Sr. Mechanical Project Engineer
We're hiring a Sr. Mechanical Project Engineer to drive capital projects and plant performance in a heavy manufacturing environment. This position plays a critical role in executing large-scale engineering initiatives while partnering closely with operations and maintenance teams to improve reliability, efficiency, and long-term performance. The role offers end-to-end ownership of projects across a complex, multi-process production facility.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead capital and improvement projects from early concept through installation and startup
- Oversee project timelines, budgets, and execution to ensure successful delivery
- Partner with cross-functional teams (operations, maintenance, and engineering) to solve production challenges
- Manage third-party vendors, contractors, and engineering resources throughout project lifecycles
- Support plant shutdown activities, including coordination and execution of key maintenance projects
- Develop technical scopes, evaluate design alternatives, and mitigate project risk
- Ensure proper documentation, drawings, and specifications are developed and maintained
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, safety, and operational efficiency
- Assist with forecasting project spend and capital planning efforts
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
- 4-10 years of experience managing capital or engineering projects in a manufacturing or industrial setting
- Strong project management skills with the ability to juggle multiple initiatives simultaneously
- Experience working in process-driven environments (e.g., paper, chemicals, metals, or similar industries) preferred
- Proficiency with project tools and standard engineering software (Excel, project scheduling tools, etc.)
- Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to troubleshoot operational issues
- Effective communicator who can collaborate across departments and with external partners
Why This Role:
- End-to-end ownership of capital projects with high visibility across the site
- Opportunity to influence plant reliability, efficiency, and long-term performance
- Broad exposure to multiple engineering disciplines and complex industrial systems
- Hands-on involvement in both project execution and plant operations
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