Manufacturing Project Engineer

Are you ready to take your engineering career to the next level? Join this dynamic, multi-facility company with long-standing client relationships across the United States as a Manufacturing Project Engineer. This hands-on engineering opportunity focuses on leading capital expenditure (capx) projects with a strong emphasis on continuous improvement. You’ll work directly with decision-makers within the organization, ensuring your innovative ideas are heard and implemented. Key responsibilities include leading the drafting of complex layouts and engineering contracted and presale projects, preparing and overseeing equipment requirements for large-scale projects, and supervising and mentoring junior engineers. Additionally, you’ll conduct thorough reviews and optimizations of engineering designs for efficiency and safety, collaborate closely with production staff to ensure seamless implementation of designs on the manufacturing floor, and participate in hands-on tasks such as assembling and testing prototypes to validate engineering concepts. Apply now to become a vital part of an innovative team and drive the future of manufacturing!

Work model:

  • On-Site
  • 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

What you will do:

  • Develop complex layouts and manage engineering contracted and presale projects
  • Coordinate and oversee equipment requirements for large-scale projects
  • Guide and mentor junior engineers on project tasks, ensuring all project requirements are met
  • Evaluate and optimize engineering designs to enhance efficiency and safety
  • Work closely with production staff to ensure seamless implementation of designs on the manufacturing floor
  • Engage in hands-on tasks, such as assembling and testing prototypes, using tools like wrenches and other equipment to validate engineering concepts

What you will need to be successful:

  • 3-5 years of experience as a Project Engineer, Industrial Project Engineer, or Design Engineer
  • Ability to independently manage tasks
  • Proven track record of contributing to significant improvements in a manufacturing facility
  • High proficiency in SolidWorks
  • Familiarity with continuous improvement practices and 5S methodology

Benefits overview:

  • Vision, dental, and health insurance
  • 401k
  • PTO

Interested and qualified candidates can contact Jordan Dougherty at (515) 225-7000 or email jdougherty@thepalmergroup.com.

Jordan Dougherty

Engineering Delivery Manager | Sr Recruiter | 8+ Years of Service

3737 Woodland Ave, Suite 200, West Des Moines, IA 50266

Reference: JOB-46775

Location: Des Moines, Iowa

Work Type: Direct Hire

Work Model: On-Site

Salary: $90,000 – $95,000 per Year

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