Project Engineer

Are you looking for a position within a rapidly-growing, stable organization with diverse market exposure? Our client is searching for a Project Engineer to join their team. The Project Engineer position is an impact-driven role with a steady flow of meaningful improvement projects where you can directly influence operations and efficiency. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to work closely with decision-makers in a smaller, agile manufacturing environment where ideas move quickly into action.

This role focuses on improving manufacturing performance by analyzing processes, identifying inefficiencies, and leading cost‑reduction and productivity projects. It blends hands-on work on the production floor with project-focused engineering tasks, making it well-suited for someone who understands metal fabrication and enjoys solving real-world manufacturing problems. Success involves conducting time studies, evaluating processes, comparing production methods, and implementing improvements that enhance throughput, reduce waste, and support long-term operational goals. Ideal candidates bring strong practical experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with production teams, many of whom come from construction and skilled trades backgrounds. Apply now!

Work model:

• On-Site

What you will do:

• Analyze production processes to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and improvement opportunities
• Identify and implement changes to boost productivity, enhance equipment utilization, and reduce waste
• Perform time studies and manufacturing cost comparisons to establish performance standards
• Lead engineering and plant improvement projects from feasibility review through handoff to production
• Collaborate with production teams to support innovation and streamline workflow
• Create and maintain data collection systems for tracking performance and process adherence
• Evaluate materials, equipment, and fabrication methods to support optimization efforts
• Manage multiple improvement projects at once and document findings through clear reports, drawings, or spreadsheets

What you will need to be successful:

• Experience in metal fabrication processes such as cutting, bending, and welding
• Proficiency with CAD and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to perform data collection, interpretation, troubleshooting, and critical analysis
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for presenting findings to technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with production teams
• Comfort spending about 50% of the time on the shop floor
• Experience with time studies, cost comparisons, or plant layout analysis (preferred)
• Additional experience in materials sourcing or logistics (preferred)

Benefits overview:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k
• PTO

Interested and qualified candidates can contact Chad Weir at (515) 225-7000 or email Chad at cweir@thepalmergroup.com.