Facilities Project Engineer (Manufacturing)

LAPP Americas•Florham Park, NJ

5d•$120,000 - $130,000

About The Position

LAPP is a family-owned company headquartered in Stuttgart and a global leader in cable and connection technology. Founded in 1959, we are still fully family-owned today. With around 5,800 employees, we are operating in over 80 countries – globally connected and regionally rooted. Working at LAPP means more: this is where inventive spirit and a hands-on mentality meet cherished values and tradition. We offer all employees the freedom to develop and pursue new opportunities. Flexibility and personal responsibility are just as important to us as a family-friendly work environment. We value all our colleagues with their talents, ideas and perspectives. SUMMARY: The Manufacturing Project Engineer is responsible for the end-to-end execution of capital investment projects and major maintenance initiatives within a manufacturing environment. This role leads facility expansions, equipment upgrades, and large-scale maintenance turnarounds, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and with zero compromise on safety, quality, or operational performance. They will serve as the technical and project leadership bridge between Engineering, Maintenance, Operations, Finance, and external partners.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline
5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
Demonstrated success managing capital projects exceeding $500,000
Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar design tools
Experience with project management software (MS Project, Primavera, or equivalent)
Demonstrate excellent interpersonal & communication skills, strong work ethic, and a positive attitude.
Upholds all safety policies and procedures and OSHA guidelines.
Prioritizes and plans work activities while using time efficiently.
Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
Treats others with respect and upholds organizational values.
Accepts responsibility for own actions.
Meets productivity standards and strives to increase productivity results.
Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills
Strong understanding of project financials, including capital justification, P&L impact, and cost variance tracking
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams across Engineering, Maintenance, Operations, and Finance
Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
Proficiency in the English language, written and spoken is required.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Primavera, Microsoft Office 365, Microsoft Teams, and OneDrive.

Responsibilities

Lead CAPEX projects from feasibility studies and scope definition through budgeting, execution, installation, and commissioning
Develop project charters, schedules, cost estimates, and risk mitigation plans
Assess aging assets and perform ROI analyses to determine repair vs. replacement strategies
Lead procurement, installation, and integration of new equipment, automation, and process technology
Coordinate structural expansions, utilities upgrades, and plant layout improvements
Work closely with architects, contractors, and internal stakeholders to optimize floor plans and material flow
Plan and execute plant shutdowns, overhauls, and large-scale maintenance projects
Minimize production disruption through detailed planning, scheduling, and contingency management
Source, evaluate, and manage contractors, equipment suppliers, and service providers
Ensure all third-party work meets company standards, safety requirements, and local building codes
Apply Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies to ensure new equipment and processes improve throughput, reliability, and waste reduction
Risk Mitigation: Identify risks associated with projects, such as structural challenges or delays in projects, and develop contingency plans.
Emergency Repairs: Respond promptly to facility emergencies and coordinate repair strategies to minimize production interruptions, and the facility in its entirety.