Leader, Project Engineering

TPI Composites Inc • Newton, IA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

This role involves leading and managing engineering projects related to manufacturing processes, tooling, equipment, automation, facility improvements, and production optimization. The position requires overseeing project execution from concept through implementation, ensuring timely, within-scope, and within-budget completion. It also drives continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, productivity, quality, scrap reduction, cycle-time improvement, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE). The role provides technical leadership and troubleshooting support for manufacturing processes, equipment, and tooling systems, and supports capital investment projects. Additionally, it involves developing and maintaining engineering documentation and ensuring compliance with standards and regulations. The position also focuses on mentoring engineering team members, partnering with global teams, and fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement, while promoting a strong safety culture.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Composite Materials, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years of engineering and project management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience leading complex technical or manufacturing projects from planning through execution.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing systems, industrial engineering principles, and process improvement methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent analytical, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools/software.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in composites manufacturing, renewable energy, automotive, aerospace, or heavy industrial manufacturing industries.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience working with automation systems, PLC-controlled equipment, robotics, or advanced manufacturing technologies.
• PMP certification or formal project management training preferred.
• Experience supporting high-volume manufacturing operations and production startup initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage engineering projects related to manufacturing processes, tooling, equipment, automation, facility improvements, and production optimization.
• Oversee project execution from concept through implementation, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Develop detailed project plans, timelines, risk assessments, and resource requirements to support successful delivery.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of project objectives, operational priorities, and customer requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, productivity, quality, scrap reduction, cycle-time improvement, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Analyze manufacturing data, process trends, and operational performance metrics to identify opportunities for optimization and corrective actions.
• Support new product introduction (NPI), process transfers, and manufacturing scale-up activities to ensure smooth operational integration.
• Collaborate with operations and quality teams to improve process capability, reduce variability, and enhance product reliability.
• Provide technical leadership and troubleshooting support for manufacturing processes, equipment, and tooling systems.
• Support capital investment projects including equipment specification, procurement, installation, commissioning, and validation activities.
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation, process flows, work instructions, technical specifications, and standard operating procedures.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, customer specifications, environmental regulations, and safety requirements.
• Mentor and support engineering team members and manufacturing personnel through technical guidance and knowledge sharing.
• Partner with global engineering and operational teams to implement best practices and standardized manufacturing processes across facilities.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement throughout all engineering activities.
• Promote and reinforce a strong safety culture across all projects and operational initiatives.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Career growth opportunities within a global renewable energy manufacturing organization
• Collaborative and innovative work environment focused on operational excellence
• Opportunity to contribute to sustainable energy solutions and advanced manufacturing technologies
• health and dental insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• paid vacation plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior