Project Engineer

ELMET TECHNOLOGIES LLC•Coldwater, MI

2d•$90,000 - $115,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Project Engineer to join our Engineering team at our Coldwater, Michigan facility. This role is responsible for leading engineering projects from concept through implementation, including capital equipment installations, manufacturing process improvements, facility upgrades, and new product introductions. The Project Engineer will collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Supply Chain, and Engineering to deliver projects that improve safety, productivity, quality, and manufacturing performance. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineering professional who enjoys managing projects from start to finish while making a direct impact on manufacturing operations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Chemical, or a related Engineering discipline required
3–7 years of engineering or project management experience within an industrial manufacturing environment
Experience leading capital equipment, facility, manufacturing, or process improvement projects preferred
Knowledge of manufacturing processes, metallurgy, heat transfer, or advanced materials is highly desirable
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
Working knowledge of AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Microsoft Project, and PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment preferred
Understanding of OSHA regulations, electrical codes, engineering drawings, P&IDs, and instrumentation diagrams
Strong project management, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously

Nice To Haves

Experience leading capital equipment, facility, manufacturing, or process improvement projects
Knowledge of manufacturing processes, metallurgy, heat transfer, or advanced materials
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
Working knowledge of AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Microsoft Project, and PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment
Understanding of OSHA regulations, electrical codes, engineering drawings, P&IDs, and instrumentation diagrams

Responsibilities

Lead engineering projects from concept through commissioning, including planning, design, procurement, installation, startup, and validation
Develop project scopes, engineering packages, equipment specifications, layouts, budgets, and schedules
Manage contractors, vendors, equipment procurement, and project timelines to ensure successful execution
Support the installation, modification, and commissioning of manufacturing equipment, facility systems, and production processes
Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering teams to improve manufacturing performance and equipment reliability
Lead new equipment qualifications and support APQP activities for new product and process launches
Identify opportunities to improve safety, throughput, quality, and operational efficiency through Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
Maintain project documentation while ensuring compliance with engineering standards, safety regulations, and company procedures