Project Manager (Engineering - Packaging Equipment)

Barry-Wehmiller • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

Design Group is seeking a Project Manager to join its Packaging Systems Practice and support capital projects for clients in the food and beverage or life sciences industries. The role involves leading packaging line design, integration, installation, and startup, and working with technical specialists, clients, original equipment manufacturers, and contractors to deliver high-quality solutions. The Project Manager evaluates packaging operations, develops equipment specifications and support systems, and provides engineering solutions that improve productivity and deliver return on investment. The position offers professional development resources and mentorship, including the First Year Experience program, Individual Development Plans, and Career Path resources and tools. Travel is required for project needs, including installation and startup activities, meetings, trainings, and industry events. The approximate pay range is $105,000–$150,000; final compensation may vary based on qualifications and location.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of project management experience with packaging systems or manufacturing automation applications.
• Solid understanding of process systems, utilities, packaging systems, CAD drafting, controls, equipment procurement, and project installation, training, and startup.
• Experience delivering projects within budget and schedule, managing complex scopes and client interactions, and supervising contractors.
• Ability to organize and execute multiple project responsibilities simultaneously.
• Effective leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact with clients and suppliers in engineering and operational environments.
• Ability to develop, maintain, and grow client relationships and new business opportunities.
• Willingness to travel for project requirements, meetings, trainings, and industry events.
• Bachelor of Science in mechanical, electrical, or chemical engineering.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the food, beverage, life sciences, household products, or personal care industries.

Responsibilities

• Lead packaging line design, integration, installation, and startup for capital projects, including estimation, justification, budget, schedule, implementation, acquisition, troubleshooting, and documentation.
• Develop equipment designs and specifications and design equipment support systems.
• Conduct bid analyses.
• Lead communications with vendors (OEMs) and contractors.
• Provide engineering solutions for continuous improvement objectives using industry-standard tools and procedures.
• Evaluate existing packaging operations and recommend solutions to improve productivity and create immediate return on investment.
• Identify and specify required tooling and packaging equipment within project timelines.
• Develop, maintain, and grow client relationships.
• Support projects through installation and startup, including required travel.

Benefits

• Professional development resources and mentorship, including the First Year Experience program, Individual Development Plans, and Career Path resources and tools.

What This Job Offers

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