Senior Engineering Project Manager

Morgan Stephens • Naperville, IL

16h • $157,500 - $210,000 • Onsite

About The Position

High-growth startup in advanced process manufacturing Backed by strong funding and positioned for rapid expansion Focused on scaling innovative technology from pilot to full commercial production Entrepreneurial environment with significant growth opportunity Position Overview Lead execution of engineering and capital projects from pilot scale through commercialization Drive project schedules, budgets, and technical deliverables Partner with engineering, R&D, and operations to expand pilot operations Play a key role in future large-scale facility development Individual contributor role with opportunity to grow as the organization expands

Requirements

• Proven experience leading execution of engineering or capital projects
• Strong track record of managing project costs and budgets
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred; Chemical Engineering also considered
• 8+ years of relevant project engineering or project management experience
• Experience in process manufacturing environments (chemical, mineral, pulp/paper, or similar industries)

Nice To Haves

• Background in startup environments or process scale-up/commercialization highly preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage full project lifecycle including scope, timeline, and cost control
• Drive cost containment and prevent budget overruns in a startup environment
• Coordinate vendors, contractors, and external engineering (EPC) partners
• Support equipment design including fixed and rotating equipment
• Contribute to plant layout, plot planning, structural support, and piping integration
• Oversee pilot facility expansion efforts
• Support long-term planning and execution of commercial-scale manufacturing facility

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Relocation assistance available
• Opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding organization

What This Job Offers

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