Senior Project Engineer - Capital Projects

Charter Manufacturing•Shawano, WI

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Charter Casting is hiring a Senior Project Engineer – Capital Projects to lead and manage capital engineering projects across its manufacturing facilities in Woodstock, Illinois, and Shawano, Wisconsin. Projects typically range from $250,000 to $1 million, with size and complexity varying according to business needs. They include equipment design and upgrades, as well as brownfield and greenfield initiatives supporting operational improvements and strategic business objectives. The role provides end-to-end project management, from concept development, scope definition, and capital justification through engineering design, equipment procurement, installation, commissioning, documentation, training, and project closeout. The Senior Project Engineer applies technical expertise and data-driven decision-making while leading cross-functional work with operations, maintenance, engineering teams, contractors, and other resources. The position is accountable for delivering projects safely, on time, within budget, and in alignment with business needs. It supports both facilities and requires approximately 25% travel, which may vary with project requirements. Applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer; the company cannot sponsor employment visas at this time.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
Seven or more years of direct project management experience in manufacturing.
Experience using a variety of data to drive decisions.
Experience with capital equipment procurement, including detailed RFQ generation and ROI analytics.
Demonstrated leadership working with and leading cross-functional teams.
Proven project management skills leading multiple initiatives at various levels.
Change management skills and strong verbal and written communication skills.
Basic understanding of electrical and mechanical concepts.
Proficiency in 2D CAD drafting software, including SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
Willingness to travel approximately 25% or more.
Authorization to work for any employer in the United States; employment visa sponsorship is unavailable.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a technical discipline or a PMP certificate.
Advanced knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, combustion, machining, mechanical, or electrical systems.
Experience and knowledge working with Technology, Digital, and Automation Teams.
Strong experience in the foundry or metals industry, preferably with cast iron, green sand molding, and no-bake processes.
Experience on large brownfield or greenfield projects.
Program management experience for larger strategic initiatives spanning the business and delivering new capabilities.
Prior supervisory experience.
Proficiency in 3D CAD drafting software, including SolidWorks.
Training in continuous improvement methodologies; Green Belt or Black Belt certification.

Responsibilities

Lead major initiatives across the business and functions to support strategic objectives and long-term growth.
Work with individual plants to develop economical designs and implementation plans for major initiatives and scoped projects.
Serve as an engineering lead and role model within the engineering group.
Liaise with operations, maintenance, and outside contractors to implement initiatives and projects.
Identify engineering needs for business stakeholders.
Teach and coach employees in effective approaches to engineering projects and technical problem-solving.
Align stakeholders, remove barriers, coordinate cross-functional execution, and drive adoption to deliver sustainable business impact.
Use internal and external resources and lead them through project phases.
Manage projects from concept, scope development, and capital justification through design, procurement, installation, commissioning, documentation, training, and closeout.
Follow Environmental, Quality, and Safety Management System procedures and requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.