Senior Project Engineer

The Senior Project Engineer is accountable for all technical and commercial aspects of large and complex investment projects. Execution will be completed safely, timely, on budget and per the agreed scope and functionality. Cooperates and communicates actively with the project stakeholders such as plant managers and business leaders to ensure alignment in all stages of the project. The typical budget is $1M to $20M, and consists of various unit operations including material handling, abatement systems, utilities and electrical controls.

Responsible for equipment and work specifications; develops schedules, budgets and forecasts; selects materials, equipment, project resources, and contractors, and ensures all aspects of the design are reviewed technically and commercially for scope, safety, quality, and functionality.

Leads a cross-functional project team that typically consists of plant personnel, discipline engineers, procurement and external engineering contractors. Reports to the project steering team which reviews options and provides support and guidance at the various phases of the project.

The ideal candidate will be based in Littleton, CO or near one of our Roofing System plant locations. While this role may offer flexibility when traveling, proximity to an RS plant is required to support on-site collaboration and operational needs.

Your Day to Day:

Project Leadership & Execution

Lead all technical and commercial aspects of large, complex capital projects
Manage project scope, budget, schedule, deliverables, execution, and reporting
Deliver projects safely, on time, within budget, and to agreed scope and functionality
Oversee multiple projects concurrently and drive them to successful completion
Engineering & Design

Develop project scopes, specifications, schedules, and investment-grade cost estimates for multi-discipline projects
Perform mechanical and/or electrical detail engineering
Ensure all designs meet requirements for safety, quality, functionality, and cost-effectiveness
Design safe processes and equipment with a strong focus on ergonomics and hazard elimination
Apply lean manufacturing principles to all aspects of design
Procurement & Contractor Management

Develop technical specifications and contracts for equipment and services
Prepare bid packages, evaluate supplier proposals, and recommend vendor selection
Manage suppliers, contractors, and external engineering firms both on-site and remotely
Partner with Project Engineering leadership to evaluate and select engineering service providers
Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

Collaborate with plant managers, business leaders, and cross-functional teams
Lead a project team including plant personnel, discipline engineers, procurement, and external partners
Provide regular updates to the project steering team, including options, risks, and recommendations
Maintain clear communication regarding project status, issues, and changes
Project Controls & Compliance

Ensure compliance with technical specifications, contracts, and company standards
Enforce all safety and environmental policies, driving a zero-incident culture
Develop acceptance criteria and ensure successful project validation and signoff
Prepare, maintain, and archive all project documentation
Continuous Improvement & Support

Identify and implement automation and product packaging improvements
Support process, maintenance, and production teams in resolving equipment and process issues
Deliver training to maintenance and operations teams on new systems and processes

What You Bring to the Team:

Bachelor s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical)
5+ years of engineering experience in industrial or manufacturing environments
Strong project management skills with projects up to $20M
Leadership skills
Interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Strong problem-solving skills
Demonstrated high level of drive and initiative to complete assigned tasks and investigate and seek out improvement opportunities
Works with limited guidance, effectively self-directed, both independently and in a team environment
Ability to interface at all levels of the organization, both internally and externally
Supervises/Leads individuals or a project team to achieve milestones and objectives by setting priorities and providing direction. Will provide feedback for performance evaluations.
Experience managing contractors and sub-contractors, including bid process
Experience preparing estimates, schedules and project deliverables
Proven ability to negotiate and manage change
Solid knowledge in contract design and legal requirements
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
Proficient in project scheduling software (MS Project, Primavera)
Exposure to SAP systems a plus
Heavy travel required (50%-75%)
Work environment is typical of a manufacturing facility: May be exposed to environmental conditions of cold, heat, high noise levels, moving mechanical parts, heights, dust/mist/gas/fumes, extensive walking or climbing, etc.
May be required to lift, carry, push or pull up to and including 25 pounds
What Success Looks Like:

Projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and aligned with business objectives
Strong collaboration across engineering, operations, and leadership teams
Continuous identification of improvements in automation, processes, and design
Effective management of resources, vendors, and project risks
Ideal Candidate
STRAP project coming strategic capital project that this person will start on right away. They learn INVEX systems, JM systems, will start small then go to a $1-5M project, but as a division the $20M max

Estimating project costs and work through stage gate, project cost/ getting funding/ordering equipment managing/hiring vendors leading contractors on site

JMTC is the best location to get interaction with the teammates

RS currently has over 190 open projects across the division. The RS Division Engineering group currently has 6 open projects per engineer at an average total value of $12M per engineer. 2026 is heavily loaded with projects that will be in construction phase which will require frequent travel. An additional headcount is requested to execute projects in the RS Division considering the current workload and increasing workload per the STRAP plan. The current RS Division Engineering group has 7 engineers, headcount would increase to 8 engineers