Project Engineer || Manufacturing Facilities || Lafayette, IN

We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer to support and facilitate short-term and long-term capital projects focused on capacity increases within an assembly and machine shop manufacturing environment. This role requires strong collaboration with Operations and Manufacturing Engineering teams and hands-on experience with industrial facilities and equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

Facilitate capital projects to support manufacturing capacity increases

Collaborate with Operations and Manufacturing Engineering teams

Support heavy machine installations and foundation projects

Design and redesign industrial service systems such as:

Heat treat equipment

Material handling systems

Filtration and paint systems

Utilities (water, gas, steam, air, HVAC)

Develop and review 3D CAD models and technical drawings

Coordinate with skilled trades personnel and shop teams

Apply project management best practices throughout the project lifecycle

Support shop operations and maintenance procedures

Required Skills & Experience:

Proficiency in Creo 3D CAD modeling and drawings (or Inventor / SolidWorks)

Strong understanding of machine tools with hands-on experience

Experience with heavy machine installation and foundations

Strong project management experience

Working knowledge of MS Project and/or Primavera

Understanding of shop operations and maintenance procedures

Ability to work effectively with skilled trades personnel

Strong interpersonal, teamwork, and collaboration skills

Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology

8–10 years of relevant engineering experience