Project Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer

Overview

Location: On Site - Jessup, Maryland, United States

Skills: Mechanical/Industrial Engineering, AutoCAD, Regulatory Compliance (OSHA/FDA/EPA), Food/Beverage/Chemical Manufacturing

Join a growing company committed to operational excellence and innovation through advanced engineering solutions. This Project Engineer opportunity offers a pivotal role in driving capital projects and integrating the latest milling, blending, and packaging technologies into production lines. Be part of a collaborative engineering environment where your initiative and project leadership will make a tangible impact on production efficiency, safety, and overall business growth.

• Plan, design, and install new equipment and industrial systems to support operational efficiency.
• Create and develop drawings and technical documentation from concept through to final proposal using AutoCAD or Solid Works.
• Continuously research and evaluate advancements in engineering, machinery, materials, and industry techniques for process improvement.
• Collaborate with Operations and Maintenance teams for project planning and execution.
• Support maintenance staff with technical issues and assist in non-routine maintenance activities.
• Enforce plant objectives related to Safety, Quality, Sanitation, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness throughout all projects.
• Ensure Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and safety standards are embedded in all new designs and processes.

• Ability to read, interpret, and create engineering drawings and schematics.
• Project management experience in capital and plant operations/maintenance environments.
• Strong organizational and analytical abilities with proven results-driven focus.
• Excellent communication skills—both written and verbal—with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or Solid Works and strong computer skills (Excel, Word & Outlook).
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements for OSHA, FDA, and EPA.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Industrial Engineering preferred).
• Comfortable in an industrial or manufacturing environment with strong collaborative (floor) presence.

• Safety and process hazard analysis expertise.
• Advanced knowledge of Lean, 6S, and TPM principles.
• 6+ years of process engineering experience within food, chemical, or beverage manufacturing environments.
• Hands-on experience with sifting, cleaning, sterilization, milling, mixing, and packaging equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and priorities efficiently.