Senior Project Engineer - Roofing Systems

Who We Are

Johns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium‑quality insulation, commercial roofing, glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and residential applications.

$‑$ annual (base salary). This position is eligible for an incentive bonus.

The Senior Project Engineer is accountable for all technical and commercial aspects of large and complex investment projects. Execution is completed safely, timely, on budget and per the agreed scope and functionality. The role requires cooperation and active communication with project stakeholders such as plant managers and business leaders to ensure alignment at all stages of the project.

• Project Leadership & Execution:
  Lead all technical and commercial aspects of large, complex capital projects; manage scope, budget, schedule, deliverables, execution and reporting; drive multiple concurrent projects to successful completion.
• Engineering & Design:
  Develop project scopes, specifications, schedules and investment‑grade cost estimates; perform mechanical and/or electrical detail engineering; design safe processes and equipment with a focus on ergonomics and hazard elimination; apply lean manufacturing principles.
• Procurement & Contractor Management:
  Develop technical specifications and contracts, prepare bid packages, evaluate supplier proposals and recommend vendor selection; manage suppliers, contractors and external engineering firms on‑site and remotely; negotiate and manage change.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Communication:
  Collaborate with plant managers, business leaders and cross‑functional teams; lead a project team including plant personnel, discipline engineers, procurement; provide regular updates to the project steering team; maintain clear communication regarding status, issues and changes.
• Project Controls & Compliance:
  Ensure compliance with technical specifications, contracts and company standards; enforce safety and environmental policies; develop acceptance criteria and ensure successful project validation and sign‑off; 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.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical)
• 5+ years of engineering experience in industrial or manufacturing environments
• Strong project management skills on projects up to $20M
• Leadership, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Strong problem‑solving skills and initiative
• Self‑directed, effective independently and in team environments
• 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 and project scheduling software (MS Project or Primavera); exposure to SAP systems a plus.

Heavy travel required (50%-75%). Typical manufacturing facility conditions include exposure to cold, heat, high noise levels, moving mechanical parts, heights, dust/mist/gas/fumes, extensive walking or climbing. May be required to lift up to 25 pounds.

Projects 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.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, wellness program and critical illness insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid vacation, sick and parental leave.
• Basic life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, employee assistance, business travel accident coverage.
• Supplemental life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Health spending account, flexible spending account and dependent care spending account.
• Tuition reimbursement for undergraduate and certain graduate programs.

Johns Manville is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect.

Johns Manville is a proud Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Incumbent must be physically able to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.