Aerospace Manufacturing Project Engineer

PPG’s Aerospace Business is looking for an experienced Project Engineer - Global Advance Manufacturing Technology (GAMT) to join our team in Sylmar, CA!

In this role you will be responsible for project management for projects valued from thousands to millions of dollars. You will directly manage vendors and contractors, plan and execute the totality of the project, direct workflow reviews as needed, and coordinate construction and equipment installation.

This is a hybrid position that involves working onsite in Sylmar, CA 3 days per week and from home 2 days per week when not traveling. You will report to the Process Engineering Manager.

• Lead and manage industrial construction projects from inception to completion.
• Develop project plans and schedules, ensuring alignment with client expectations and company goals.
• Oversee project budgeting, estimating, and purchasing activities to ensure cost‑effective operations.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
• Implement and maintain standard operating procedures (SOP) for project management.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage complex multiple facet projects along with managing multiple million‑dollar projects.
• Manage client relationships and provide regular project updates to stakeholders.
• Handle change orders and document control, ensuring accurate records are maintained.
• Prepare and review submittals, shop drawings, and project closeout documentation.
• Must be able to communicate to various levels of management.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Construction, or Manufacturing Engineering required.
• 3+ years’ experience in Project Management within chemical, aerospace, industrial commercial construction.
• Ability and willingness to travel to multiple manufacturing sites within the US and potentially overseas, up to 25%.
• In-depth understanding of budgeting, estimating and project control methodologies.
• Familiarity with design / build process, commercial / industrial construction standards and or Front End Engineering process (FEL 0-3 stages).
• Proficient in project management software.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Only U.S. Citizens, Green Card holders, and political asylees or refugees are eligible to apply.

The base salary range for this position is $110,000 to $135,000, with a possibility of an annual bonus up to 10% of base salary. PPG offers comprehensive benefits such as Health, Dental, Life, Retirement Plan, Paid Vacation & Holidays, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Disability/Leave, and other voluntary benefit offerings. Actual benefit offerings confirmed at the time of hire.

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

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