Project Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer
Listed on 2026-05-20
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Engineering
Manufacturing Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Process Engineer, Automation Engineering -
Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Engineer, Automation Engineering
IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. is currently assisting a client in their search for a PROJECT ENGINEER in Murfreesboro, TN.
Full-Time | Permanent | On-Site
Our client is seeking a hands‑on Project Engineer to support capital projects, manufacturing process improvements, equipment design, and production optimization initiatives within a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. This role will work closely with operations, tooling, maintenance, and engineering teams to improve plant performance, increase efficiencies, reduce scrap, and support new manufacturing processes and equipment installations.
The successful candidate will bring strong mechanical aptitude, project engineering experience, and hands‑on manufacturing knowledge with exposure to automation, tooling, hydraulics, pneumatics, injection molding, die casting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
What You’ll Do:- Lead capital improvement projects including RFQs, vendor coordination, budgeting, scheduling, installation, and commissioning activities
- Design and implement modifications to production machinery, tooling, and manufacturing processes
- Support installation, testing, debugging, and startup of new equipment and production systems
- Troubleshoot manufacturing equipment, tooling, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems
- Support die casting and injection molding operations including tooling and process troubleshooting
- Develop mechanical designs and technical drawings using CAD systems
- Perform engineering calculations to support design and manufacturing improvements
- Assist with preventative maintenance procedures, machine setup, operator training, and work instructions
- Conduct dimensional inspections and prototype evaluations to verify engineering changes and designs
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, efficiency, scrap reduction, and operational performance
- Create and maintain PFMEA, DFMEA, APQP, and Control Plan documentation
- Work closely with vendors, suppliers, operations, maintenance, and production teams to support plant objectives
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline
- 3–5+ years of engineering and project experience within a manufacturing environment
- Automotive manufacturing experience strongly preferred
- Strong mechanical aptitude and hands‑on engineering background
- Experience with injection molding and/or die casting processes
- Exposure to hydraulics, pneumatics, PLCs, HMIs, compressed air systems, and manufacturing automation
- Experience using CAD systems and Microsoft Office Suite
- Familiarity with APQP, PFMEA/DFMEA, Control Plans, TS16949, and ISO
14001 systems - Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem‑solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Ability to work hands‑on within a manufacturing plant environment
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