Corporate Design Engineer & Project Manager

Corporate Design Engineer & Project Manager – Carboline

The position is accountable for designing and leading strategic Cap Ex engineering projects within our Manufacturing Operations. This includes the engineering design and physical execution of $250,000+ capital projects, project management ownership from design through startup, and long‑range strategic technical planning for the business. The role also leads the development of engineering design specifications, guidelines, and standards.

• Responsible for capital project execution including equipment selection, technical and financial justification, Cap Ex management, purchasing, installation/construction, and start‑up support.
• Engineering Design Leadership – Develop and manage engineering design specifications and Techno‑Economic Models including process design, P&, mass and energy balances, equipment sizing, and financial analyses (Cap Ex, OpEx, NPV).
• Support & bolster the Engineering Work Process by providing strategic direction and support to build and enhance the work process.
• Co‑operate with engineers on large projects to assign specific portions based on expertise and workload.
• Project Management – Manage projects using the Engineering Work Process from conceptual design to successful startup, managing budget, timeline, and deliverables.
• Design – Recommend and implement manufacturing systems designed for machine and human interaction, method/process, raw material & environmental variability, incorporating Lean principles to improve reliability, ease of use, maintenance, minimize change‑over times and production losses.
• Construction Management – Manage contractors, technicians, skilled trades, and internal resources to safely install and startup manufacturing systems, working with plant teams on training, SOPs, and spare parts identification.
• Apply Process Safety Management (PSM) regulations, building codes, and NFPA fire code to projects and specifications.
• Manage external Engineering Firm resources on large capital projects.
• Frequent interface with corporate staff, plant staff, operators, and maintenance personnel across a 3‑shift operation.

• BS in Chemical Engineering preferred;
  Mechanical;
  Industrial;
  Manufacturing;
  Packaging; and Electrical Engineers with relevant experience considered.
• Minimum 5 years in plant engineering support with hands‑on experience in engineering, process design, continuous improvement, troubleshooting, project management, and project startup verification.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and technical communication skills, able to lead and thrive in fast‑paced, multitasking environments.
• Commitment to safety, ethical behavior, and respect for people, ensuring adherence to industry standards, regulatory and company values.
• Willingness to travel frequently (20‑30%) to support capital project assignments.

After 30 days of employment, eligible for a benefits package including medical, dental, life, disability, business travel insurance, flexible spending accounts, EAP, stock purchases, vacation/sick days/parental leave. 401(k) plan available after three months. Associates are vested in the RPM Pension plan after five years. 10.5 paid holidays and one floating holiday per year, plus three weeks of vacation on an annualized basis.

Rust‑Oleum is an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Engineering and Information Technology

Chemical Manufacturing