Project Engineer, Process Engineer

The Project Engineer is responsible for managing the design, implementation, optimization, and execution of capital projects, manufacturing equipment installations, facility expansions, and process improvement initiatives across all U.S. SOPREMA Group manufacturing sites. This role serves as a technical resource to operations, engineering, maintenance, quality, and facilities teams, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and in accordance with operational requirements.

The Project Engineer will lead projects from concept through startup, including project justification, equipment design, supplier selection, installation, commissioning, training, and ongoing support. This position requires strong mechanical engineering expertise, project management skills, and the ability to work effectively across multiple facilities and disciplines.

• Research, evaluate, and identify new processes, technologies, and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Develop project concepts, scope definitions, schedules, budgets, and resource requirements.
• Prepare project justification documentation, including return-on-investment (ROI) analyses and capital expenditure requests.
• Create and manage project approval documentation in accordance with company requirements.
• Identify, evaluate, and develop relationships with suppliers, contractors, engineering firms, and external partners.

• Develop, review, and oversee equipment, process, and facility designs.
• Create and manage engineering drawings, layouts, and 3D models using CAD software.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing operations, maintenance, facilities, and quality departments.
• Apply mechanical engineering principles, including:
• Thermodynamics
• Heat transfer
• Strength of materials
• Support troubleshooting and resolution of complex manufacturing and equipment-related issues.

• Manage capital projects from conception through implementation and startup.
• Control project costs and ensure completion within approved budget and schedule parameters.
• Coordinate supplier, contractor, and internal resources throughout project execution.
• Manage equipment installation, startup, commissioning, and performance validation activities.
• Ensure equipment and systems meet project objectives, operational requirements, and safety standards.
• Provide regular project status updates and presentations to management and stakeholders.
• Work proactively to achieve all project goals, deliverables, and performance expectations.

• Serve as a technical resource for all U.S. SOPREMA manufacturing facilities.
• Support maintenance and facilities teams with engineering-related projects and technical challenges.
• Assist manufacturing sites with testing new materials, products, or processes on production equipment.
• Collaborate with Quality teams to maintain manufacturing and quality standards while supporting new product development.
• Participate in operator and maintenance training programs related to newly installed equipment and processes.
• Provide hands-on support during equipment startup and operational optimization.
• Share best practices related to equipment, manufacturing processes, suppliers, and technology across all SOPREMA facilities.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reliability, productivity, safety, and product quality.
• Support standardization efforts across manufacturing locations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational performance and reduce costs.

• Collaborate with the Engineering Team on new construction, plant expansion, and infrastructure…