Capital Equipment Project Engineer

Excelion Partners LLC; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Excelion Partners LLC is seeking a Project Engineer in Oshkosh, WI to lead capital expenditure projects, manage equipment implementation, and drive improvements in safety, quality, and efficiency. You will apply Lean principles, CAD modeling, and cross-functional teamwork to optimize metal fabrication and assembly processes.

Responsibilities include leading equipment installation, evaluating capital equipment proposals, reducing downtime and cycle times, and developing standardized work

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree required; 6+ years of hands-on technical experience accepted in lieu.
• Experience leading capital equipment projects and automated assembly systems preferred.
• Proven ability to implement Lean practices and drive process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation and commissioning of new manufacturing equipment and production lines.
• Evaluate vendor proposals and specs for capital equipment to reduce costs.
• Analyze downtime, scrap, and cycle-time bottlenecks to improve throughput.
• Design tooling and fixtures with cross-functional teams.
• Develop standardized work instructions to ensure operator safety and consistency.

Skills

Capital project leadership

Lean manufacturing

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering background

Tools

Creo

AutoCAD

Pro/ENGINEER

SolidWorks

Job description

Full time | Excelion Partners LLC | United States

Posted On 08/20/2026

Job Information

Manufacturing

City Oshkosh

State/Province Wisconsin

54901

Job Description

Join an industry-leading industrial equipment manufacturer as a Project Engineer to lead high-impact capital expenditure projects and equipment implementation initiatives. You will manage cross-functional projects focused on improving plant safety, product quality, process throughput, and operational efficiency. In this role, you will integrate Lean Manufacturing principles, advanced CAD modeling, and continuous improvement methodologies to optimize metal fabrication and assembly processes.

• Serve as the technical project leader for the installation and commissioning of new manufacturing equipment, assembly systems, and production lines.
  
• Evaluate vendor proposals and technical specifications for capital equipment procurement to lower operating costs and ensure process capability.
  
• Analyze existing equipment, tooling, and procedures to identify root causes of downtime, scrap, and cycle-time bottlenecks.
  
• Specify and design tooling, custom jigs, and specialized production fixtures in collaboration with cross-functional manufacturing engineering teams.
  
• Develop standardized operating processes and Visual Work Instructions to ensure consistent floor execution and operator safety.
  
• Execute process mapping, FMEA, and capability studies to drive continuous improvement across sheet metal and structural assembly operations.
  
• Partner with production, maintenance, quality, and purchasing departments to deliver daily troubleshooting and keep plant equipment running at peak performance.
  

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Materials Science, Welding Engineering (or 6+ years of equivalent hands-on technical experience).
  
• 2+ years of experience leading capital projects focused on new manufacturing equipment or automated assembly systems
  
• 2–4 years of engineering project experience within a metal fabrication or industrial manufacturing environment
  
• Proficient in CAD design tools, with hands-on experience in Creo, AutoCAD, Pro/ENGINEER, or SolidWorks
  
• Demonstrated application of Lean Manufacturing techniques, including FMEA, process mapping, capability studies, and root cause analysis
  
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and general manufacturing execution software.
  

Growth & Technical Impact: Lead major capital projects from concept through commissioning in a fast-paced environment that rewards innovation and engineering excellence

Collaborative Culture: Join a cross-functional team dedicated to operational excellence, offering strong mentorship and continuous professional development

Competitive Package: Enjoy comprehensive health coverage, flexible benefits, competitive compensation, and long-term career stability with a industry sector leader