Capital Projects Engineer – Manufacturing & Process Improvement

PPG; Delaware (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

PPG is seeking a Project Engineer to lead capital and continuous improvement projects within a paint manufacturing facility. You will ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget, while complying with EHS and company standards.

You will collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams, manage the full lifecycle from scope development to closeout, and contribute to reliability, capacity, and sustainability improvements across the plant.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical Engineering or related field.
• PMP certification is preferred.
• 3+ years of engineering or project management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience managing capital projects from concept through implementation.
• Experience in chemical, coatings, paint, or process manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of process equipment, material handling systems, pumps, tanks, piping, and industrial utilities.
• Familiarity with OSHA, EPA, and environmental regulations; PSM, MOC, PHA, PSSR, RCA knowledge.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Project, and ERP systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage capital and CI projects within scope, budget, and schedule.
• Develop detailed project plans using MS Project or equivalent tools.
• Oversee all project phases from design to closeout.
• Prepare project cost estimates and track spending.
• Ensure compliance with EHS and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Project management

Engineering coordination

Cost estimation

Process safety

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical/Mechanical/Industrial/Electrical Engineering

PMP certification

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Project

ERP systems

Job description

PPG is seeking a Project Engineer to lead capital and continuous improvement projects within a paint manufacturing facility. You will ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget, while complying with EHS and company standards.

You will collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams, manage the full lifecycle from scope development to closeout, and contribute to reliability, capacity, and sustainability improvements across the plant.