Data-Driven Project Optimization Engineer

JMJ Phillip Group; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

JMJ Phillip Group is seeking a Project Optimization Engineer to enhance project performance, streamline processes, and support engineering and operations initiatives in La Vergne, TN. The role centers on data analysis, process improvements, and cross-functional collaboration to improve efficiency, quality, cost, and delivery.

The ideal candidate will have a technical degree and strong analytical skills, with experience in project engineering and process improvement methodologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Industrial Engineering, Project Management, or related field.
• Experience in project engineering, process improvement, operations, or related technical environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with project management and process-improvement methodologies.
• Ability to analyze data and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management or analytical software.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Analyze project performance, workflows, and resource utilization to identify improvement opportunities.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve project efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Monitor project metrics and identify potential risks or performance gaps.
• Support project teams in developing and implementing corrective actions.
• Evaluate existing processes and identify opportunities to eliminate waste and improve productivity.
• Develop standardized processes, tools, and best practices.
• Apply data-driven approaches to improve operational performance.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across projects and operations.
• Support project planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and execution.
• Track project milestones, deliverables, costs, and performance indicators.
• Identify potential schedule, resource, and technical issues and recommend solutions.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure objectives are achieved.
• Collect and analyze project and operational data to identify trends and opportunities.
• Develop reports, dashboards, and performance metrics for stakeholders.
• Present findings and recommendations to project and management teams.
• Use analytical tools to support informed decision-making.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

JMJ Phillip Group is seeking a Project Optimization Engineer to enhance project performance, streamline processes, and support engineering and operations initiatives in La Vergne, TN. The role centers on data analysis, process improvements, and cross-functional collaboration to improve efficiency, quality, cost, and delivery.

The ideal candidate will have a technical degree and strong analytical skills, with experience in project engineering and process improvement methodologies.