Salary: $140,000 to $155,000 DOE + Bonus
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Are you a hands‑on engineering leader who thrives on solving real problems on the plant floor? Our client, a well‑established leader in the investment casting industry, is looking for a Project Engineering Manager to lead their Project Engineering team and drive manufacturing excellence at their Texas facility. This is a high‑visibility role for a technical leader who wants to make a lasting impact on quality, cost, and delivery for a company known for precision and innovation.
- Lead and mentor a team of Project Engineers — setting clear goals, evaluating performance, and developing talent
- Champion a safety‑first culture, partnering with the EHS Manager to maintain a safe, compliant work environment
- Drive continuous improvement across manufacturing operations, using performance metrics to guide resource allocation and strategic planning
- Develop and execute short‑and‑long‑term engineering strategies and operating policies to hit departmental goals
- Serve as a trusted technical point of contact for customers on special installations and custom applications
- Review and elevate staff designs to improve quality, reduce cost, and boost production efficiency
- Own engineering hours and project cost estimates that shape competitive, accurate customer quotes
- Partner cross‑functionally with plant leadership on production schedules and manufacturing capabilities
- Report project status, schedule performance, and budget updates directly to senior leadership
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Metallurgical, Materials Engineering, or a related field
- 5-7 years of project engineering management experience, ideally in a manufacturing environment
- Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, shop orders, work plans, and technical documentation
- Solid math and analytical skills, with sound judgment for solving practical, on‑the‑floor challenges
- Working knowledge of tooling, materials, and general machining/manufacturing practices
- Familiarity with ISO/TS quality systems is a plus
- Comfortable in a hands‑on plant environment, including occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs
- Willingness to wear required PPE (safety glasses and safety shoes) in manufacturing areas
- Comprehensive medical coverage — choose a PPO or HDHP with an employer‑funded HSA ($500 single / $1,000 family)
- Dental and vision coverage for you and your family, plus free 24/7 Teladoc access
- Company‑paid Life and AD&D insurance (1x annual salary)
- Company‑paid Short‑Term Disability — full salary your first week, then 60% for up to 26 weeks
- 401(k) with a generous employer match — 100% on the first 4% you contribute, plus 75% on the next 2%
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and dependent care expenses
- 9 paid holidays every year — plus a paid day off for your birthday
- Tuition Assistance Program — up to $5,000 per year toward continued education
- Safety shoe and safety glasses reimbursement
- Confidential Employee Assistance Program available to you and your family