Engineering Project Specialist

ADP, Inc.; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Omni Specialty Packaging is seeking an Engineering Project Specialist to support engineering and capital projects from concept to startup. You will coordinate scopes, budgets, schedules, and documentation, and work with contractors, vendors, and internal teams to ensure safe, on-time, and on-budget project delivery.

Responsibilities include equipment specification, procurement, installation, commissioning, FAT/SAT, and field support, with emphasis on continuous improvement, safety, and

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical degree in a related engineering field.
• 3+ years in manufacturing, engineering support, project coordination, or related industrial environment.
• Experience supporting capital projects, equipment installations, or manufacturing improvement projects.
• Experience working with contractors and equipment vendors.
• Experience with automated manufacturing or packaging equipment preferred.
• Experience in lubricants, chemicals, or related process industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering and capital projects from concept through startup.
• Assist with developing project scopes, budgets, schedules, and documentation.
• Coordinate equipment vendors, contractors, and internal resources.
• Assist with equipment specification, procurement, installation, commissioning, and startup.
• Track schedules, costs, and deliverables; maintain drawings and records.
• Support FAT/SAT and field installations; assist with problem solving and root-cause analyses.

Skills

Industrial equipment

Mechanical aptitude

Read drawings

Project coordination

Scheduling & tracking

Vendor coordination

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Associate/technical degree in Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

IFS Cloud (ERP)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Engineering and Construction Shreveport, LA, US

Job Summary:

The Engineering Project Specialist is responsible for supporting engineering and capital projects from initial concepts through installation, commissioning, and startup. This role focuses on project coordination, documentation, equipment and contractor support, field execution, and continuous improvement within a high-volume manufacturing environment.

The Engineering Project Specialist works cross-functionally with Engineering, Maintenance, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Procurement, contractors, and equipment vendors to ensure projects are executed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and within budget.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Support engineering and capital projects from concept through startup.
• Assist with developing project scopes, budgets, schedules, and project documentation.
• Coordinate equipment vendors, contractors, and internal resources.
• Assist with equipment specification, procurement, installation, commissioning, and startup.
• Coordinate and support contractor activities during field installation.
• Track project schedules, action items, costs, and deliverables.
• Maintain project drawings, equipment documentation, manuals, quotes, and technical records.
• Assist with Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT).
• Provide field support during equipment installations, modifications, and plant improvement projects.
• Assist with troubleshooting equipment and process issues during project implementation.
• Coordinate with Operations and Maintenance to minimize production impact during installations and shutdown work.
• Assist with development and updating of equipment layouts, drawings, and specifications.
• Support continuous improvement projects focused on safety, reliability, productivity, downtime, and cost reduction.
• Assist with equipment and contractor bid evaluations and project cost comparisons.
• Coordinate project materials and equipment deliveries with Procurement and vendors.
• Verify completed project work against drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
• Support project closeout, including documentation, punch lists, training materials, and turnover to Operations and Maintenance.
• Participate in risk assessments, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Support compliance with OSHA, EPA, company safety standards, and applicable industry regulations.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Required Skills:

• Working knowledge of industrial equipment, manufacturing processes, and facility systems.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to understand equipment installations and troubleshoot basic manufacturing issues.
• Ability to read and interpret equipment drawings, layouts, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Experience coordinating multiple projects, contractors, vendors, and priorities.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to track schedules, costs, action items, and project documentation.
• Working knowledge of automated manufacturing equipment and industrial controls is desirable.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; experience with AutoCAD, project management software, and ERP systems (IFS Cloud preferred) is desirable.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively collaborate across Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Supply Chain, Procurement, and external contractors.
• Working knowledge of industrial safety practices, machine guarding, LOTO, and risk assessment practices.
• Ability to work effectively in both office and active manufacturing environments.

Education and Experience:

• Associate degree, technical degree, or equivalent experience in Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, or a related technical discipline.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, engineering support, project coordination, maintenance, construction, or a related industrial environment preferred.
• Experience supporting capital projects, equipment installations, or manufacturing improvement projects preferred.
• Experience working with contractors and equipment vendors preferred.
• Experience with automated manufacturing or packaging equipment preferred.
• Experience in lubricants, chemicals, food & beverage, consumer packaged goods (CPG), or related process manufacturing preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in both office and manufacturing plant environments.
• Ability to walk throughout production facilities and climb stairs, ladders, and platforms as needed.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, steel-toe boots, and hearing protection when in manufacturing or production areas.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to work around industrial machinery, noise, heat, and varying environmental conditions.

Omni Specialty Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).