Industrial CAD Project Engineer Plant Layout Upgrades

CapstoneONE Search; Twin Lake (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

CapstoneONE Search is seeking a Manufacturing Project Engineer to support current operations and capital projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment in Michigan. The role emphasizes CAD-based plant layout, equipment and machine design, and rigorous project engineering from concept to installation.

The successful candidate will collaborate across Manufacturing, Engineering, Maintenance, EHS, and leadership to implement practical solutions that improve productivity, safety, and facility

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or closely related technical discipline.
• Hands-on proficiency with CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks) with experience in plant layouts or equipment designs.
• 2+ years engineering experience in manufacturing/industrial environment, ideally with capital projects.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to interpret drawings, piping and facility layouts.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities with internal and external stakeholders from concept through implementation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain CAD drawings for plant layouts, equipment placement, production cells, machinery, utilities, piping, and expansions.
• Design and support modifications to equipment, tooling, and plant infrastructure based on production needs and growth.
• Lead and support capital projects from concept through installation and commissioning.
• Evaluate proposals and specifications to determine feasibility and design solutions.
• Coordinate with Operations, Maintenance, EHS, contractors, and suppliers to minimize production disruption.
• Provide hands-on engineering support during installation, commissioning, and process improvements.

Skills

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Project management

Manufacturing experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

CapstoneONE Search is seeking a Manufacturing Project Engineer to support current operations and capital projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment in Michigan. The role emphasizes CAD-based plant layout, equipment and machine design, and rigorous project engineering from concept to installation.

The successful candidate will collaborate across Manufacturing, Engineering, Maintenance, EHS, and leadership to implement practical solutions that improve productivity, safety, and facility