Lead Plant Infrastructure Project Engineer

Daimler AG (Canada)

Charleston (SC)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 150,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Mercedes-Benz Vans LLC in Charleston, South Carolina seeks a Plant Planning Project Engineer to lead complex plant infrastructure projects from concept to closeout. You will serve as the owner-side senior project manager coordinating with engineers, architects, general contractors, and internal stakeholders, driving safety, cost, schedule, and quality outcomes.

The role requires strong leadership, project controls, and a hands-on approach to delivery in a live manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Mechanical, Electrical or related field.
Minimum 7 years managing industrial, commercial, or manufacturing construction projects; 10+ years preferred if automotive experience is lacking.
PE, PMP, CCM or equivalent preferred but not required.
Experience coordinating work in active manufacturing facilities including shutdown planning and operational interfaces.

Responsibilities

Lead multiple complex construction and infrastructure projects including plant expansions and energy systems.
Develop scopes of work, budgets, schedules, cash flow, risk registers, and governance reporting from feasibility to handover.
Coordinate with production, maintenance, facilities, safety, IT, environmental, and external partners; ensure regulatory compliance and safety.