Manufacturing Project Engineer: Capital Upgrades

The Judge Group; Starkville (MS); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Judge Group is seeking a Project Engineer in Starkville, MS to lead capital improvement projects from planning through startup and handoff. You will develop scopes, budgets, and schedules, and coordinate contractors, vendors, and plant personnel to ensure successful execution.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline and 2+ years of project management experience in manufacturing or industrial settings. Strong communication and safety focus are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, or related Engineering discipline.
• 2+ years of project management experience in manufacturing or industrial operations.
• Knowledge of plant processes, maintenance practices, and capital project execution.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with stakeholder management.
• Commitment to workplace safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead capital improvement projects from planning through startup and handoff.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, and technical requirements.
• Coordinate contractors, vendors, and plant personnel to ensure successful execution.
• Oversee equipment installations, process upgrades, and facility modifications.
• Track project milestones, costs, and risks while implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Prepare documentation for project approvals and ensure compliance with internal procedures.
• Promote a strong safety culture and verify adherence to environmental and engineering standards.
• Support commissioning activities to ensure operational and performance objectives are achieved.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, or related Engineering

Job description

The Judge Group is seeking a Project Engineer in Starkville, MS to lead capital improvement projects from planning through startup and handoff. You will develop scopes, budgets, and schedules, and coordinate contractors, vendors, and plant personnel to ensure successful execution.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline and 2+ years of project management experience in manufacturing or industrial settings. Strong communication and safety focus are essential.