Manufacturing Project Engineer: Lean & Automation

Ecore International; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Ecore International is seeking a Project Engineer to lead capital projects and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing operations in the Lancaster and York, PA area. You will design, install, and optimize equipment and processes to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency.

You will manage projects from concept through implementation, mentor technical teams, and collaborate with vendors and cross-functional colleagues to standardize best practices across locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related Engineering discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of engineering project leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience managing projects through the full lifecycle (concept, design, budgeting, scheduling, implementation, production support).
• Hands-on experience with Lean Manufacturing methodologies (Kaizen, 5S, Theory of Constraints, Value Stream Mapping).
• Experience improving manufacturing processes, equipment, and facility operations.
• Strong project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and AutoCAD.
• Ability to travel as required for vendor meetings, project reviews, and installation activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead equipment, facility, and process improvement projects from initiation through closeout.
• Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and resource plans to ensure safety, timeliness, and budget compliance.
• Design and improve manufacturing equipment, machinery, and facility infrastructure.
• Generate and manage detailed project schedules, coordinating engineering, manufacturing, vendors, and contractors.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing initiatives including Kaizen, 5S, and Value Stream Mapping to reduce waste.
• Develop standard work, process controls, equipment layouts, and material flow improvements.
• Collaborate with vendors to evaluate and implement new technologies and automation solutions.
• Support new product introductions and production trials by analyzing data and recommending improvements.
• Provide technical leadership, coaching, and training to maintenance, production, and technical teams.
• Partner with multiple locations to standardize best practices and share improvements.

Skills

Project leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Value Stream Mapping

Kaizen

5S

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

3D Design

Communication

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

3D Design Software

Job description

Ecore International is seeking a Project Engineer to lead capital projects and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing operations in the Lancaster and York, PA area. You will design, install, and optimize equipment and processes to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency.

You will manage projects from concept through implementation, mentor technical teams, and collaborate with vendors and cross-functional colleagues to standardize best practices across locations.