Manufacturing Project Manager Engineer

LHH US; New Jersey; On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO/Holiday pay

Medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D

401k plan

Job summary

LHH US is seeking an Engineering Project Manager in Morris County, NJ to drive manufacturing facility and capital initiatives within a Lean/Six Sigma environment. You will partner with internal teams and vendors to deliver projects that boost capacity, reliability, and long-term performance.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's in a related field, 5+ years of experience, and a proven track record delivering multi-hundred thousand dollar capital projects, with strong budgeting and vendor

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Experience with Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• At least 5 years of experience supporting projects in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Track record of delivering capital projects valued at $500K or more.
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, cost control, and business case development.
• Experience with AutoCAD or SolidWorks.
• Familiarity with MS Project or Primavera.
• Strong communication skills and experience working with external vendors and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Manage capital initiatives from early concept and planning through implementation and startup
• Define project scope, timelines, budgets, and key milestones while proactively addressing potential risks
• Analyze equipment condition and performance to guide decisions on upgrades, replacements, or improvements
• Oversee the acquisition and installation of machinery, automation systems, and process enhancements
• Support site growth by coordinating building expansions, infrastructure updates, and workflow improvements
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to improve plant layout and material flow
• Lead large maintenance efforts, including shutdown planning and execution, to ensure minimal operational impact
• Coordinate contractors and suppliers, setting clear expectations around safety, quality, and deliverables
• Monitor vendor performance and ensure all work aligns with regulatory and company standards
• Drive process improvements using Lean or Six Sigma to increase efficiency and reduce waste
• Anticipate and mitigate project and facility-related risks to keep initiatives on track
• Act as a point of contact during urgent facility issues, organizing timely responses to limit downtime

Skills

Lean & Six Sigma

Financial acumen

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Our growing client in Morris County, NJ is seeking a Engineering Project Manager to drive critical manufacturing facility and capital initiatives across a Lean/Six Sigma production environment. This role is responsible for delivering projects that enhance capacity, improve equipment reliability, and support long-term operational performance. You will partner closely with internal teams and external vendors to ensure projects are executed efficiently, safely, and in line with business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Manage capital initiatives from early concept and planning through implementation and startup
• Define project scope, timelines, budgets, and key milestones while proactively addressing potential risks
• Analyze equipment condition and performance to guide decisions on upgrades, replacements, or improvements
• Oversee the acquisition and installation of machinery, automation systems, and process enhancements
• Support site growth by coordinating building expansions, infrastructure updates, and workflow improvements
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to improve plant layout and material flow
• Lead large maintenance efforts, including shutdown planning and execution, to ensure minimal operational impact
• Coordinate contractors and suppliers, setting clear expectations around safety, quality, and deliverables
• Monitor vendor performance and ensure all work aligns with regulatory and company standards
• Drive process improvements using methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma to increase efficiency and reduce waste
• Anticipate and mitigate project and facility-related risks to keep initiatives on track
• Act as a point of contact during urgent facility issues, organizing timely responses to limit downtime

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field
• Experience working with Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
• At least 5 years of experience supporting projects in a manufacturing or industrial setting
• Track record of successfully delivering capital projects valued at $500K or more
• Strong financial acumen, including experience with budgeting, cost control, and business case development
• Experience with design tools such as AutoCAD or SolidWorks
• Familiarity with project scheduling platforms such as MS Project or Primavera
• Strong communication skills and experience working with external vendors and contractors

Benefit offerings

PTO/Holiday pay, Medical, dental, vision, term life and AD&D insurance, long-term disability, employee assistance program, and a 401k plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled, Military connected talent encouraged to apply/ To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pay Details: $120,000.00 to $130,000.00 per year

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.