Mechanical Project Engineer: Lead Capital Projects

carlislecompanies; Carlisle (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Carlisle is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to join our Central Engineering team. This role leads capital projects that transform ideas into fully operational manufacturing equipment and systems across our growing organization.

You will own projects from concept through startup, including scope development, budgeting, equipment specification and procurement, contractor coordination, and commissioning support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 5+ years of industrial or manufacturing experience.
• Experience with manufacturing equipment, piping, utilities, and mechanical systems.
• Strong project management, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead capital projects from initial concept and scope development through installation, commissioning, and startup.
• Specify, evaluate, and procure manufacturing and process equipment.
• Develop project budgets, schedules, funding requests, and technical documentation.
• Coordinate contractors, vendors, plant maintenance, and engineering resources during project execution.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing equipment and systems and develop effective solutions.
• Develop equipment specifications, RFQs, and installation requirements.
• Build strong partnerships with plant teams and equipment suppliers.
• Provide technical guidance and training to Engineering, Maintenance, Operations, and EH&S teams.
• Travel to CCM facilities to support project planning, equipment installation, startups, commissioning, and training.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Job description

Carlisle is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to join our Central Engineering team. This role leads capital projects that transform ideas into fully operational manufacturing equipment and systems across our growing organization.

You will own projects from concept through startup, including scope development, budgeting, equipment specification and procurement, contractor coordination, and commissioning support.