Project Engineer

Euro-Composites; Culpeper (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Euro-Composites Corporation in the United States is seeking a Project Engineer to lead capital and engineering projects on the production floor, shaping next-generation honeycomb core products. You’ll manage scope, schedule, budget, safety, and technical performance while coordinating diverse teams and vendors to deliver results.

The role rewards hands-on problem solving, collaboration, and clear communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline.
• 1–3+ years leading engineering or capital projects in manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Proven ability to deliver projects safely, on schedule, within budget, to specs.
• Experience developing schedules, managing budgets, coordinating stakeholders.
• Proficiency with MS Project or AutoCAD or similar PM tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead capital and engineering projects from concept, planning, and design through construction, startup, and closeout.
• Own project scope, schedule, budget, safety, and technical performance to ensure successful execution.
• Develop detailed project plans, timelines, budgets and resource requirements.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, contractors, engineering firms, and vendors to keep projects moving forward.
• Apply sound engineering principles to evaluate designs and ensure compliance with company and industry standards.
• Identify project risks early and develop practical mitigation strategies to minimize delays and cost impacts.
• Manage project budgets, capital spending, change control, and financial reporting.
• Communicate project progress, milestones, risks and recommendations to leadership and key stakeholders.
• Maintain complete project documentation, including engineering drawings, reports and regulatory compliance records.
• Partner with operations to ensure successful project startup, turnover, operator trainings, and documentation of lesson learned.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

AutoCAD

Job description

Do you have a passion for innovation and a knack for problem-solving? Are you energized by the idea of helping to create the future of aerospace technology? Then EURO-COMPOSITES® Corporation, a leading global manufacturer of lightweight honeycomb core products, has the perfect opportunity for you!

Job Title: Project Engineer

Location: EURO-COMPOSITES Corporation

Employment Type: Full-Time, Salary Exempt

Salary Range: $75,000 - $90,000

We're looking for a Project engineer who's excited to improve how things are made and play a hands-on role in shaping the next-generation products. If you enjoy solving complex manufacturing challenges and seeing your ideas, come to life on the production floor, this role is for you!

What You’ll Be Doing:

In this role, you’ll be a key contributor to both daily operations and long-term business growth. Your responsibilities will include:

• Lead capital and engineering projects from concept, planning, and design through construction, startup, and closeout.
• Own project scope, schedule, budget, safety, and technical performance to ensure successful execution.
• Develop detailed project plans, timelines, budgets and resource requirements.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, contractors, engineering firms, and vendors to keep projects moving forward.
• Apply sound engineering principles to evaluate designs and ensure compliance with company and industry standards.
• Identify project risks early and develop practical mitigation strategies to minimize delays and cost impacts.
• Manage project budgets, capital spending, change control, and financial reporting.
• Communicate project progress, milestones, risks and recommendations to leadership and key stakeholders.
• Maintain complete project documentation, including engineering drawings, reports and regulatory compliance records.
• Partner with operations to ensure successful project startup, turnover, operator trainings, and documentation of lesson learned.

What We’re Looking For:

We value practical experience just as much as formal education. Ideal candidates bring:

• A bachelor’s degree Mechanical, Chemical, Civil, Electrical, Industrial or a related Engineering discipline.
• 1-3+ years of experience leading engineering or capital projects in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Proven ability to deliver projects safely, on schedule, within budget, and according to technical specifications.
• Experience developing project schedules, managing capital budgets, and coordinating multiple stakeholders.
• Working knowledge of project management tools such as Microsoft Project, AutoCAD, or similar software.
• Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence teams and drive results without direct supervisory authority.
• Demonstrated ownership, accountability and the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.

We believe great people build great products. When you join our team, you can expect:

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
• Clear opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
• A collaborative, respectful culture where your ideas matter.
• Exposure to exciting, high-impact projects in aerospace and advanced materials.
• A chance to make a real difference in how innovative composite products are manufactured.

Shape the Future of Composites!

This position is located at an ITAR-regulated facility. Applicants must be U.S persons as defined by 22 CFR § 120.15 (U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident).