Project Engineer

Sterling Engineering; Ecorse (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sterling Engineering is looking for a Project Engineer / Project Manager I in Ecorse, Michigan. This role involves supporting capital improvement and cost reduction initiatives within a large-scale manufacturing facility, providing technical expertise and managing projects from concept to implementation.

The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, have 3-5 years of relevant experience, and demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with Oracle software is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of engineering, project engineering, project management, maintenance, or manufacturing experience.
• Capital project management experience is preferred.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise and project management support for capital and cost improvement projects.
• Manage capital and cost improvement projects from concept through implementation.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental programs.

Skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Oracle software

Job description

Sterling Engineering is partnered with a leading industrial manufacturing organization seeking a Project Engineer / Project Manager I to support capital improvement and cost reduction initiatives within a large-scale manufacturing facility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical expertise and project management support for capital and cost improvement projects, working closely with operations, maintenance, engineering, accounting, and outside contractors to improve plant infrastructure, safety, reliability, and operational efficiency.
• Manage capital and cost improvement projects from concept through implementation.
• Develop business cases, project scopes, schedules, budgets, and cost estimates.
• Provide technical support to operations and cross-functional teams.
• Ensure compliance with company safety and environmental programs for employees and contractors.
• Evaluate and select equipment, technologies, and engineering solutions to support plant objectives.
• Coordinate with Accounting and Tax departments on project funding approvals.
• Prepare capital appropriation and expenditure requests for management review.
• Direct outside engineering firms, consultants, contractors, and equipment suppliers.
• Review equipment and contractor proposals and make recommendations for selection.
• Monitor equipment fabrication, installation, and commissioning activities.
• Manage projects during facility outages and construction schedules, including off-shift support when required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or related scientific discipline required.
• 3-5 years of engineering, project engineering, project management, maintenance, or manufacturing experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with Oracle software is preferred.
• Capital project management experience, maintenance outage management, or continuous improvement project experience is preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.