Project Engineer

Itac

Gastonia (NC)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401k & ESOP

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Professional Development

Wellness Program

Safety Incentive Program

Chaplain Care

Job summary

ITAC seeks a full-time Project Engineer with a strong industrial manufacturing background to support a multi-year factory transformation initiative. This role will plan, coordinate, and execute capital and operational projects within an active manufacturing environment over the next 2–3 years.

The ideal candidate will lead project teams, manage plant layout changes, and ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in business administration, industrial engineering, or related field with 5 years of manufacturing experience, or 10 years without a degree.
Experience managing industrial projects, plant layout changes, and cross-functional teams.
Ability to lead in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and manage a project team.
Proficient in MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Responsibilities

Manage complex factory transformation projects.
Oversee the implementation of new plant layout and transformation.
Organize project teams and assign responsibilities.
Develop project scope, schedules, and cost estimates.
Determine resource and contracting requirements.
Monitor and report on project status, costs, timing, and staffing.
Ensure adherence to internal and external quality standards.
Identify obstacles and keep projects on time and budget.
Coordinate vendor tasks and review deliverables.

Skills

Project management

Manufacturing experience

Cross-functional teams

Strong communication

Lean Manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Industrial Engineering

10+ years managing heavy manufacturing projects (no degree)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

ITAC serves Process & Industrial clients with integrated engineering and construction services for complex capital projects. We also offer specialty services including power systems services and products, custom machine fabrication, and fall protection services and equipment. Founded in 1988 on a dream and a $5K loan, ITAC is a true success story. From humble beginnings to an ENR-Ranked Top Design Firm with a nationwide footprint and over 450 employees operating from 6 offices in Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina, we provide Fortune 500 companies with innovative design-build solutions. We specialize in power generation & utilities, chemicals, food & beverage, forest products, advanced manufacturing, and minerals & metals.

ITAC’s purpose is to make life better. For our employees, this means providing them with the resources and flexibility they need to have both a rewarding career and a fulfilling family life. ITAC is 100% employee-owned. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and Direct Stock Ownership, every team member has the unique opportunity to be an owner who shares in the company’s growth and earnings. We offer our team a comprehensive benefits package and numerous employee incentives. Rooted in love, we serve and care for our employees like family.

We hire passionate and motivated people with an innovative mindset and the desire to grow. If the thought of challenging, fast-paced projects excites you, then you’ve come to the right place. At ITAC, you’ll be part of a collaborative team that works hard to make life better. For more information, visit itac.us.com.

This is a seconded position, meaning the selected candidate will be employed by ITAC but work full-time on assignment with one of our clients. While day-to-day responsibilities will be managed on-site with the client, ITAC provides ongoing support, resources, and benefits as your employer. This position is for an expected duration of about two (2) - three (3) years with changing demand and potential for extension. Please only apply if these requirements are agreeable to you.

Objective

We are seeking a full-time Project Engineer with a strong industrial manufacturing background to support a multi-year factory transformation initiative. This role will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing small-to-medium capital and operational projects within an active manufacturing environment over the next 2–3 years. The ideal candidate will have experience managing industrial projects, plant layout changes, equipment installations, and cross-functional teams while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget.

Responsibilities

Manage complex factory transformation projects
Manage the implementation of a new plant layout / plant transformation
Organize project teams and assigning individual responsibilities
Develop project scope, schedules, and cost estimates
Determine resource and contracting requirements
Monitor and report on the status of projects including cost, timing, and staffing
Ensure adherence to internal and external quality standards
Identify and resolve obstacles to completing project on time and to budget
Integrate vendor tasks into the project plan and tracking and reviewing vendor deliverables

Bachelor's degree in business administration, Industrial Engineering, or any related field along with 5 years’ relevant experience in a manufacturing environment or industrial setting, OR at least 10 years of relevant experience in managing heavy manufacturing projects if without degree
Relevant experience: Managing projects within a manufacturing environment or industrial setting, coordinating launches for new production equipment
Must be able to manage a project team in a fast paced and pressured environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications; Excel. Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Skills:

Strong industrial project background
Experienced in managing complex layout changes in a manufacturing plant
Lean Manufacturing background in a plus for this role

From internships to seasoned professionals, our growing company provides career opportunities for all levels of experience. We offer our team a comprehensive benefits package and numerous employee incentives. For life’s challenges, we also provide our employees and their immediate families with certified chaplains for around-the-clock encouragement and support. Rooted in love, we serve and care for our employees like family. ITAC provides benefits such as