Project Engineer

CPEG Inc.; Louisville, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership (ESOP)

Health, dental, vision insurance

HSA contribution

Life insurance & AD&D

Long-term disability

Educational assistance

Relocation assistance

Annual bonus potential

Job summary

Carrier Process Equipment Group (CPEG) in Louisville, KY is seeking a Project Engineer to manage industrial processing equipment projects from concept through delivery and startup. This onsite role requires collaboration with design teams, vendors, and customers to ensure execution on time and within spec.

The ideal candidate holds a BS in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering with up to 5+ years of experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in mechanical engineering concepts.

Qualifications

• BS in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering required.
• 0 to 5+ years of experience required.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interface with multiple departments.

Responsibilities

• Design and cost custom-designed processing machinery.
• Create technical and pricing proposals.
• Conduct and supervise laboratory testing on customer-supplied materials.
• Develop technical specifications, processing parameters, and operating instructions.
• Coordinate with designers on equipment drawings.
• Provide technical consultation and troubleshoot field problems.
• Manage multiple projects across phases and delegate tasks.
• Complete documentation per customer specs.
• Assist with equipment startup on site or remotely.

Skills

Communication

Project management

Team collaboration

Mechanical engineering

Education

BS in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

MS in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

MathCAD

Job description

Description

Carrier Process Equipment Group (CPEG) offers customers a comprehensive line of large industrial processing equipment for a wide variety of industries. By combining engineering expertise including high tolerance fabrication and assembly, we design and manufacture custom bulk processing equipment and custom fluid solutions. Please visit us at https://www.cpeg.com/ to see the full scale of our product lines and solutions including the diverse family of brands who make up our portfolio.

We are looking for a Project Engineer at our Louisville, KY location to support the Carrier Vibrating Equipment division. This is an onsite position that is responsible for managing and completing projects from concept to delivery and start-up. Please visit https://carriervibrating.com/ to see the products and capabilities of Carrier Vibrating Equipment.

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.- 4:45 p.m.

Responsibilities

• Design and accurately cost custom-designed process machinery.
• Create technical and pricing proposals.
• Conduct and supervise laboratory testing on materials supplied by customers (e.g., drying, cooling, screening, classifying, dewatering, or conveying tests).
• Develop technical specifications, processing parameters, and operating instructions.
• Direct and coordinate with designers in developing equipment engineering drawings.
• Provide technical consultation to company departments and customers and troubleshoot and resolve field problems.
• Manage multiple projects in various phases and delegate internal or external action items.
• Complete documentation per customer specifications.
• Assist with equipment startup, either remotely or at the job site.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.
• 0 to 5+ years of experience.
• Technical skill and knowledge in mechanical engineering, heat transfer, and thermodynamics.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to interface with departments, sales representatives, vendors, and customers.

Qualifications that are a plus:

• Master of Science in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Familiarity with typical fabrication methods and materials.
• Proficiency in MS Office and MathCAD.
• Ability to prioritize, organize, solve problems and read engineering drawings.

Competitive Benefits

• Generous paid time off as well as 80 hours of holiday pay each year.
• Ability to become an Employee Owner. This benefit is fully funded by the company—no employee contribution required—and builds value for you over time based on the company's performance. While results vary from year to year, the ESOP consistently delivers retirement benefits that exceed those of a typical 401(k) match.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance. We provide a company contribution with Health Savings Account (HSA) participation. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) are also available for healthcare and dependent care expenses, regardless of whether you are enrolled in a company medical plan.
• Company paid Basic Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), and Long-Term Disability coverage, along with supplemental Short-Term Disability coverage (company pays 50% of premium).
• Voluntary coverages such as additional life insurance, accident insurance and more.
• Employee Assistance Program. Our EAP offers free, confidential support including legal and financial consultations, counseling services, estate planning, travel assistance, and work-life resources such as childcare, eldercare, and health advocacy.
• Employee Referral Program bonus.
• Educational Assistance.
• International travel possibilities.
• Annual bonus possibilities.
• Career Advancement. CPEG is 100% employee-owned and led by a dynamic executive team of talented individuals who have risen through the management structure.
• Option to contribute to a 401(k) plan with flexible loan feature—invest in your future while keeping access to your funds if you need them.
• Cash Balance Pension Plan. We contribute to this retirement savings on your behalf—no employee contribution required. Combined with a guaranteed 4% rate of return, this means you receive a consistent and valuable retirement benefit every year.
• Relocation expenses may be negotiable for the right candidate.