Project Engineer

Diamond Vogel; Orange City (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Job summary

A manufacturing company is seeking a results-driven Project Engineer to lead capital and process improvement projects. This role involves executing projects efficiently and innovatively while ensuring they meet safety and compliance standards. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency in AutoCAD. This position is critical to managing project budgets and ensuring timely project completion.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with production equipment, including filling and packaging systems.
• PLC and controls experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute capital and process improvement projects from concept through completion.
• Develop and maintain project schedules and coordinate resources to meet project objectives.
• Manage project budgets and forecast project spend.
• Monitor progress and adjust plans to meet timelines and goals.
• Promote and maintain a safety-first mindset in all project activities.
• Ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Benefits Overview

• Medical (Wellmark Blue Cross & Blue Shield)

Diamond Vogel is seeking a results‑driven Project Engineer to lead and support capital and process improvement projects within our manufacturing operations. This role plays an important part in ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget while supporting efficient and innovative production processes.

The ideal candidate is organized, technically skilled, and a strong communicator who enjoys leading projects and collaborating with cross‑functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute capital (CAPEX) and process improvement projects from concept through completion
• Develop and maintain project schedules and coordinate resources to meet project objectives
• Manage project budgets and forecast project spend
• Monitor progress and adjust plans to meet timelines and goals
• Promote and maintain a safety‑first mindset in all project activities
• Ensure compliance with company, regulatory, and environmental standards
• Lead project meetings and communicate updates, risks, and progress to stakeholders
• Provide direction and support to team members and cross‑functional partners
• Design and support projects using AutoCAD (required) and SolidWorks (preferred)
• Work with production equipment, including filling and packaging lines
• Support PLCs and controls integration as needed
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and maintenance teams

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with production equipment, including filling and packaging systems
• PLC and controls experience preferred
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a team environment

An Equal Opportunity Employer | Pre-Employment Drug Testing Required