Project Engineer

Kennedy Industries, Inc.; Santa Fe Springs (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Kennedy Industries, Inc. in Santa Fe Springs, CA seeks an experienced Project Engineer to lead planning, budgeting, and cross-functional coordination for mechanical projects. You will use SolidWorks for design, manage vendor relationships, and ensure projects meet timelines and budgets.

You will communicate with customers and internal teams, perform risk assessments, and track performance metrics to drive improvements while ensuring regulatory compliance and high-quality deliverables.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering is required.
• Minimum 5 years in waterworks, piping, valves, or mechanical systems.
• Proficient with SolidWorks and MS Office.
• Strong knowledge of AWWA, ASME, ASTM, ISO, AWS standards and municipal specs.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-level project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation for multiple projects.
• Maintain and enhance long-term relationships with customers and vendors.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, procurement, and installation teams to meet objectives within timeline and budget.
• Use SolidWorks for design and development of projects.
• Serve as main point of contact for customers, contractors, and stakeholders; provide updates and address concerns.

Skills

SolidWorks

Project planning

Vendor relations

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Responsibilities

• High level project planning, budgeting scheduling, and resource allocation for multiple concurrent projects.
• Maintain and improve professional long‑term relationships with customers & vendors.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including engineering, manufacturing, procurement, and installation to ensure project objectives are met within established timelines and budget constraints.
• Use SolidWorks for design and development of projects.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, contractors, and stakeholders. Provide regular updates and address any concerns or issues that arise during project execution.
• Perform industrial take‑offs (Bill of Materials) for material purchasing.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies to minimize project disruptions and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Monitor project progress and performance metrics identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions as necessary.

Supervisory Responsibilities: none

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a degree in a related discipline required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience working in within waterworks, piping, valves, or mechanical systems sector.
• Computer proficient, including Microsoft Office products.
• Proficient with SolidWorks.
• Strong knowledge of AWWA, ASME, ASTM, ISO, AWS standards and municipal specifications.
• Good communication, documentation, and leadership skills.
• Detail oriented with ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with the Water Treatment industry or SFWS company products/services.
• Experience in budget management and resource planning.
• 6-10 years working within waterworks, piping, valves, or mechanical systems sector.
• Conflict resolution and de‑escalation skills.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Physical Demands:

• Sedentary Work: Primarily seated while working on a computer or phone for extended periods.
• Repetitive Tasks: Regular typing, data entry, and handling customer queries.
• Minimal Physical Activity: Occasionally moving around the office or home workspace to retrieve materials or attend meetings. May have to lift 10-20lbs occasionally.

Equipment and Tools:

• Technology driven-Use of computers, headsets, telephones, cell phones, and CRM (Customer Relationship Management) software.

Interactions with Customers:

• High contact role-Continuous interaction with customers and internal employees via Teams, phone, text or email.
• Stressful Situations-May deal with difficult or upset customers or employees, requiring patience and conflict resolution skills.

Noise and Distractions:

• Moderate Noise-In office may involve background chatter or phone calls in open workspaces.

Mental and Emotional Demands:

• Problem-Solving: Constantly trouble shooting and resolving customer and employee concerns.
• Emotional Resilience-Managing stressful or challenging interactions with professionalism and composure
• Attention to Detail: Ensuring accuracy in communication and documentation
• May face pressure to meet deadlines, especially during busy times. This can create stress and fatigue, particularly when working on complex tasks.

Compensation: $90,000 to $120,000 dependent on experience and qualifications

• Healthinsurance
• 401(k)
• Dentalinsurance
• Paidtimeoff
• Vision insurance

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Self-Starter

Inspired to perform without outside help

Education

Bachelors or better in Engineering or related field.

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