Project Engineer

Judge Direct Placement; Starkville (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Judge Group is seeking a Project Engineer for a manufacturing company in the Starkville, MS area to lead capital improvement projects from planning through startup and handoff. You will develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, and technical requirements, coordinate contractors and plant personnel, and oversee installations, upgrades, and facility modifications.

This role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement, with a focus on delivering on time and within

Qualifications

• Bachelors's degree in Engineering (Chemical/Mechanical/Industrial or related).
• 2+ years of project management experience in manufacturing, chemical, or industrial operations.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with stakeholder management.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with limited supervision.
• Commitment to workplace safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead capital improvement projects from planning through startup and handoff.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, and technical requirements.
• Coordinate contractors, vendors, and plant personnel to ensure successful execution.
• Oversee equipment installations, process upgrades, and facility modifications.
• Track project milestones, costs, and risks with corrective actions as needed.
• Prepare documentation for approvals and ensure compliance with procedures.
• Promote safety culture and adherence to standards.
• Support commissioning activities to achieve objectives.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Multitasking

Safety & compliance

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelors degree in Chemical/Mechanical/Industrial Eng

Job description

The Judge Group is seeking a Project Engineer for a manufacturing company located in the Starkville, MS area.

Responsibilities

• Lead capital improvement projects from planning through startup and handoff.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, and technical requirements.
• Coordinate contractors, vendors, and plant personnel to ensure successful execution.
• Oversee equipment installations, process upgrades, and facility modifications.
• Track project milestones, costs, and risks while implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Prepare documentation for project approvals and ensure compliance with internal procedures.
• Promote a strong safety culture and verify adherence to environmental and engineering standards.
• Support commissioning activities to ensure operational and performance objectives are achieved.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, or related Engineering discipline.
• 2+ years of project management experience in manufacturing, chemical, or industrial operations.
• Knowledge of plant processes, maintenance practices, and capital project execution.
• Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with limited supervision.
• Proven commitment to workplace safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement.