Project Engineer

Cindavi; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cindavi in Montpelier, IA is seeking a seasoned Project Engineer - Facilities to own a portfolio of capital projects from concept through startup. You will lead cross-functional teams, define scope, schedule, and budget, and ensure safe, reliable operation of critical infrastructure and manufacturing processes.

This role requires 5–10+ years of hands-on plant operations, design, and project management in heavy industry, with a proven record of delivering full lifecycle projects on time and

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field.
• 5–10+ years of hands-on experience in plant operations, design, engineering, project management, and construction.
• Proven track record as lead project engineer responsible for full lifecycle of large capital projects.
• Strong background in heavy industry such as steel, aluminum, or large-scale metals processing.
• Exceptional financial acumen to accurately estimate, budget, and execute projects on schedule.
• Ability to manage multiple high-stress projects while balancing strategy with detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams to perform problem-solving analysis that resolves complex operating and equipment issues.
• Develop complete project scopes including layout, equipment design, engineering specifications, and realistic implementation schedules.
• Manage capital appropriation requests, track project costs meticulously, and control spending to stay within budget.
• Supervise and coordinate outside contractors, vendors, and internal technical personnel during project execution.
• Work cross-functionally with superintendents and operations personnel to ensure every project aligns with facility needs and improves manufacturing efficiency.

Skills

Project leadership

Problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Financial acumen

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Are you ready to take true ownership of multi-million dollar capital projects from concept to completion?

Position Summary

We are looking for a seasoned Project Engineer - Facilities to join our team in Montpelier, IA. This is not a role for someone who wants to sit on the sidelines or manage just one small aspect of a design. We need a driven leader who can take an idea, develop a comprehensive project scope, and see it through to successful installation and startup. You will have true cradle-to-grave ownership over a diverse portfolio of capital projects, ranging from critical infrastructure updates to massive, multi-year facility upgrades. If you thrive in a heavy industrial environment and want the autonomy to make a tangible impact on our production capabilities, this is the opportunity you have been waiting for.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead teams to perform problem-solving analysis that resolves complex operating and equipment issues.
• Develop complete project scopes including layout, equipment design, engineering specifications, and realistic implementation schedules.
• Manage capital appropriation requests, track project costs meticulously, and control spending to stay within budget.
• Supervise and coordinate outside contractors, vendors, and internal technical personnel during project execution.
• Work cross-functionally with superintendents and operations personnel to ensure every project aligns with our facility needs and improves overall manufacturing efficiency.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related engineering field.
• 5 to 10+ years of hands-on experience in plant operations, design, engineering, project management, and construction.
• A proven track record as the lead project engineer responsible for the full lifecycle of large capital projects.
• Strong background in heavy industry such as steel, aluminum, or large-scale metals processing.
• Exceptional financial acumen to accurately estimate, budget, and execute projects on schedule.
• The ability to simultaneously manage multiple high-stress projects while balancing high-level strategy with precise attention to detail.

Join a collaborative and innovative work environment where your expertise will be valued and rewarded. We offer highly competitive compensation, a strong bonus program, and an excellent benefits package starting on day one. If you are ready to make a significant impact and drive our facility forward, and let's build the future together.