Project Engineer III

GAF; Ennis (TX); On-site; USD 92,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

GAF is seeking a Project Engineer to develop, execute and control projects that drive plant goals. You will apply engineering principles to analyze and support new facilities and equipment enhancements, focusing on safety, cost, schedule, maintainability, and construction methods.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated and capable of handling multiple engineering assignments. You will lead capital projects across the full lifecycle, design installations with solid cost justifications, and coach

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical).
• 5+ years experience, preferably in manufacturing or roofing/building products.
• Able to lead as multi-disciplinary project manager and supervise maintenance/ops.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD (or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute capital projects across lifecycle within scope, schedule, and budget.
• Define, design, and manage project installations with scopes and cost justifications.
• Drive continuous improvement with technical analysis of best technologies and process modifications.
• Serve as the primary technical resource for design, engineering, commissioning, and startup for projects.
• Manage internal maintenance and external contractors during execution.
• Provide plant engineering support to Production and Maintenance and troubleshoot.

Skills

Capital project planning

Project management

Multi-disciplinary

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

AutoCAD

Job description

At GAF, we cover more than just buildings. We cover each other. Under this roof, you will have the tools and resources you need to grow and develop in your career. You will experience our incredible culture and will be empowered to support your teammates, your customers, and especially your community. Under this roof, we define the future while leading the present through our deep well of experience and our responsibility to the future to drive improvements and innovation in our products. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.

Job Summary

We are looking for a Project Engineer who will be responsible for developing, executing and controlling assigned projects to achieve plant goals. Through expert application of engineering techniques and principles, the candidate will conduct analyses and investigations supporting the construction of new facilities and enhancements to existing machinery to optimize productive capability of the plant. We encourage the Project Engineer to make sound recommendations, considering such factors as safety, cost, schedule, maintainability, and materials and methods of construction. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, highly adaptive and capable of managing multiple engineering assignments.

Essential Duties

• Lead and execute capital projects (modifications, improvements, new equipment) across the entire lifecycle, ensuring delivery meets scope, schedule, and budget requirements.
• Define, design, and manage project installations, including preparing detailed design scopes, cost estimates, and capital expenditure justifications.
• Drive continuous improvement by providing technical analysis of current best technologies and recommending process/equipment modifications.
• Serve as the primary technical resource for design, detailed engineering, coordination, commissioning, and startup activities for both project and plant engineering initiatives.
• Manage internal maintenance and external contractors during project execution and support new product/systems development.
• Provide consistent plant engineering support to Production and Maintenance, leading troubleshooting efforts and serving as the primary resource for complex problem resolution.
• Actively promote and enforce safety initiatives, policies, and best practices related to equipment operation and maintenance.

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical)
• 5+ years experience, preferably in manufacturing or roofing/building products.
• Must be able to work as a multi-disciplinary project manager, supervise as a lead engineer, and provide expertise in maintenance, operations, and process management.
• The ideal candidate will have a proven background in managing all project aspects within budget, scope, and downtime constraints.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD (or equivalent).

General Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of OSHA, general industry, and environmental compliance.
• Proficient in written, verbal, and listening communication skills.
• Advanced analytical and organizational skills with close attention to detail; able to plan, execute, and control multiple concurrent tasks.
• Demonstrated technical problem-solving skills, including hands‑on experience with contractors and/or internal maintenance.
• Proven ability to manage multi‑disciplinary projects.
• Preferred engineering experience with integrated design environments (e.g., OEMs or consultant engineering).

Technical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability in capital project planning, development, and execution, including conceptual/detailed design, construction/installation coordination, training, turnover, commissioning support, and sustained ownership.
• Application knowledge of standard manufacturing concepts, practices, and procedures; preferred engineering experience in transferable manufacturing, OEM, or engineering design environments with continuous production equipment/process systems.
• Advanced ability to read/interpret specifications and drawings.
• Proficiency using root cause analysis and structured methods (e.g., Kepner‑Trego) for troubleshooting.
• Ability to translate technical data for operations and maintenance personnel.
• Exposure to process hazard analysis and process safety management methodologies.
• Advanced knowledge of multi‑disciplinary engineering fundamentals.

Physical Demands

• Stationary Position - Frequently
• Move/Traverse - Frequently
• Stationary Position/Seated - Frequently
• Transport/Lifting - Occasionally (up to 50 lbs.)
• Transport/Carrying - Occasionally
• Exerting Force/Pushing - Occasionally
• Exerting Force/Pulling - Occasionally
• Ascend/Descend - Occasionally
• Balancing - Occasionally
• Position Self/Stooping - Occasionally
• Position Self/Kneeling - Occasionally
• Position Self/Crouching - Occasionally
• Position Self/Crawling - Occasionally
• Reaching - Occasionally
• Handling - Occasionally
• Grasping - Occasionally
• Feeling - Rarely
• Communicate/Talking - Frequently
• Communicate/Hearing - Frequently
• Repetitive Motions - Occasionally
• Coordination - Frequently

Working Conditions

• Extreme cold - Occasionally
• Extreme heat - Frequently
• Humid - Frequently
• Wet - Occasionally
• Noise - Occasionally
• Hazards - Frequently
• Temperature Change - Frequently
• Vibration - Rarely

Base salary and/or rate of pay ranges listed are exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Individual compensation offers will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, relevant candidate experience and skill, education, and/or qualifications.

Base Salary Range: $92,000-$126,500

How We Protect What Matters Most

• We offer a wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family.
• Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood.
• Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre‑tax and/or Roth contributions.
• Other exciting programs and perks are available to help employees achieve work‑life balance, including (but not limited to) a wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee’s primary residence.
• Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program.
• We’re committed to fostering a culture that reflects our values to connect, empower, evolve, and inspire. We offer many opportunities for employees to connect with one another, including through our Employee Resource Groups who focus on education and allyship for all of our employees.

GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.

We believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity on the basis of each candidate’s qualifications, experience, and merit, without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. If applying for positions in the U.S., must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit).