Project Engineer III

System One; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

System One is seeking a Project Engineer III in Savannah, GA to lead capital projects from concept through commissioning onsite. You will drive design scopes, cost estimates, and capital Justifications while coordinating internal teams and external contractors to meet safety, schedule, and budget targets.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering and 5+ years of manufacturing or roofing/building products experience, with strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering required.
• 5+ years experience in manufacturing or roofing/building products.
• Ability to manage as lead engineer across maintenance, operations, and process management.
• Proven track record delivering projects within budget, scope, and downtime constraints.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute capital projects across lifecycle, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget.
• Define, design, and manage installations with detailed scopes and cost justifications.
• Provide technical analysis and recommend process/equipment modifications for improvements.
• Serve as primary technical resource for design, engineering, coordination, commissioning, and startup tasks.
• Manage internal maintenance and external contractors during project execution and support new product/systems development.
• Provide plant engineering support to Production and Maintenance and lead troubleshooting.

Skills

Project management

Capital project execution

Engineering analysis

Multi-disciplinary coordination

G Suite

Safety compliance

Vendor/contractor management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD (Autodesk)

Job description

Job Title: Project Engineer III

Location: Savannah, GA

Type: Contract

Compensation: $50.00 - $60.00/hr.

Work Model: Onsite

Hours: 40-50 hours

Schedule: 8am-5pm

Overview

Our client is looking for a Project Engineer who will be responsible for maintaining excellence in developing, executing and controlling assigned projects to achieve plant goals. Through expert application of engineering techniques and principles, the incumbent will conduct analyses and investigations pertaining to construction of new facilities and enhancements for existing facilities to optimize productive capability of the plant. We encourage the Project Engineer to make sound recommendations, considering such factors as cost, maintainability, facility of production and availability of materials and equipment with emphasis on safety and optimum performance. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, highly adaptive and capable of managing multiple engineering assignments.

Responsibilities

• 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, recommending process/equipment modifications, and resolving routine operational issues.
• 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.
• Develop, implement, and maintain thorough engineering standards for project execution, equipment, design, safety, and cost control.
• Actively promote and enforce safety initiatives, policies, and best practices related to equipment operation and maintenance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical) required
• 5+ years experience, preferably in manufacturing or roofing/building products
• Ability to work as a multi-disciplinary project manager, supervise as a lead engineer, and provide expertise in maintenance, operations, and process management
• Proven track record in managing projects within budget, scope, and downtime constraints
• Thorough knowledge of computer software and G Suite
• Knowledge of OSHA, general industry, and environmental compliance
• Strong communication skills—written, verbal, and listening
• Advanced analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail
• Technical problem-solving skills and hands‑on experience with contractors or internal maintenance
• Proven ability to manage multi-disciplinary projects
• Preferred engineering experience with integrated design environments (OEMs or consultants)
• Application knowledge of manufacturing concepts, practices, and procedures
• Ability to read/interpret specifications and drawings
• Proficiency with root cause analysis and structured troubleshooting methods
• Exposure to process hazard analysis and safety management
• Advanced knowledge of multi-disciplinary engineering fundamentals
• Design drafting experience with CAD, preferably Autodesk products (preferred)

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.