Project Engineer – Lean, NPD & Process Improvement

Batesville; Batesville, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Batesville in Batesville, IN seeks a Project Engineer to drive multi-site projects, delivering cost reductions and process improvements across the supply chain. You’ll support safety, quality, cost and delivery while leading NPD initiatives to expand the product portfolio.

The role requires a Bachelor's in engineering with 3–5 years of related experience and strong analytical, communication and Lean/Six Sigma skills. Travel up to 30% is expected; competitive base salary is provided.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree with 3–5 years of related experience.
• Ability to manage multi-site projects and lead change.
• Experience with project management in manufacturing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with Lean and Six Sigma.
• Proficient with MS Excel, Word, Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Act as project manager for strategic sourcing, product redesign and process improvement projects.
• Collaborates with cross-functional team to implement New Product Development projects.
• Organize, develop and execute project timelines and deliverables.
• Present and manage product and process change proposals.
• Make recommendations regarding specifications for parts/products.
• Conduct trials and tests to support approval of products and processes.
• Prepare capital funds requests with guidance and manage capital projects and budgets.
• Identify opportunities for improvements in products or processes.
• Lead benchmarking opportunities and idea generation events.
• Understand and apply design and engineering principles.
• Read and develop part prints; design and source new parts.
• Assure system and product quality by testing methods.
• Demonstrates analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Participate in Lean events and follow Lean practices.
• Perform supplier audits and aid with quality issue resolution.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Project management

Communication skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

JD Edwards

Job description

Batesville in Batesville, IN seeks a Project Engineer to drive multi-site projects, delivering cost reductions and process improvements across the supply chain. You’ll support safety, quality, cost and delivery while leading NPD initiatives to expand the product portfolio.

The role requires a Bachelor's in engineering with 3–5 years of related experience and strong analytical, communication and Lean/Six Sigma skills. Travel up to 30% is expected; competitive base salary is provided.