Project Engineer, Manufacturing

Otis Worldwide Corporation; Florence, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Otis Worldwide Corporation in Florence, SC is seeking a Project Engineer, Manufacturing to provide advanced manufacturing engineering support, drive process optimization, and lead equipment implementation for the Florence facility.

You will collaborate across production, quality, maintenance, supply chain, and engineering teams to improve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost performance while leading continuous improvement initiatives and supporting new product introductions.

Qualifications

• Provide advanced manufacturing engineering support at Florence facility.
• Lead strategic process optimization and new product introduction.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to improve safety, quality, cost, and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Ensure processes meet safety, quality, productivity, and uptime goals.
• Lead root cause analysis and 8D problem solving.
• Oversee engineering changes and process updates with minimal disruption.
• Design robust processes emphasizing lean principles.
• Support product introductions and cost-reduction programs.
• Collaborate with maintenance, quality, and operations to resolve issues.
• Manage project portfolios and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Train production personnel during changes and launches.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering

Project leadership

Lean manufacturing

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

BS/BA in Engineering

Mechanical/Industrial preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

3D modeling

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-05 Country: United States of America Location: OT541: TFP - Florence, SC 1500 Otis Way, Florence, SC, 29501 USA

Would you like to join a truly international, talent driven company that values Safety, Ethics, Quality, Innovation and Employee Opportunity? Otis is seeking a Project Engineer, Manufacturing to join our team in Florence, SC.

In this role, you will provide advanced manufacturing engineering support for the Florence manufacturing facility, leading strategic initiatives related to process optimization, equipment implementation, capacity expansion, and new product introduction. Working independently, you will drive measurable improvements in safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost performance.

As a key technical resource, you will collaborate cross-functionally with production, quality, maintenance, supply chain, testing, and engineering teams to enhance manufacturing operations and support business objectives.

On a typical day you will:

• Ensures manufacturing processes achieve safety, quality, productivity, and uptime objectives.
• Leads root cause analysis and corrective actions utilizing 8D methodology with closure targets achieved within established timelines.
• Oversees flawless implementation of engineering changes, CNs, and manufacturing process updates with minimal production disruption.
• Designs and sustains robust manufacturing processes emphasizing safety, ergonomics, quality, efficiency, and Lean principles.
• Supports certification of production yields, new product introductions, and cost reduction programs in conformance with company objectives.
• Works closely with manufacturing engineering, quality, maintenance, testing, CNC programming, and operations teams to resolve technical issues and improve performance.
• Maintains project portfolios and leads continuous improvement initiatives supporting annual productivity and cost-reduction objectives.
• Plans, coordinates, trains, and supports production personnel during process changes, equipment implementations, and new product launches.
• Provides technical support for plant layout, equipment procurement, automation projects, equipment upgrades, and feasibility studies.
• Identifies and implements improvements in processing efficiencies, capacity, energy consumption, safety, environmental performance, and operational effectiveness.

What you will need to be successful:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (BS/BA).
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or industrial engineering preferred.
• 3+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience with demonstrated project leadership and implementation responsibility preferred.
• Proven experience leading projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and value stream mapping.
• AutoCAD and 3D modeling experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization to drive change and continuous improvement.

Additional Comments: Given the nature of the position, applicants must have authorization to work in the U.S. now and in the future without sponsorship.

What we offer:

• We offer a 401(k) plan with a generous company match and an automatic retirement contribution for your future financial security from day one of your employment.
• You and your eligible dependents will receive comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.
• Enjoy three weeks of paid vacation, along with paid company holidays.
• We provide paid sick leave, employee assistance, and wellness incentive programs to support your well-being.
• Life insurance and disability coverage to protect you and your family.
• Voluntary benefits, including options for legal, pet, home, and auto insurance.
• We offer generous birth/adoption and parental leave benefits, as well as adoption assistance, to support growing families.
• Pursue your educational goals with our tuition reimbursement program.
• Recognize and be recognized! We celebrate service anniversaries and offer spot performance bonus opportunities to show our appreciation.
• If you live in a city, chances are we will give you a lift or play a role in keeping you moving every day.

Otis is the world’s leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation, and service company. We move 2.4 billion people every day and maintain approximately 2.4 million customer units worldwide, the industry's largest Service portfolio.

You may recognize our products in some of the world’s most famous landmarks including the Eiffel Tower, Empire State Building, Burj Khalifa, and the Petronas Twin Towers!

We are 72,000 people strong, including engineers, digital technology experts, sales, and functional specialists, as well as factory and field technicians, all committed to meeting the diverse needs of our customers and passengers in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide.

We are proud to be a diverse, global team with a proven legacy of innovation that continues to be the bedrock of a fast-moving, high-performance company.

When you join Otis, you become part of an innovative global industry leader with a resilient business model.

You’ll belong to a diverse, trusted, and caring community where your contributions, and the skills and capabilities you’ll gain working alongside the best and brightest, keep us connected and on the cutting edge.

We provide opportunities, training, and resources, that build leadership and capabilities in Sales, Field, Engineering and Major Projects and our Employee Scholar Program is a notable point of pride, through which Otis sponsors colleagues to pursue degrees or certification programs.

Today, our focus more than ever is on people. As a global, people-powered company, we put people – passengers, customers, and colleagues – at the center of everything we do.

We are guided by our values that we call our Three Absolutes – prioritizing Safety, Ethics, Quality in all that we do.

Otis is An Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other protected class according to applicable law.

To request an accommodation in completing an employment application due to a special need or a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].

We go to great lengths to hire and develop the best people, and offer a supportive environment where employees are motivated and empowered to perform at their full potential.

Today, we continue pushing the boundaries of what's possible to thrive in a taller, faster, smarter world.