Project Engineer - Plastics Manufacturing (Injection Molding & Extrusion)

ZipRecruiter; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in manufacturing is seeking a skilled Project Engineer with a strong background in plastics manufacturing. You will lead high-impact engineering projects and drive improvements across facilities. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in a manufacturing environment, especially in injection molding and profile extrusion, and possesses strong project management skills. This role may require flexibility with travel and work hours.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment within the plastics industry.
• Hands-on knowledge of mold processing, troubleshooting, and implementation.
• Familiarity with hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical systems, automation, and PLCs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage capital engineering projects from start to finish.
• Drive improvements by supporting maintenance excellence programs.
• Provide technical leadership in evaluating and implementing new technologies.

Skills

Project management

Technical leadership

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

CAD software

Project management tools

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

The company is seeking a skilled Project Engineer with a strong background in plastics manufacturing, specifically in injection molding and profile extrusion, to lead high-impact engineering projects across our facilities. If you're passionate about innovative process improvement, equipment upgrades, and hands-on project management, this is the opportunity for you.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage capital engineering projects from start to finish, including budgeting, scheduling, performance tracking, and reporting.
• Drive improvements by supporting maintenance excellence programs at multiple production sites.
• Provide technical leadership in evaluating and implementing new technologies, systems, and machinery.
• Conduct vendor assessments and recommend alternative equipment and process solutions.
• Collaborate with local plant teams to identify maintenance skill gaps and support hiring, testing, and training efforts.
• Utilize your expertise to monitor project costs, ensuring they align with approved budgets.
• Be flexible with travel and work hours as needed to meet project milestones (weekends and extended hours may be required).

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical or Plastics Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment within the plastics industry, ideally with experience in injection molding and profile extrusion.
• Proven hands-on knowledge of mold processing, troubleshooting, and implementation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, CAD software, and project management tools.
• Familiarity with hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical systems, automation, and PLCs.
• Strong leadership and project management capabilities with a track record of successful project execution.