Project Manager I

Komline; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Komline, based in Rockford, IL, seeks a Project Engineer I to lead customer-facing project coordination for water and wastewater equipment. You will guide the project from order receipt to startup, ensuring adherence to specifications and schedules.

The role requires strong organization, communication, and problem-solving skills, with experience in fabrication projects within industrial settings. The position supports growth and on-site collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, project management, or related technical field.
• Relevant experience managing fabrication/equipment projects in industrial or manufacturing settings.
• Strong understanding of project management principles: scheduling, budgeting, scope/change control.
• Proven ability to establish accountabilities, maintain clear communication, and manage cross-functional teams.
• Experience with make/buy decisions, external vendor coordination, and logistics for industrial equipment.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee projects from purchase order receipt through product delivery and startup, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and internal processes.
• Serve as the internal point of contact for customers to ensure seamless communication.
• Interpret purchase orders, establish requirements matrices, and verify specifications (material, electrical, coatings, etc.).
• Review and interpret customer specifications and manage submittals.
• Develop and monitor project schedules aligned with lead-times, fabrication capacity, and service availability.
• Lead decisions on make-versus-buy and manage externally fabricated equipment and logistics.

Skills

Project management

Scheduling

Budgeting

Cross-functional teams

Make/buy decisions

Vendor coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Rockford, IL, US

As a pioneering leader in advanced separation technologies, Komline has established a global reputation for engineering excellence. Through our combination of innovative design, cutting‑edge manufacturing capabilities, and decades of industry experience, we consistently deliver the highest quality equipment from our integrated manufacturing facilities. Serving our core markets of Water & Process, Agricultural & Renewables, and Industrials, we pride ourselves on providing comprehensive separation solutions precisely tailored to our clients' requirements. With a strong track record of strategic growth and acquisitions, Komline continues to expand its solution portfolio and technical capabilities while maintaining our commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction.

As part of Komline, Heron Innovators manufactures innovative Suspended Air Flotation (SAF) water and wastewater treatment solutions. Through customized skid‑mounted or standalone SAF systems, Heron Innovators delivers sustainable and cost‑effective solutions that outperform traditional wastewater treatment methods.

The Project Engineer I is the primary customer interface and project coordinator for Komline‑Heron’s innovative water and wastewater treatment solutions. This Project Manager I manages the complete project lifecycle from order receipt through equipment delivery and startup, execution of industrial fabrication projects, and maintenance of strong customer relationships.

Role and Responsibilities

• While adhering to customer requirements and internal processes, oversee projects from purchase order receipt through product delivery and startup
• Be the internal point of contact for customers to ensure seamless communication
• Interpret purchase orders, establish detailed requirements matrixes, and verify specifications (material, electrical, coatings, payment, etc.)
• Review and interpret customer specifications
• Create and issue order confirmations while managing submittals
• Develop and monitor project schedules that are aligned with material lead‑times, fabrication capacity, and service availability
• Lead decisions on make‑versus‑buy and manage externally fabricated equipment (skids, tanks, etc.)
• Coordinate equipment delivery and collaborate with customer teams on installation timelines to enable proper service scheduling
• Manage shipment logistics by tracking delivery and receipt of major equipment
• Evaluate change requests, process change orders, and ensure accurate project cost allocations.
• Oversee and refine internal procedures to streamline project execution and ramp up operational efficiency

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, project management, or related technical field
• Relevant experience managing fabrication/equipment projects in industrial or manufacturing settings
• Strong understanding of project management principles: scheduling, budgeting, scope/change control
• Proven ability to establish accountabilities, maintain clear communication, and manage cross‑functional teams
• Experience with make/buy decisions, external vendor coordination, and logistics for industrial equipment
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)/Materials Requirements Planning (MRP) systems, Microsoft Excel, and project tracking tools

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Komline is an EEO employer – M/F/Vets/Disabled