Project Manager (Machine Safety)

BW Design Group; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Project Manager to lead innovative packaging solutions for the food and beverage sectors. This role offers the opportunity to work with a team of experts, tackling complex challenges while ensuring project delivery aligns with budget and timelines. You will oversee all aspects of project execution, from design to implementation, while fostering strong client relationships. With a commitment to professional growth, this position provides a supportive environment for developing your engineering and leadership skills. Join a company that values integrity, respect, and the success of its team members.

Benefits

Professional Development Resources

Flexible Work Environment

Mentorship Programs

Career Path Resources

Qualifications

• 7+ years of project engineering/management experience in packaging systems.
• Strong leadership and communication skills required for client interaction.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and installation of packaging lines for food and beverage industries.
• Manage project execution, vendor relations, and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Project Management

Engineering Leadership

Communication Skills

Client Relationship Management

Continuous Improvement

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

B.S. in Chemical Engineering

Tools

CAD Software

Safety Compliance Tools

Job description

When you join Design Group as a Project Manager, you are joining a team that will challenge you and position you for growth. In this role, you will work with a team of industry experts to help the world’s leading companies solve their most difficult problems. You will join our Packaging Engineering Practice and partner with seasoned leaders, technical specialists, and subject matter experts to deliver the highest quality solutions to our clients with consistency and accuracy.

What You’ll Do

As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading the design, integration, installation, and start-up of packaging lines for food and beverage industries. As a PM you will provide engineering leadership experience and a solid working understanding of process, utility, packaging systems, drafting (CAD), controls, equipment procurement, installation, training, and start-up. Qualified candidates will have a proven track record delivering projects on budget & schedule, managing complex scopes, managing client interaction & expectations, supervising contractors and being able to identify & help develop new business opportunities.

The vision for this role is to support machine safety projects across all markets that Design Group supports. We have an established Machine Safety Program that can deliver a complete machine safety solution for our clients. Our solution can include all aspects of a safety life cycle including assessments, safety standard/specification creation, detailed safety design, safety hardware procurement, safety circuit verification, mechanical guarding, implementation/integration, contractor management, project management and safety validation.

Responsibilities:

• Be accountable for all aspects of project execution including line layout engineering, mechanical design, vendor/contractor management, equipment procurement, schedule management, project finances, site management and installation support.
• Define the required scope of supply for machine safety compliance and implement safety life cycle solutions from risk assessments through installation and safety validation.
• Lead the packaging line design, integration, installation and start-up of capital projects, including estimation, justification, budget, schedule, design, implementation, acquisition, installation, start-up, troubleshooting, and documentation.
• Develop equipment design and specifications, design of equipment support systems, and bid analyses.
• Lead communications with vendors (OEM’s) and contractors to implement “cutting edge” automation solutions.
• Provide engineering solutions for continuous improvement objectives using industry standard tools and procedures (Change Control, ROI, etc).
• Evaluate existing packaging operations, and suggest and drive projects to provide immediate ROI and improve productivity.
• Identify and specify required tooling and/or packaging equipment for projects within designated timelines.
• Develop, maintain and grow solid client relationships.

What You’ll Bring:

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent technical degree
• Minimum 7 years of project engineering/management experience with packaging systems and/or manufacturing automation applications.
• Experience in the food, beverage, household products or personal care industries strongly preferred.
• Experience in supporting and/or implementing machine safety solutions strongly preferred. That experience can come from supporting projects/programs or through completing industry recognized machine safety certifications (i.e. CMSE - Certified Machinery Safety Expert, FS Technician / Engineer (TÜV Rheinland) – Machinery).
• Excellent engineering and leadership skills as well as the ability to simultaneously organize, and successfully execute multiple project responsibilities.
• Highly effective communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to interact within both engineering and operational environments with both clients, and suppliers.
• Ability to develop, maintain and grow solid client relationships.
• Willing and able to travel as necessary for project requirements to include but not be limited to: project installation and start-up activities, client meetings, company sponsored meetings, trainings, industry related seminars, forums, or conventions.

Our culture and commitment to our people is what sets us apart. We foster an environment of mutual respect, integrity, and unconditional interest in the individual and collective success of our professionals. Our model and entrepreneurial mindset offer a rewarding, challenging, and highly flexible path. As a Project Manager, you will build a meaningful and fulfilling career with the support of professional development resources and mentorships including our First Year Experience program, Individual Development Plans, and Career Path resources and tools. You will be surrounded by exceptional talent who will support your development as both a world-class engineer and a highly effective leader.