Project Optimization Engineer

JMJ Phillip Group; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

JMJ Phillip Group is seeking a Project Optimization Engineer to enhance project performance, streamline processes, and support engineering and operations initiatives in La Vergne, TN. The role centers on data analysis, process improvements, and cross-functional collaboration to improve efficiency, quality, cost, and delivery.

The ideal candidate will have a technical degree and strong analytical skills, with experience in project engineering and process improvement methodologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Industrial Engineering, Project Management, or related field.
• Experience in project engineering, process improvement, operations, or related technical environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with project management and process-improvement methodologies.
• Ability to analyze data and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management or analytical software.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Analyze project performance, workflows, and resource utilization to identify improvement opportunities.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve project efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Monitor project metrics and identify potential risks or performance gaps.
• Support project teams in developing and implementing corrective actions.
• Evaluate existing processes and identify opportunities to eliminate waste and improve productivity.
• Develop standardized processes, tools, and best practices.
• Apply data-driven approaches to improve operational performance.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across projects and operations.
• Support project planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and execution.
• Track project milestones, deliverables, costs, and performance indicators.
• Identify potential schedule, resource, and technical issues and recommend solutions.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure objectives are achieved.
• Collect and analyze project and operational data to identify trends and opportunities.
• Develop reports, dashboards, and performance metrics for stakeholders.
• Present findings and recommendations to project and management teams.
• Use analytical tools to support informed decision-making.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

We are seeking a Project Optimization Engineer to improve project performance, streamline processes, and support the successful execution of engineering and operational initiatives. This role will analyze project data, identify opportunities for improvement, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency, quality, cost, and delivery.

Position Responsibilities

Project Optimization

• Analyze project performance, workflows, and resource utilization to identify improvement opportunities.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve project efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Monitor project metrics and identify potential risks or performance gaps.
• Support project teams in developing and implementing corrective actions.

Process Improvement

• Evaluate existing processes and identify opportunities to eliminate waste and improve productivity.
• Develop standardized processes, tools, and best practices.
• Apply data-driven approaches to improve operational performance.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across projects and operations.

Project Planning & Execution

• Support project planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and execution.
• Track project milestones, deliverables, costs, and performance indicators.
• Identify potential schedule, resource, and technical issues and recommend solutions.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure objectives are achieved.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Collect and analyze project and operational data to identify trends and opportunities.
• Develop reports, dashboards, and performance metrics for stakeholders.
• Present findings and recommendations to project and management teams.
• Use analytical tools to support informed decision-making.

Prerequisites

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Industrial Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
• Experience in project engineering, process improvement, operations, or a related technical environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with project management and process improvement methodologies.
• Ability to analyze data and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management or analytical software.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines.

Certifications (Preferred, but not Required)

• Project Management Professional (PMP).
• Lean Six Sigma certification.
• Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Relevant engineering, operations, or project management certifications.

What the Role Offers

• Salary: $90,000-$110,000 annually
• Opportunity to optimize projects and improve operational performance.
• Exposure to engineering, project management, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Cross-functional collaboration with technical and operational teams.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Why La Vergne?

La Vergne offers a strong environment for engineering, manufacturing, logistics, and operational professionals. Its access to major transportation networks and diverse industrial activity provides opportunities for project optimization professionals to support complex operations, improve efficiency, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.