Senior Project Engineer

Veracity Ventures Inc.; Hazleton (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Paid time off

Relocation bonus

Job summary

Veracity Ventures Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to own the technical and commercial execution of large, complex investment projects.

You will lead cross-functional teams, manage scope and budget, and coordinate with plant managers and business leaders to ensure alignment and successful project outcomes. The role requires 5+ years of engineering experience in industrial settings, a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, and the ability to travel 50–75% to multiple sites, including

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required; Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical.
• 5+ years of engineering experience in industrial or manufacturing environments.
• Strong project management skills with projects up to $20M.
• Leadership and ability to interface at all levels; drive a team to milestones.
• Willingness to travel 50–75% and manage on-site and remote collaborations.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical and commercial aspects of large, complex capital projects.
• Manage scope, budget, schedule, deliverables, and reporting.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Self-directed

Stakeholder communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Relocation bonus

Senior Project Engineer

Locations: Scottsboro, AL | Milan, OH | Hazleton, PA | Littleton, CO | Fernley, NV

Full Time Travel: 50% - 75% of time

Summary

The Senior Project Engineer is accountable for all technical and commercial aspects of large and complex investment projects. Execution will be completed safely, timely, on budget and per the agreed scope and functionality. Cooperates and communicates actively with the project stakeholders such as plant managers and business leaders to ensure alignment in all stages of the project. The typical budget is $1M to $20M, and consists of various unit operations including material handling, abatement systems, utilities and electrical controls.

Your Day to Day

(1) Project Leadership & Execution

• - Lead all technical and commercial aspects of large, complex capital projects
• - Manage project scope, budget, schedule, deliverables, execution, and reporting
• - Deliver projects safely, on time, within budget, and to agreed scope and functionality
• - Oversee multiple projects concurrently and drive them to successful completion

(2) Engineering & Design

• - Develop project scopes, specifications, schedules, and investment-grade cost estimates for multi-discipline projects
• - Perform mechanical and/or electrical detail engineering
• - Ensure all designs meet requirements for safety, quality, functionality, and cost-effectiveness
• - Design safe processes and equipment with a strong focus on ergonomics and hazard elimination
• - Apply lean manufacturing principles to all aspects of design

(3) Procurement & Contractor Management

• - Develop technical specifications and contracts for equipment and services
• - Prepare bid packages, evaluate supplier proposals, and recommend vendor selection
• - Manage suppliers, contractors, and external engineering firms both on-site and remotely
• - Partner with Project Engineering leadership to evaluate and select engineering service providers

(4) Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

• - Collaborate with plant managers, business leaders, and cross-functional teams
• - Lead a project team including plant personnel, discipline engineers, procurement, and external partners
• - Provide regular updates to the project steering team, including options, risks, and recommendations
• - Maintain clear communication regarding project status, issues, and changes

(5) Project Controls & Compliance

• - Ensure compliance with technical specifications, contracts, and company standards
• - Enforce all safety and environmental policies, driving a zero-incident culture
• - Develop acceptance criteria and ensure successful project validation and signoff
• - Prepare, maintain, and archive all project documentation

(6) Continuous Improvement & Support

• - Identify and implement automation and product packaging improvements
• - Support process, maintenance, and production teams in resolving equipment and process issues
• - Deliver training to maintenance and operations teams on new systems and processes

What You Bring to the Team

• - Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical)
• - 5+ years of engineering experience in industrial or manufacturing environments
• - Strong project management skills with projects up to $20M
• - Leadership skills
• - Works with limited guidance, effectively self-directed, both independently and in a team environment
• - Ability to interface at all levels of the organization, both internally and externally
• - Supervises/Leads individuals or a project team to achieve milestones and objectives by setting priorities and providing direction. Will provide feedback for performance evaluations.
• - Experience managing contractors and sub-contractors, including bid process
• - Solid knowledge in contract design and legal requirements
• - Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• - Proficient in project scheduling software (MS Project, Primavera)
• - Exposure to SAP systems a plus
• - Heavy travel required (50%-75%)

Skills and Certifications

• - Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• - Project Management skills with projects up to $20M