Senior Project Engineer

CPS, Inc.; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

CPS, Inc. in Jacksonville, FL seeks an Engineering Manager to lead critical engineering programs for maximum facility reliability and ISO 9001 quality system support.

You will drive capital project execution, manage the capital budget, and oversee contractor programs while promoting continuous infrastructure improvements. Responsibilities include capital planning oversight, budget management, PSM contractor program coordination, downtime analytics, and providing high-level technical engineering

Responsibilities

• Oversee capital planning and ensure projects finish on schedule and within budget.
• Direct the capital budget, cash flow forecasting, and project close-out.
• Manage the PSM contractor program and coordinate onsite contractors for safety and compliance.
• Partner with plant leadership to analyze downtime and drive reliability initiatives.
• Provide technical expertise to optimize unit operations and support quality systems.

Job description

The Engineering Manager reports directly to the Plant Manager and is responsible for developing, implementing, and measuring critical engineering programs to maximize facility reliability. This leadership role drives capital project execution, manages the capital budget, and oversees contractor programs while supporting the plant’s ISO 9001 quality management system through continuous infrastructure improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Capital Project Leadership: Oversee the capital planning process and execute the capital plan to ensure all projects are completed on schedule and within budget.
• Financial Management: Direct the capital budget, manage cash flow forecasting for project expenditures, and oversee the formal closing of completed projects.
• Process Safety & Compliance: Manage the overall PSM contractor program and coordinate onsite contractors to ensure strict alignment with facility safety and regulatory standards.
• Continuous Improvement: Partner with plant leadership to analyze downtime metrics and champion engineering initiatives that enhance overall plant reliability and equipment performance.
• Technical Oversight: Provide high-level technical and engineering expertise to optimize unit operations and support long-term plant quality systems.