Senior Project Engineer/Manager

MAU Workforce Solutions; Blacksburg (SC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

MAU Workforce Solutions is hiring a Senior Project Engineer/Manager for our client in Blacksburg, SC. The role leads capital and improvement projects to support safety, quality, and environmental objectives in a chemical manufacturing facility.

This is a direct-hire opportunity. Responsibilities include managing scopes, budgets, schedules, and cross-functional teams; ensuring compliance with codes and safety standards; and delivering projects from design through startup.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering as listed.
• 8–10 years of engineering experience in chemical/industrial manufacturing.
• Proven experience managing capital projects from design through startup.

Responsibilities

• Lead capital, infrastructure, process improvement, and reliability projects from conception through completion.
• Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, resource plans, and execution strategies.
• Coordinate engineering design, procurement, contractor management, and commissioning.
• Prepare project status reports for site leadership and stakeholders.
• Ensure designs comply with codes, standards, and company practices.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Budgeting

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related engineering discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

MAU is hiring a Senior Project Engineer/Manager for our client in Blacksburg, SC. As a Senior Project Engineer/Manager, you will lead, manage, and execute capital and improvement projects that support the operational, safety, quality, environmental, and business objectives of a chemical manufacturing facility. This is a direct-hire opportunity.

Benefits Package

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 8–10 years of engineering experience in chemical manufacturing, petrochemical, specialty chemicals, polymers, industrial manufacturing, or a related process industry.
• Proven experience managing capital projects from design through startup.
• Demonstrated experience with process equipment, manufacturing systems, and industrial utilities.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Experience working in a Process Safety Management (PSM) environment.

General Requirements

• Strong understanding of chemical manufacturing processes and industrial operations.
• Knowledge of project management principles, engineering standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with:
• Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs)
• Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
• Process Hazard Analysis methodologies
• Management of Change (MOC)
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
• Capital project budgeting and financial analysis
• Equipment specification and procurement
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.

Essential Functions

• Lead capital, infrastructure, process improvement, and reliability projects from conception through completion.
• Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, resource plans, and project execution strategies.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring alignment with site priorities and business objectives.
• Monitor project progress, identify project risks, and implement mitigation strategies to maintain schedules and budgets.
• Coordinate engineering design, procurement activities, contractor management, construction oversight, commissioning, and startup activities.
• Prepare and present project status reports to site leadership and stakeholders.
• Provide technical expertise in chemical manufacturing processes, equipment, and systems.
• Evaluate and recommend process improvements that enhance safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance.
• Lead process design reviews, hazard analyses, and technical risk assessments.
• Ensure engineering designs comply with applicable codes, standards, regulations, and company engineering practices.
• Support troubleshooting efforts related to production processes, utilities, and equipment performance.
• Review and approve engineering drawings, specifications, calculations, and technical documentation.
• Develop capital expenditure requests and business case justifications.
• Prepare project cost estimates, financial analyses, and return-on-investment evaluations.
• Manage project budgets and maintain financial accountability throughout project execution.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiencies.
• Champion a strong safety culture and ensure all projects comply with company safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in Process Safety Management (PSM) activities, Management of Change (MOC) processes, Process Hazard Analyses (PHA), and Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR).
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, environmental permits, and other applicable regulations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on process efficiency, asset reliability, energy reduction, waste minimization, and sustainability.
• Utilize Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis, and Reliability Excellence methodologies where applicable.
• Identify emerging technologies and best practices that improve manufacturing performance.
• Serve as a mentor and technical resource for engineers, technicians, and operations personnel.
• Foster strong working relationships across departments to achieve project and operational goals.
• Lead cross-functional project teams and facilitate effective communication among stakeholders.
• Manage relationships with engineering firms, equipment suppliers, contractors, and consultants.

Working Conditions

• Work in a chemical manufacturing facility.
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), Quality, Procurement, and external contractors throughout the project lifecycle.

Physical Demands

• Sit up to 50% of the workday.
• Stand while working up to 50% of the workday.
• Move throughout the plant up to 25% of the workday.
• Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance up to 10% of the workday.
• Walk stairs or use ladders up to 10% of the workday.
• Bend or stoop up to 10% of the workday.
• Maintain visual acuity sufficient to read printed materials and computer screens as required.
• Demonstrate the cognitive ability to make decisions, reason, and understand information as required.

MAU Workforce Solutions is an innovative global company with extensive experience providing solutions for success in staffing, recruiting, technology and outsourcing to our clients, employees, and applicants. Headquartered in Augusta, GA since 1973, MAU is a family and minority-owned company offering better processes and better people to create efficiencies and greater profits for our clients. Our relationships with world-class companies, our training programs and our culture of family allow MAU to offer better results, better jobs, and better lives to those who work with us.

All Applicants must submit to background check and drug screening

Disclaimer: This job description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position