Sr. / Principal Project Engineer (Mechanical) Job

Armstrong DLW GmbH; Lancaster (Lancaster County); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Armstrong World Industries in Lancaster, Pennsylvania is looking for a Senior/Principal Mechanical Project Engineer to lead projects related to manufacturing. You'll collaborate with various teams to enhance operational performance and reliability.

The ideal candidate should hold a Mechanical Engineering degree with 5-7 years of experience in project planning and execution. Responsibilities include leading capital projects, applying engineering principles, and supporting manufacturing processes.

A hands-on approach and strong communication skills are essential, along with a willingness to travel up to 50% of the time.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of project planning and execution experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams including maintenance and operations.
• Hands-on experience supporting construction and manufacturing start-up activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute major capital projects with strict performance objectives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet customer requirements.
• Drive process improvements through Agile and Lean methodologies.

Skills

Mechanical engineering knowledge

Project management

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Ability to mentor engineers

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

SAP

Lean manufacturing tools

Job description

Company: Armstrong World Industries

Primary location: Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Relocation offered: No

Employment status: Full-Time

Travel: 26%-50%

Work from home: Yes

The estimated base salary range for this role is $105,000 to $115,000 per year. Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience and other relevant factors (salary may be adjusted based on geographic location).

Senior/Principal Mechanical Project Engineer

Senior/Principal Mechanical Project Engineer will be responsible for leading and executing projects relating to manufacturing equipment and processes in Lancaster, PA. The role collaborates with AWI’s manufacturing, Innovation, New Product Development, plant and operations staff, and outside suppliers.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead and execute major capital projects, ensuring delivery to established cost, schedule, safety, and performance objectives
• Specify production equipment and partner directly with vendors to:
  • Design
  • Procure
  • Install
  • Commission assets for new and existing production lines
• Support capital projects from concept development through installation, commissioning, and start‑up
• Investigate equipment and process issues, perform root‑cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to improve operational reliability and performance
• Apply mechanical engineering and precision maintenance principles to support safe, reliable, and efficient manufacturing operations
• Participate as a key member of cross‑functional project teams across engineering, maintenance, operations, and external vendors
• Drive rapid and sustainable process improvements through participation in Lean and Agile initiatives
• Mentor and develop engineers and maintenance personnel on:
  • Technical standards
  • Precision maintenance principles
• Support plant reliability initiatives, asset condition programs, and other corporate operational improvement efforts
• Collaborate closely with plant engineering, operations, maintenance, and business stakeholders to meet customer and operational requirements
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to less‑experienced engineers across plant and corporate engineering teams
• Support project estimating, capital budgeting, cost tracking, and project financial management activities

What Will Make You Successful

• Strong mechanical engineering knowledge with hands‑on manufacturing and industrial project experience
• Proven ability to successfully lead capital projects from planning through execution and start‑up
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Excellent problem‑solving and root‑cause analysis capabilities
• Ability to collaborate effectively across engineering, maintenance, operations, vendors, and leadership teams
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to clearly communicate technical concepts and project updates
• Hands‑on approach with the ability to work effectively in active manufacturing environments
• Strong focus on:
  • Safety
  • Reliability
  • Lifecycle asset performance
• Ability to mentor and develop less‑experienced engineers and technical personnel
• Adaptability and willingness to travel to support project execution across multiple locations

What Makes You Stand Out

• Experience leading large‑scale capital projects within manufacturing or industrial environments
• Strong knowledge of precision maintenance and reliability‑centered maintenance principles
• Experience supporting equipment installation, construction, commissioning, and manufacturing start‑up activities
• Lean Practitioner certification or demonstrated experience utilizing Lean manufacturing tools
• Experience developing and managing:
  • Cost control initiatives
  • Experience preparing and reviewing equipment and construction specifications
• Strong background working with SAP or similar ERP systems
• Experience working in cross‑functional engineering and operations environments
• Ability to drive process improvements through Agile and Lean methodologies
• Proven ability to mentor engineering and maintenance teams on technical best practices

Qualifications

• Mechanical Engineering degree
• 5–7 years of project planning and execution experience within manufacturing or industrial environments
• Experience leading cross‑functional teams including maintenance and operations
• Hands‑on experience supporting construction and manufacturing start‑up activities
• Experience with SAP, ERP systems, cost control
• Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to multiple audiences
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 50% based on project needs
• EIT and/or PE certification preferred
• Lean Practitioner certification or Lean manufacturing experience preferred

Armstrong World Industries (AWI) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard for race, sex, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. AWI is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please contact AWI Talent Acquisition by email.