Sr Project, Principal Engineer (Mechanical) Job

Armstrong World Industries, Inc.; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Armstrong World Industries (AWI) is seeking a Senior/Principal Mechanical Project Engineer in Lancaster, PA to lead major capital projects for manufacturing equipment and processes. You will collaborate with manufacturing, Innovation, NPD, plant staff and external vendors to deliver on time, within budget and with safe, reliable operation.

The ideal candidate brings strong mechanical engineering expertise, cross-functional leadership, and experience guiding projects from concept to startup, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 5–7 years of project planning and execution experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams including engineering, maintenance, operations, external vendors.
• Experience with SAP and other ERP systems; capital project estimating and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute major capital projects, ensuring delivery to cost, schedule, safety and performance objectives.
• Specify production equipment and partner with vendors to design, procure, install and commission assets for new and existing production lines.
• Support capital projects from concept development through installation, commissioning and startup.
• Investigate equipment and process issues, perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to improve reliability.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Project leadership

Project management

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Hands-on manufacturing

Continuous improvement

Mentoring

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

EIT/PE certification preferred

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Primary location: Lancaster, Pennsylvania Relocation offered: No Employment status: Full-Time Travel: 26%-50% Non-compete: No Location: Lancaster, Pennsylvania The estimated base salary range for this role is $105,000 to $132,000 per year. Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience and other relevant factors (salary may be adjusted based on geographic location) Sr. / Principal Project Engineer (Mechanical) Armstrong World Industries (AWI) has a job opportunity for a Senior/Principal Mechanical Project Engineer in Lancaster, PA. The Senior/Principal Mechanical Project Engineer will be responsible for leading and executing projects relating to manufacturing equipment and processes. Additionally, the Senior/Principal Mechanical Project Engineer will have the opportunity to work closely with various teams within the organization, including AWI’s manufacturing, Innovation, New Product Development, plant and operations staff, along with 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
• engineering best practices
• 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 concept and project updates
• Hands‑on approach with the ability to work effectively in active manufacturing environments
• Strong focus on:
• safety
• reliability
• lifecycle asset performance
• continuous improvement
• 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
• Engineer in Training (EIT) and / or Professional Engineer (PE) certification
• Experience developing and managing:
• project cost estimates
• capital budgets
• 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

• Bachelor’s degree in:
• Mechanical Engineering
• or equivalent engineering discipline required
• 5–7 years of project planning and execution experience within manufacturing or industrial environments required
• Experience leading cross‑functional teams including:
• engineering
• maintenance
• operations
• external vendors
• Hands‑on experience supporting:
• equipment installation
• construction
• commissioning
• manufacturing start‑up activities
• Experience with:
• SAP
• ERP systems
• capital project estimating
• cost control
• Strong project management experience required
• 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

Why should you join Armstrong World Industries?

Armstrong World Industries (AWI) is an Americas leader in the design and manufacture of innovative interior and exterior architectural applications including ceilings, specialty walls and exterior metal solutions. With approximately $1.4 billion in revenue, AWI has about 3,700 employees and a manufacturing network of 21 facilities in North America. At home, at work, in healthcare facilities, classrooms, stores, or restaurants, we offer interior solutions that help to enhance comfort, save time, improve building efficiency and overall performance, and create beautiful spaces. For more than 160 years, we have built our business on trust and integrity. It set us apart then, and it sets us apart now, along with our ability to collaborate with and innovate for the people we're here to serve - our customers, our shareholders, our communities and our employees. We are committed to developing new and sustainable architectural solutions, with design and performance possibilities that make a positive difference in spaces where we live, work, learn, heal and play. It’s an exciting, rewarding business to be in, and we're committed to continue to grow and prosper for the benefit of all of our stakeholders. We hope you join us. Our Sustainability Ambition "Bringing our Purpose to Life" - lead a transformation in the design and building of spaces fit for today and tomorrow. We are committed to:

• Engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce;
• Transforming buildings from structures that shelter into structures that serve and preserve the health and well-being of people and planet;
• Pursuing sustainable, innovative solutions for spaces where we live, work, learn heal and play;
• Being a catalyst for change with all of our stakeholders; and
• Making a positive difference in the environments and communities we impact.

About the location (Lancaster PA)

Lancaster, PA. A great central location in South Central Pennsylvania, Lancaster is ideally situated for easy access to major metropolitan cities such as Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington DC, and New York City. Lancaster offers a vibrant arts and entertainment community with wonderful historic sites, B&Bs, museums, great shopping, entertainment venues and restaurants. Armstrong is committed to engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce. As part of our dedication to diversity, AWI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and 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. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at by email at AWI talent acquisition and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Come and build your future with us and apply today!