Strategic Project Engineer - Entry Level (US)

Siemens Energy; Richland (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Supportive work culture

Health and wellness benefits

Paid time off

401K with company match

Parental leave

Job summary

Siemens Energy in Richland, MS is seeking an entry-level Strategic Project Engineer to support the Operational Excellence team. You will help design and implement engineering-based improvement programs across Manufacturing, Logistics, and Quality, ensuring product and process integrity.

You’ll develop schedules, budgets, and resource plans, coordinate cross-functional workstreams, and drive Lean initiatives such as Kaizen and 5S to enhance shop-floor efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering required.
• 1–2 years in manufacturing/engineering environment.
• Demonstrates initiative, ownership, and a proactive approach in a fast-paced environment.
• Adaptable and resilient in a changing setting.
• Committed to continuous learning and quickly applying new knowledge.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills; proficient with MS Office and AutoDesk CAD.

Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end operational project plans (schedules, budgets, resources).
• Develop detailed designs, specifications, cost estimates, and project controls.
• Monitor progress and risks; resolve issues to minimize delays and ensure on-time delivery.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, contractors, and stakeholders for manufacturing, facility expansion, and shop-floor projects.
• Drive Lean initiatives, Kaizen workshops, and process improvements.
• Support manufacturing operations by developing standards, selecting materials/equipment, and implementing 5S and capacity projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Proactive mindset

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil)

Tools

AutoDesk CAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

A Snapshot of Your Day

We are seeking an entry-level Strategic Project Engineer. This position is in the Operational Excellence Department in Richland, MS reporting to the Switchgear Americas Cluster Operational Excellence Manager. The position is accountable for ensuring product/process integrity for high voltage circuit breakers through the development and implementation of systems that support internal processes such as Manufacturing, Logistics, Engineering, Marketing, EHS, and Quality.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Designing and implementing end-to-end operational project plans for engineering-based initiatives, including schedules, budgets, and resource allocation
• Developing detailed engineering designs, specifications, cost estimates, and project controls to support infrastructure, equipment, and facility projects
• Monitoring project progress and performance against plans, identifying risks, and resolving issues to minimize delays and ensure on-time delivery
• Coordinating cross-functional teams, contractors, and internal stakeholders to execute manufacturing, facility expansion, and shop floor optimization projects
• Driving continuous improvement and manufacturing efficiency by leading Lean initiatives, Kaizen workshops, and process enhancements
• Supporting manufacturing operations by developing standards, selecting materials and equipment, and implementing 5S and capacity enhancement projects

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering required. Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering preferred.
• 1-2 years of previous experience working in a manufacturing and/or engineering environment. Candidates with more experience can be considered.
• Demonstrates initiative, ownership, and a proactive approach in a fast‑paced, evolving environment
• Adaptable and resilient, with the ability to thrive amid changing priorities and business needs
• Committed to continuous learning, with the ability to quickly apply new knowledge and skills
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Windows) and experience using AutoDesk CAD programs

Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.

About The Team

Grid Technologies

Our Grid Technology division enables a reliable, sustainable, and digital grid. The power grid is the backbone of the energy transition. Siemens Energy offers a leading portfolio and solutions in HVDC transmission, grid stabilization and storage, high voltage switchgears and transformers, and digital grid technology.

Who is Siemens Energy?

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company! With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo

Rewards

• Career growth and development opportunities
• Supportive work culture
• Company paid Health and wellness benefits
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays
• 401K savings plan with company match
• Family building benefits & parental leave

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