Project Engineer III

Project Engineer IIILocation: Savannah, GA Type: Contract Compensation: $50.00 - $60.00/hr. Work Model: Onsite Hours: 40-50 Schedule: 8am-5pmOverview: Our client is looking for a Project Engineer who will be responsible for maintaining excellence in developing, executing and controlling assigned projects to achieve plant goals. Through expert application of engineering techniques and principles, the incumbent will conduct analyses and investigations pertaining to construction of new facilities and enhancements for existing facilities to optimize productive capability of the plant. We encourage the Project Engineer to make sound recommendations, considering such factors as cost, maintainability, facility of production and availability of materials and equipment with emphasis on safety and optimum performance. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, highly adaptive and capable of managing multiple engineering assignments.Responsibilities:Lead and execute capital projects (modifications, improvements, new equipment) across the entire lifecycle, ensuring delivery meets scope, schedule, and budget requirements.Define, design, and manage project installations, including preparing detailed design scopes, cost estimates, and capital expenditure justifications.Drive continuous improvement by providing technical analysis of current best technologies, recommending process/equipment modifications, and resolving routine operational issues.Serve as the primary technical resource for design, detailed engineering, coordination, commissioning, and startup activities for both project and plant engineering initiatives.Manage internal maintenance and external contractors during project execution and support new product/systems development.Provide consistent plant engineering support to Production and Maintenance, leading troubleshooting efforts and serving as the primary resource for complex problem resolution.Develop, implement, and maintain thorough engineering standards for project execution, equipment, design, safety, and cost control.Actively promote and enforce safety initiatives, policies, and best practices related to equipment operation and maintenance.Requirements:Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical) required5+ years experience, preferably in manufacturing or roofing/building productsAbility to work as a multi-disciplinary project manager, supervise as a lead engineer, and provide expertise in maintenance, operations, and process managementProven track record in managing projects within budget, scope, and downtime constraintsThorough knowledge of computer software and G SuiteKnowledge of OSHA, general industry, and environmental complianceStrong communication skills—written, verbal, and listeningAdvanced analytical and organizational skills with attention to detailTechnical problem-solving skills and hands-on experience with contractors or internal maintenanceProven ability to manage multi-disciplinary projectsPreferred engineering experience with integrated design environments (OEMs or consultants)Application knowledge of manufacturing concepts, practices, and proceduresAbility to read/interpret specifications and drawingsProficiency with root cause analysis and structured troubleshooting methodsExposure to process hazard analysis and safety managementAdvanced knowledge of multi-disciplinary engineering fundamentalsDesign drafting experience with CAD, preferably Autodesk products (preferred)