Project Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Project Engineer

Gurnee, IL

Who We Are:

PurposeBuilt Brands, rooted in a legacy dating back to Weiman, stands as a pioneer in crafting top-tier products for specialty surfaces. Our beloved brands, including 30 Seconds, Harris, Weiman, Goo Gone, Green Gobbler, Biokleen, Gonzo, Magic, Mighty Mint, Wright’s, Stone Care International, Urnex, Five Star, and Micro-Scientific, are preferred choices among consumers and seasoned professionals alike.

At PBB, we seek to hire employees who bring a level of engagement, drive, and performance that pushes business forward. We work together and are motivated by positive results, while continuously thriving in a scrappy environment. We believe our greatest assets are the talented and passionate employees who are motivated by our purposeful work. Our company may be 60 years old, but the real growth is just getting started.

The Role:

The Project Engineer is responsible for leading the execution of capital projects, equipment installations, and process improvements across manufacturing operations. This role partners cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, R&D, and Procurement to deliver projects that improve efficiency, reliability, and cost performance.

What You Will Do:

• Support the execution of capital projects, ensuring alignment with operational goals and timelines
• Assist in developing project scopes, technical specifications, equipment requirements, and execution plans
• Contribute to Capital Expenditure Requests (CERs), including basic cost estimates, data gathering, and tracking
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and vendors to support safe and efficient project execution
• Assist with equipment procurement, factory acceptance testing (FAT), installation, commissioning, and site acceptance testing (SAT)
• Support process improvements to increase throughput, reduce downtime, and improve reliability
• Analyze process performance and identify opportunities for optimization
• Ensure projects comply with safety, quality, and environmental standards
• Provide hands-on support during equipment installation, startup, and troubleshooting
• Act as a technical liaison between operations teams and equipment OEMs

What You Will Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical Engineering, or related field
• 3–5+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment (CPG preferred)
• Experience supporting capital projects and equipment installations
• Basic understanding of packaging equipment, automation, or manufacturing systems
• Familiarity with FAT/SAT, commissioning, and startup processes
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar tools (preferred but not required)
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Effective communication and ability to work cross-functionally
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced plant environment.

• experience in consumer goods, personal care, food, or chemical manufacturing
• Experience with project management (planning, scheduling, and coordinating capital projects)
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement tools

Compensation Range:

85,700.00 - 104,700.00

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by job related skills, experience, location, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specifics for each salary range.

Benefits:

PBB offers a wide range of benefits because we understand no two employees are the same. We want our employees to feel empowered to set their day up for success, whether that's in the office or remote.

What We Offer:

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Generous paid time off

Competitive salaries and bonus incentives

401K company match

Competitive medical, dental, & vision insurance

Pet insurance

Annual fitness stipend

Unmatched employee discount on all products

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