Project Engineer - Coating

About the role

The Project Engineer is responsible for the planning, coordination, execution, and commissioning of a new powder coat painting line installation within a manufacturing facility. The role oversees all phases of the project from concept development and equipment specification through installation, startup, qualification, and handoff to operations. The Project Engineer serves as the primary technical lead between equipment suppliers, contractors, manufacturing, maintenance, quality, EHS, and corporate management.

Responsibilities

• Project Management
  • Lead end-to-end execution of powder coating line installation projects.
  • Develop project scope, objectives, budget, and schedules.
  • Manage capital expenditure (CapEx) projects ranging from equipment procurement through startup.
  • Monitor project milestones and provide regular status updates to management.
  • Identify and mitigate project risks affecting cost, schedule, safety, or performance.
  • Coordinate multiple contractors and vendors during installation activities.
  • Manage change orders and project documentation.
• Engineering & Design
  • Develop equipment specifications and technical requirements for: Powder coating booths, Pretreatment systems, Dry-off ovens, Cure ovens, Conveyor systems, Powder recovery systems, Material handling systems, Compressed air systems, Environmental control equipment.
  • Review vendor proposals and recommend equipment selections.
  • Coordinate plant layout development and material flow optimization.
  • Ensure facility utilities support equipment requirements including: Electrical power distribution, Natural gas systems, Compressed air, Water and wastewater treatment, Ventilation and exhaust systems.
  • Review and approve engineering drawings and contractor submittals.
• Construction & Installation Management
  • Oversee site preparation and facility modifications.
  • Coordinate equipment delivery, rigging, and installation.
  • Manage contractor safety and permit compliance.
  • Verify installation quality against engineering specifications.
  • Conduct progress inspections and acceptance reviews.
  • Coordinate utility tie-ins and startup activities.
• Process Development & Validation
  • Support development of powder coating process parameters.
  • Establish coating quality standards and performance requirements.
  • Coordinate initial process trials