Senior Project Engineer

About the Role

As a Project Engineer, you'll play a key role in driving innovation, operational excellence, and business continuity across the plant. You'll lead impactful projects from concept through implementation while partnering with multi-functional teams to deliver measurable results.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-functional project teams to implement strategic plant initiatives, achieve cost savings targets, and support business continuity.
• Develop project plans, business justifications, technical specifications, and budgets.
• Prepare and submit capital expenditure requests.
• Manage a diverse portfolio of projects including product design changes, sustainability initiatives, process improvements, and equipment implementation.
• Identify, develop, and implement continuous improvement opportunities that enhance performance and efficiency.
• Generate and champion new project ideas that bring value for the business.
• Collaborate with vendors on equipment design, specifications, concepts, and contract negotiations.
• Oversee equipment purchases, installations, and the development of new manufacturing processes and machinery.
• Provide creative leadership in solving complex operational and technical challenges.
• Independently identify solutions, secure resources, and drive projects to successful completion.
• Research, evaluate, and implement new technologies to improve manufacturing operations.
• Develop and implement test methods, process validations, and measurement system analyses.
• Support additional business initiatives and projects as needed.

What Success Looks Like

• Drive for Results: Consistently delivers on commitments and achieves goals. Demonstrates a strong track record of bringing value. Motivates others and drives projects forward with urgency. Maintains a focus on achieving business outcomes.
• Teamwork: Builds strong partnerships through active listening and collaboration. Values diverse perspectives and welcomes constructive feedback. Supports teammates and contributes to a positive work environment. Recognizes and celebrates the contributions of others.
• Influencing Others: Builds credibility through integrity, expertise, and performance. Effectively communicates ideas and recommendations. Creates alignment by understanding different perspectives and finding win-win solutions.
• Continuous Learning: Quickly adapts to new challenges and changing priorities. Embraces opportunities to learn and grow professionally. Uses successes and setbacks as opportunities for improvement. Shares knowledge and supports the development of others.
• Process Effectiveness: Identifies efficient pathways to achieve objectives. Optimizes workflows and resource utilization. Simplifies sophisticated processes while driving productivity improvements.
• Thriving in Ambiguity: Adapts effectively in fast-paced and changing environments. Remains flexible and comfortable shifting priorities. Makes sound decisions even when information is incomplete.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, Science, or a related field required.
• Minimum of 3 years leading continuous improvement projects within a manufacturing environment.

Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to collaborate and build effective teams.
• Self-motivated with strong independent decision-making abilities.
• Experience with machine design and manufacturing equipment.
• Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of safety and ergonomic principles.
• Project management experience.
• Understanding of quality systems and manufacturing procedures.
• Basic knowledge of logistics, planning, and financial concepts.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard business software.
• Accountability, Continuous Improvement, Decision Making, Identifying Solutions, Minitab, Problem Solving, Process Changes, Process Improvements, Project Management, Project Planning, SolidWorks, Teamwork, Validation Processes.

Schedule

For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements.

Why Join Us

At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.