Senior Project Engineer - Capital Projects

Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better. Join the team and become part of our family! Charter Casting is hiring a Sr. Project Engineer – Capital Projects! Job Summary: The Senior Project Engineer – Capital Projects is responsible for leading and managing capital engineering projects across Charter Casting's manufacturing facilities in Woodstock, IL and Shawano, WI. Projects typically range from $250,000 to $1 million but may vary in size and complexity based on business needs. Projects include equipment design, equipment upgrades, and brownfield and greenfield initiatives that support operational improvements and strategic business objectives. This role provides end-to-end project management, from initial concept, scope development, and capital justification through engineering design, equipment procurement, installation, commissioning, documentation, training, and project closeout. The Senior Project Engineer applies technical expertise, data-driven decision-making, and cross-functional leadership to develop effective engineering solutions across multiple disciplines. Working closely with operations, maintenance, engineering teams, and external contractors, this position ensures projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and aligned with business needs. Position specifics: Location: Woodstock IL or Shawano WISite Responsibility: Supports capital engineering projects at both the Woodstock, IL and Shawano, WI manufacturing facilitiesTravel: Approximately 25% travel, with actual travel varying based on project location and requirements. Travel includes visits to both the Woodstock and Shawano manufacturing facilities, equipment vendors, and other project-related locations as neededWork Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. Charter Manufacturing is unable to sponsor employment visas at this time Key responsibilities: Lead major initiatives across the business and functions to enable the overall business strategic objectives, including bold moves for long-term growthWork with the individual plants to review and develop the economical design and implementation of major initiatives and specifically scoped projectsAct as an engineering lead and role model within the engineering groupAct as liaison between operations, maintenance, and outside contractors to implement major initiatives and projectsIdentify engineering needs for key stakeholders within the businessRelate well to employees throughout the business in teaching and coaching the best way to tackle engineering projects and technical problem solvingApply leadership to align stakeholders, remove barriers, coordinate cross-functional execution, and drive adoption that delivers sustainable business impactUtilize internal and external resources and lead them through project phasesPerform other duties as assignedFollow Environmental, Quality, and Safety Management System procedures and requirementsAbility to meet the essential job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation, as outlined in the job description What you’ll need: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related technical degreeSeven plus years’ experience with direct project management in manufacturingExperience using a variety of data to drive decisionsExperience with capital equipment procurement including detailed RFQ generation and ROI analyticsDemonstrated leadership experience in working with & leading cross functional teamsProven project management skills in leading multiple initiatives at various levelsSkilled at change management with strong verbal and written communication skillsBasic understanding of electrical and mechanical conceptsProficient in 2D CAD drafting software (Solid Works and AutoCAD)Ability to be a self-starter and requiring little or no supervisionWillingness to travel (25%+) Nice to haves: Master’s Degree in technical discipline or a PMP certificateAdvanced knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, combustion, machining, mechanical, or electrical systemsExperience and knowledge working with Technology, Digital, and Automation TeamsStrong experience in the foundry industry and/or other metals industry with preference around cast iron, green sand molding, and no bake knowledge and experienceExperience on large Brown or Green Field projectsExperience with Program Management for larger strategic initiatives that span across the entire business and deliver new capabilitiesPrior supervisory experienceProficient in 3D CAD drafting software (SolidWorks)Trained in continuous improvement methodologies (Green Belt/Black Belt certified) Take the next step in your career, apply today! About Charter Casting Charter Casting is a premier U.S. partner and casting supplier for precision-engineered iron solutions. We deliver large, complex iron castings and DuraBar®, the industry’s leading continuous cast iron bar, with the consistency and performance customers depend on. #CharterManufacturing #CharterCareers #OneFamilyOneTeam #CharterCasting We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing. Additionally, we offer company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off (PTO). This position may include access to controlled information or technology under U.S. export control laws. Employment may be contingent on either the applicant verifying that the applicant falls under the “U.S. Person” definition (including U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, and those granted U.S. asylum or refugee status) or the employer timely obtaining any necessary export license under federal law. The employer evaluates export licensing on a case-by-case basis and may decline to proceed with a job applicant in its sole discretion, as export license applications can take many weeks to process.