Project Leader Engineer III

Tekberry is looking for a highly qualified and motivated Project Leader Engineer III to work on-site with our client in Newton NC. This is a contract opportunity supporting manufacturing capacity expansion equipment installation and production line integration efforts.

The Project Leader Engineer III will support and lead mechanical aspects of manufacturing expansion projects including new equipment installation line setup and debug. This role works closely with cross-functional teams and vendors to ensure successful execution of capital projects and readiness for operational handoff.

• Lead and support equipment installation startup and debug activities for manufacturing capacity expansion
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including engineering operations maintenance and vendors
• Develop and execute project plans ensuring milestones and timelines are met
• Design and implement mechanical solutions to improve equipment performance and manufacturing capability
• Identify and resolve technical issues through data analysis and root cause investigation
• Support new equipment and process introductions including continuous improvement initiatives
• Manage vendor and supplier relationships to ensure project scope cost and schedule are maintained
• Develop and maintain engineering and operational documentation
• Support training of operations personnel on new equipment and process changes
• Ensure safe work practices and compliance with engineering standards

• Bachelors degree in Engineering (or equivalent experience)
• 3 5 years of experience in:
  • Equipment installation
  • Manufacturing engineering
  • Capital project execution
• Experience in manufacturing environments (not lab-based)
• Experience with equipment startup and debug
• Proficiency in CAD tools (AutoCAD Inventor SolidWorks)
• Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals
• Experience troubleshooting equipment and process issues
• Ability to work in fast-paced multi-priority environments
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

• Project leadership or project management experience
• Experience managing vendors and suppliers
• Knowledge of equipment design and system interactions
• Strong data-driven problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools

• Manufacturing plant environment in Newton and Hickory NC
• Frequent collaboration with engineering teams operations and vendors
• Overtime and off-hours support may be required during key project phases

• 1 Phone Screen
• 1 Virtual Interview

We need hard-working reliable employees.

Tekberry Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or veteran status.

Tekberry is a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE).

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