About this opportunity
Charter Steel lists this Senior Project Engineer - Capital Projects opportunity in town of saukville, Wisconsin. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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 Steel is hiring a Senior Project Engineer – Capital Projects!
Job Summary
Lead the full lifecycle of multiple capital projects across Charter Steel facilities, ranging from targeted facility improvements to large-scale, complex investments. Own projects from initial definition and development through budgeting, execution, commissioning, and closeout, with accountability for project scope, schedule, budget, and successful delivery. Partner closely with Plant Managers, Operations leaders, Engineering teams, vendors, and other key stakeholders to understand business needs and develop effective engineering solutions. This highly visible role requires the ability to influence, align, and lead cross-functional teams without direct authority while balancing the priorities of multiple facilities and supporting Charter Steel’s operational goals and long-term growth.
Position specifics
Location: Cleveland OH or Saukville WI
Travel: This role requires an average of approximately 40% travel annually, primarily to Charter Steel facilities, with additional travel for conferences and training. Travel frequency will vary based on project needs and phases, with some periods requiring more frequent travel and others requiring significantly less. When not traveling, this role follows a hybrid schedule with an expectation of working onsite in the office at least two days per week
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. Charter Manufacturing is unable to sponsor for employment visas at this time
Key responsibilities
Lead the development, justification, design, and execution of capital projects, ensuring alignment with operational objectives, business growth plans, safety standards, and financial targets
Act as an engineering lead and role model within the operations group and broader engineering organization
Develop and validate financial business cases, including ROI, NPV, production capacity, operating cost impacts, risk assessments, facility acquisitions, and strategic growth opportunities
Act as liaison between Plant Project Managers and outside contractors to provide optimal engineering solutions
Identify engineering needs for key stakeholders within the business
Relate well to employees throughout the business in teaching and coaching the best way to tackle engineering projects
Lead cross-functional teams and influence decision-making at all organizational levels to achieve project objectives and business results
Utilize internal and external resources and lead them through project phases
Lead complex Greenfield, Brownfield, expansion, modernization, acquisition, and asset-relocation projects from concept through startup
Follow Environmental, Quality and Safety Management System procedures and requirements
Ability 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 Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or a related engineering degree
Seven plus years’ experience in operational management, with direct project management responsibility
Experience in coaching and influencing others to achieve results
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Proven experience successfully leading multiple capital projects of varying scope and complexity through the full project lifecycle, including project definition, development, execution, and closeout
Excellent analytical skills in providing optimum engineering solutions
Leadership experience in working with and leading cross functional teams
Advanced experience with capital equipment procurement including detailed RFQ generation
Critical thinking skills to understand the strategic direction of the business and weigh the economic cost benefit of projects
Ability to be a self-starter and requiring little or no supervision
Formal team training with demonstrated success from past team experiences
Willingness to travel (Annually 40%)
Nice to haves
Master’s Degree in a technical discipline or a PMP certificate
Advanced knowledge of industrial automation, hydraulics, pneumatic, combustion, machining, and mechanical systems
Experience in development and integration of plant MES systems
Strong experience in the steel industry and/or other heavy industry
CPM certification or related project management certification
Supervisory experience in an engineering or maintenance capacity
About Charter Steel
Charter Steel is a leading American supplier of carbon and alloy steel bar, rod and wire products, and the largest steel coil processor in North America. As a fully integrated steelmaker with locations in Ohio and Wisconsin, Charter Steel offers a full range of grade and size coiled products and vast technical service experience. Charter Steel is a member of the Charter Manufacturingfamily of companies.
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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).
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Who can apply
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