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When you join Design Group as a Project Manager, you will work with a team of industry experts to solve complex problems for leading companies. You will be part of our Packaging Engineering Practice, collaborating with seasoned leaders, technical specialists, and subject matter experts to deliver high-quality solutions with consistency and accuracy.

What You'll Do

As a Project Manager, your responsibilities include leading the design, integration, installation, and start-up of packaging lines for food and beverage industries. You will provide engineering leadership and have a solid understanding of process, utility, packaging systems, CAD drafting, controls, equipment procurement, installation, training, and start-up. You should have a proven track record of delivering projects on budget and schedule, managing complex scopes, client interactions, supervising contractors, and developing new business opportunities.

The role also involves supporting machine safety projects across all markets supported by Design Group. Our established Machine Safety Program offers complete safety solutions, including assessments, safety standards creation, detailed safety design, hardware procurement, circuit verification, mechanical guarding, implementation, contractor management, project management, and safety validation.

Responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of project execution, including line layout, mechanical design, vendor management, equipment procurement, scheduling, finances, and site support.
• Define scope for machine safety compliance and implement safety life cycle solutions from risk assessment to validation.
• Lead design, integration, installation, and start-up of packaging lines, including estimation, budgeting, design, implementation, and troubleshooting.
• Develop equipment specifications and support systems, conduct bid analyses.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors to implement automation solutions.
• Use industry tools for continuous improvement and evaluate existing operations to recommend ROI-driven projects.
• Specify tooling and equipment needs within timelines.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

What You'll Bring

• B.S. in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent.
• At least 7 years of project engineering/management experience with packaging or automation systems.
• Experience in food, beverage, household, or personal care industries preferred.
• Experience with machine safety solutions or certifications (e.g., CMSE, TÜV Rheinland) preferred.
• Strong engineering and leadership skills, capable of managing multiple responsibilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for interactions with clients and suppliers.
• Willingness to travel for project needs.

Our culture values mutual respect, integrity, and individual growth. We offer professional development resources, mentorship, and a supportive environment to build a meaningful career. We are interested in connecting with potential candidates who aspire to grow into a Project Manager role.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing

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