The Project Engineer / Project Manager is a hybrid role that combines technical engineering expertise with project leadership responsibilities. The role blends hands-on engineering with strategic project management to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, scope, and within budget. The position will provide the overall planning, design, and execution of capital and process improvement projects within a chemical manufacturing environment. The role requires close collaboration across engineering, production, procurement, and external partners to ensure successful project outcomes from concept through implementation.

Responsibilities

Engineering & Technical Responsibilities:

• Provide engineering design, specification development, and technical support for product development, new equipment installations, upgrades, and process optimizations.
• Perform process evaluations, feasibility studies, and root cause analyses for production and safety issues.
• Support process safety management (PSM) elements including Management of Change (MOC), Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR), and Process Hazard Analyses (PHA).
• Oversee equipment design, layout, and installation to ensure reliability, maintainability, and performance.
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations to ensure smooth transition of projects into production.

Project Management:

• Manage all phases of capital and process projects from concept through commissioning and closeout.
• Develop and maintain project charters, scopes of work, schedules, budgets, and risk assessments.
• Coordinate contractor selection, procurement, and project execution in alignment with company standards.
• Lead project status reviews and ensure timely communication of milestones, risks, and variances.
• Ensure all projects meet regulatory, EHS, and quality requirements.

Leadership & Collaboration:

• Lead multidisciplinary teams including engineers, contractors, and plant personnel.
• Foster strong partnerships across EHS, quality, production, and procurement functions.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Skills:

• Strong technical understanding of chemical processes, piping systems, instrumentation, and controls.
• Proficiency with project management tools (MS Project, Asana, Smartsheet) and CAD/design software.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight timelines.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering (or related discipline).
• 5+ years of engineering and project management experience in a chemical manufacturing or process industry environment.
• Demonstrated experience managing capital projects ($100K–$1MM+ range).
• PMP certification or equivalent a plus.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, PSM, and environmental regulations.

Closing

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by employees assigned to this position. This is not intended as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. MonoSol, LLC reserves the right to make changes to the job description whenever necessary.

Disclaimer

As part of MonoSol, LLC’s employment process, finalist candidates will be required to complete a physical drug/ alcohol test, and background check prior to employment commencing. MonoSol, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or marital status.