Project Engineer

Graphic Packaging International, LLC

. Provide management and engineering support for capital projects .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeLawrenceburg • Tennessee • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $68,900 - $91,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with a focus on project management, continuous improvement, and compliance with food safety standards. Proficient in AutoCAD and MS Office, with a strong ability to lead engineering initiatives and manage complex projects effectively.

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Project ManagementAutoCAD Design SoftwareLean/Six Sigma MethodologiesMechanical/Electrical EngineeringFood Safety Compliance

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementAutoCAD Design SoftwareCost EstimationMachine DesignEngineering StandardsContinuous ImprovementLean MethodologiesSix SigmaTechnical ExpertiseEngineering Procedures

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsLeadershipProblem-SolvingNegotiation SkillsTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

MS Office ApplicationsEngineering SoftwareDesign Tools

Industry Keywords

Food SafetySafe Quality Foods (SQF)ManufacturingFolding CartonsProcess ImprovementQuality AssuranceHygiene ProceduresAllergen Procedures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide management and engineering support for capital projects
Initiate and support continuous process improvement and Lean/Six Sigma efforts
Provide technical expertise and leadership in engineering disciplines to all departments
Evaluate engineering costs, design, and implement plant projects
Manage projects, including machine design and integration, scheduling, planning, and cost estimation
Prepare complex machine layouts and detailed drawings according to Engineering Standards and Factory Mutual safe practices
Develop improved engineering techniques and procedures using broad engineering disciplines
Conduct research into major-scope and complex problem areas
Prepare or direct engineering studies and design documents consistent with recognized standards and project requirements
Select equipment and plan and oversee installation for projects
Negotiate contracts for capital purchases
Support facility food safety, food defense, quality, SQF/5S, LEAN, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement programs
Understand customer requirements and deliver results meeting or exceeding expectations
Stop processes that do not meet food safety requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and 5-8 years of experience in manufacturing, preferably folding cartons, or equivalent combination of education and experience
BA or equivalent plus 6 years of related experience, or MA plus 4 years of related experience
Excellent written and verbal communications skills
5-8 years of experience with AutoCAD design software preferred
Proficient use of MS Office applications
Ability to manage projects, resources, and people and set and meet target disciplines
Ability to develop improvements and achieve budget/cost constraints
Ability to perform essential functions satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation
Follow plant rules, processes, hygiene, and allergen procedures related to production of Safe Quality Foods
Report potentially unsafe conditions and customer complaints to a person of authority
Participate in SQF root cause and corrective actions as required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Compensation and benefits programs described as among the industry's best
Equal opportunity, inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and hiring process
Reasonable accommodation available for disabilities