Mechanical Project Engineer II

Greif

. Support creative engineering solutions to production process issues through modification and improvement of existing equipment and subcomponents, or design and development of new products .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $103,900 - $176,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Mechanical Engineering and Project Management, with a strong focus on process optimization, equipment design, and safety compliance. Proven ability to lead medium-complexity projects while ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and effective stakeholder communication.

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Mechanical Engineering ExpertiseProject Management ExperienceProcess Optimization SkillsSafety Compliance KnowledgeAutoCAD Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Mechanical Equipment DesignElectrical Engineering KnowledgeTroubleshooting SkillsAutomation ExperienceProject Scope DevelopmentBudget TrackingLean ManufacturingMaterial SelectionElectrical Diagram InterpretationControls and Programming Logic

Soft Skills

Good Communication Skills

Tools & Technologies

AutoCAD 2D and 3DMicrosoft OfficeMS ProjectSmartsheet

Industry Keywords

OSHA ComplianceRegulatory ComplianceIndustrial Safety PracticesManufacturing EnvironmentProject Engineering

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support creative engineering solutions to production process issues through modification and improvement of existing equipment and subcomponents, or design and development of new products
Lead projects and develop and implement equipment or process improvements and other engineering functions within the assigned region
Manage development and execution of several concurrent medium-complexity projects valued at $2+ million
Develop project scopes, requirements specifications, schedules, cost estimates, and budget and resource tracking
Plan technical activities to ensure safety, regulatory, and policy requirements are met
Design and develop basic mechanical layouts for new products or manufacturing processes
Suggest improvements to existing equipment or processes
Define and draft project technical requirements specifications for asset and service acquisition
Develop project documentation and handover packages
Optimize manufacturing processes, including process control, setup, changeover, automation, die development, equipment selection, and lean manufacturing workflow improvements
Work with EH&S resources to identify and implement equipment safety standards, risks, and procedures
Support equipment safety upgrades across the plant network and promote PPE use and safe work practices
Coordinate internal and external stakeholders, discuss proposals and solutions, and manage project execution to scope
Provide technical consultation to plant maintenance groups on equipment installation, troubleshooting, process control, and repair
Travel to facilities with minimal guidance to establish and implement improvement plans
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, with Mechanical Engineering preferred
5-7+ years of Project Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
Practical expertise in mechanical and electrical engineering
Mechanical engineering knowledge and application, including mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment and component design
Hands-on experience with set-up, troubleshooting, changeover, automation, and die optimization
Experience with new product development, design, trials, and material selection
Basic electrical experience relating to control of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
Experience in project engineering and management, including planning, prioritization, and implementation
Experience leading medium projects
Ability to develop detailed plant reliability, robustness, and profitability improvement plans
Ability to learn and develop Greif internal process and product requirements knowledge, support trials, and suggest material selection
Ability to understand and follow electrical diagrams
Knowledge of electrical components, instrumentation, and their application to mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
Ability to follow controls and programming logic as it pertains to manufacturing processes
Fundamental knowledge of electrical codes
Good communication skills
Understanding of OSHA, regulatory compliance, and industrial safety practices
Understanding of financial details related to ROI and NPV
Proficiency in AutoCAD 2D and 3D
Advanced use of Microsoft Office tools, MS Project, and Smartsheet
Extensive travel required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package
Competitive core benefits
Paid time off
Range of local benefits for eligible colleagues
Short-term incentive eligibility
Opportunity for growth