Project Engineer - Filtration; Manufacturing, Life Sciences - Portage, WI
If you want to reshape the world and discover your greatest potential, Saint-Gobain provides one-of-a-kind opportunities for innovative problem solvers.
We're one of only two companies in the world that is consistently recognized as both a top Global Employer and a Top 100 Global Innovator, but Saint-Gobain's remarkable story and culture of innovation begins with a team of nearly 200,000 creative, diverse and passionate team members collaborating across the globe. We are committed to our mission to improve lives because, every day, we witness the enormous impact of our efforts on the world around us.
The Project Engineer will drive filtration projects within our custom solution portfolio, focusing on opportunities within our Medical business of Life Sciences. As a key member of the project leadership team, will manage projects through a structured phase-gate process, collaborating closely with engineering, commercial, and operational teams.
Enables strong integration with core functions such as process development, operations, finance, supply chain, and quality.
Ensures the appropriate setup and maintenance of filter items in our ERP system (QAD), ensuring accurate data alignment and timely purchase order processing across all business units.
Key Accountabilities:
Project Leadership & Execution
Lead cross-functional teams to develop and execute detailed project plans, timelines, and deliverables.
Facilitate effective communication across all project stakeholders, including regular updates, risk mitigation strategies, and issue resolution.
Drive projects through the phase-gate process, ensuring milestones are met and documentation is complete.
Process & Systems Management
Establish standardized project management tools, templates, and best practices.
Monitor and track project progress using KPIs and reporting tools to ensure alignment with business goals.
Set up and maintain filter items in QAD ERP, ensuring data accuracy and alignment across business units.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Central point of contact between commercial, engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to resolve technical and operational challenges.
Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying process gaps and implementing corrective actions.
Stakeholder Engagement
Engage with steering committees and senior leadership to provide project updates, escalate issues, and align on strategic priorities.
Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and collaboration across all project phases
Essential Functions:
Project Management & Leadership: Lead and manage cross-functional filtration projects from initiation through completion.
ERP & Data Management (QAD): Set up, manage, and maintain filter items, components, and non-recurring engineering (NRE) data in the QAD ERP system.
Documentation & Process Support: Organize and maintain project-related documentation including SOPs, forms, customer files, and other records.
Performance Tracking & Reporting: Monitor project performance against key performance indicators (KPIs). Prepare and present regular reports to management, highlighting progress, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (mechanical, chemical or related field), Required.
Work Experience
3+ years of project support/management of Engineering Initiatives/projects in a manufacturing or R&D setting.--
Experience within new product development, manufacturing and/or production operations; Preferred.--
Proficiency/Familiarity with Project Management Tools (i.e. MS Project, MS Planner, Monday.com, MS Teams, etc.); Required.
Experience with ERP systems (preferably QAD) and data management; Preferred.
Travel upwards of 10% - other manufacturing sites, application/R&D labs, business meetings, etc.; Required.--
Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.
Health and Wellbeing - Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.
Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
LiveWell Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.
401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan
Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
Additional Benefits - Helping shape the experience and impact you want
Commuter Benefits
Group Legal
Identity Theft Protection
Auto and Home Insurance
Pet Insurance and Discounts
Back-up Child & Elder Care
PerkSpot Employee Discount Program
Saint-Gobain's innovations touch almost every major industry around the world. Within its Life Sciences division, teams are solving critical problems for customers who are getting life-saving medical devices to the frontlines of healthcare, discovering essential medications, and nourishing and connecting the world through consumer, industrial and electronics applications. As one of the world's leading producers of high-performance polymer products, we improve lives by making simple experiences better and being there in life's critical moments.
Our team members recognize that we all create the environment for people to succeed, with a culture built on respect, open and honest communication, and honoring our commitments to our customers and each other. And at the heart of our culture, we've learned working together makes good ideas, great ones.
With a legacy dating back more than 350 years, Saint-Gobain offers employees the stability and security of a leading Global 500 corporation while operating like multiple small and agile start-ups, where entrepreneurial spirit, pioneering teamwork, and bold, forward-thinking ideas pave new paths.
Every team member is encouraged to develop and leverage their unique expertise and strengths to make the greatest impact on the company and our end users. At Saint-Gobain, you're empowered and equipped with countless opportunities and resources for professional development. You will find the support you need to create a vision and roadmap for your career, and make that vision a reality.
Join Us at Saint-Gobain Life Sciences. Together, we'll create a better life.
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