Project Engineer

Actalent • Franklin, IN • 20min ago

Job Title: Project Engineer

Position Summary

We are seeking a Project Engineer to support capital projects, equipment installations, facility improvements, and manufacturing process initiatives within our Franklin, IN manufacturing facility.

This role is ideal for an early-career engineer with 1-3 years of manufacturing experience who has helped lead projects, support equipment installations, improve processes, or coordinate facility improvements. The Project Engineer will work closely with operations, maintenance, quality, and external contractors to deliver projects that improve safety, efficiency, and production performance.

Key Responsibilities

Support and manage manufacturing and facility-related projects from planning through completion.

Coordinate equipment installations, upgrades, and process improvements within the plant.

Assist with project budgeting, scheduling, contractor coordination, and capital expenditure planning.

Partner with operations and maintenance teams to troubleshoot manufacturing issues and improve equipment reliability.

Work with contractors, vendors, and suppliers to execute projects safely and efficiently.

Support improvements to plant utilities and infrastructure, including electrical, HVAC, compressed air, chilled water, and other building systems.

Participate in facility expansion and plant improvement initiatives.

Review drawings, layouts, and project documentation to ensure successful project execution.

Assist with commissioning, startup, and validation of new equipment and systems.

Help identify opportunities for continuous improvement, cost reduction, and process optimization.

Maintain project schedules, budgets, and supporting documentation.

Ensure projects comply with safety, environmental, and company standards.

QualificationsRequired

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.

1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.

Experience supporting engineering, manufacturing, maintenance, or facility-related projects.

Familiarity with manufacturing processes and industrial equipment.

Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

Strong communication skills with the ability to work across operations, maintenance, quality, and leadership teams.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Franklin, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.87 - $44.23/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Franklin, IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 27, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Franklin,IN.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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