Project Manager

Job Title: Project Engineer / Project Manager

Job Description

This role offers an opportunity for a forward-thinking Project Engineer to lead and optimize interconnected components of a manufacturing system within an agricultural-focused environment. You will develop and deploy capital projects, coordinate key aspects of plant operations, and ensure that structures, equipment, facilities, systems, and components are designed and maintained for maximum efficiency and productivity. Working closely with manufacturing plant and facilities engineers, you will apply and develop engineering standards and procedures while overseeing construction and maintenance activities from concept through completion.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and estimate time and cost for the construction and maintenance of structures, equipment, facilities, systems, and components within a manufacturing environment.
• Develop, deploy, and manage projects that support plant operations, ensuring alignment with production goals and timelines.
• Apply and develop engineering standards and procedures to guide construction, maintenance, and operational activities.
• Assist manufacturing plant and facilities engineers with facility planning and design, providing technical expertise to improve layouts, workflows, and overall efficiency.
• Conduct cost analysis, inventory studies, and production control evaluations to identify opportunities for improvement and support data-driven decision-making.
• Perform human factors analysis to inform facility modifications and revisions to operational methods, ensuring safe and efficient work processes.
• Devise methods to maximize the utilization of production facilities and personnel, focusing on optimizing capacity, productivity, and resource allocation.
• Oversee and coordinate construction and commercial construction activities, ensuring work follows blueprints, specifications, and applicable standards.
• Support the planning and execution of agricultural capital expenditure (CAPEX) projects, including budgeting, scheduling, and progress tracking.
• Address moderately complex technical and operational issues independently with minimal supervision, escalating more complex problems to appropriate staff as needed.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including project management, construction management, and plant engineering, to ensure successful project delivery.
• Review and interpret blueprints, electrical system layouts, and other technical documentation to guide construction and engineering decisions.
• Monitor project performance, identify risks or deviations from plan, and implement corrective actions to keep projects on schedule and within scope.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including plans, reports, and records related to engineering, construction, and maintenance activities.
• Undertake other duties as assigned, demonstrating flexibility and a willingness to support various aspects of projects and operations.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of two years of related work experience in project engineering, project management, or a closely related field.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Hands-on experience in project engineering within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Proficiency in project management practices, including planning, scheduling, coordination, and progress tracking.
• Experience in construction and construction management, particularly in commercial or industrial settings.
• Ability to interpret and work from blueprints and technical drawings.
• Familiarity with electrical systems as they relate to construction, facilities, and plant operations.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct cost, inventory, and production control studies.
• Experience performing human factors analysis to support safe and efficient operational methods.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to independently resolve moderately complex issues.
• Ability to develop and apply engineering standards and procedures in a practical setting.
• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to support manufacturing plant and facilities engineers in facility planning and design.
• Detail-oriented approach with a focus on optimizing systems, processes, and resource utilization.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Burlington, WI.

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $60.00/hr.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Burlington,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 2026.

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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Salary : $55 - $60