Assistant Project Engineer

POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Assistant Project Engineer is responsible for creating order, structure, and traceability across DrinkPAK’s engineering documentation, master data, and technical standards. This role maintains the engineering document library, manages revision control, updates CAD drawings, builds functional design specifications, and ensures every project leaves behind clean, searchable, reusable engineering assets. The specialist acts as the custodian of engineering knowledge—transforming what was previously tribal, inconsistent, or scattered into a disciplined, standardized system that supports capital projects, operations, and long‑term scalability. This role is a Documentation, Data Integrity & Technical Standards Leader.

LOCATION: The position is based at DrinkPak’s Headquarters in Santa Clarita, California.

TYPE: Full Time; Salaried / Exempt

BENEFITS: The well-being of our team members is critically important to us. As part of this commitment, we offer:

• 100% PPO medical, dental, and vision insurance for our employees, 100% for their dependents, paid by the Company
• A cell phone stipend
• Annual discretionary bonus
• 401(k) match program, pet insurance, life insurance, and more

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain the engineering document library, including naming conventions, metadata standards, revision control, and as‑built accuracy.
• Build and update functional design specifications, capability matrices, technical bid packages, and engineering reference documents.
• Support CAD updates, drawing management, redlines, and vendor documentation intake; ensure all drawings meet DrinkPAK standards.
• Manage engineering master data—including equipment lists, tag lists, and BOMs—ensuring alignment across ERP, CMMS, and project systems.
• Create structure, traceability, and standardized workflows so every project leaves behind clean, reusable engineering assets.
• Implement document control processes, version control practices, and document lifecycle workflows consistent with industry standards.
• Coordinate distribution, access control, and archival of controlled documents across Engineering Services, Projects, and Operations.
• Validate vendor submittals, technical manuals, and engineering packages for completeness and compliance.
• Support audits, compliance reviews, and engineering governance activities by preparing accurate documentation packages.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and OEM partners to ensure documentation requirements are met throughout project phases.
• Maintain and troubleshoot document management systems and digital repositories.
• Travel will be required to routinely visit all DrinkPAK facilities and ensure best practices are implemented network-wide, 20% travel

Key KPIs

• Document Revision Accuracy
• As‑Built Documentation Completion.
• Master Data Alignment Across Systems
• Document Retrieval Time.
• CAD Drawing Accuracy.
• Vendor Documentation Compliance.
• Document Lifecycle Compliance (naming, metadata, versioning)
• Audit/Review Package Accuracy
• Engineering Asset Reusability Index
• Document Change Request Turnaround Time.

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Technology, Information Management, Drafting/CAD, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• At least 2 years of experience in engineering document control, technical data management, CAD support, or similar roles.
• Strong understanding of document control practices, version control, and document lifecycle workflows.
• Experience with engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation (AutoCAD or similar).
• Familiarity with document management systems (e.g., SharePoint, MasterControl, DocuWare) and metadata standards.
• Ability to manage master data (equipment lists, tag lists, BOMs) with high accuracy and consistency.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to maintain data integrity across multiple systems.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with engineering, project management, OEMs, and operations teams.
• Process‑oriented mindset with the ability to create structure, standardization, and repeatable workflows.

OUR VALUES

Our company’s culture is guided by our shared values of Speed, Intensity, and Purpose. These values are demonstrated in the following ways based on the role within the organization.

• Speed: Take the initiative to promptly identify and address potential issues or opportunities. Maintain a sense of urgency in your work, completing tasks efficiently.
• Intensity: Remain resilient in the face of challenges and setbacks by possessing a positive attitude, persevering through obstacles, and demonstrating adaptability in your approach.
• Purpose: Take ownership of your responsibilities, and value the input and skillsets of your peers by working together as One PAK.

ABOUT DRINKPAK

DrinkPAK is the premiere manufacturer of canned beverages in North America. As producers of the largest and fastest-growing alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in the world, DrinkPAK provides full-service support for procurement, batching, processing, filling, packaging, warehousing, and distribution. Founded in 2020, DrinkPAK has revolutionized canned beverage manufacturing by offering extreme capacity and format flexibility through cutting-edge technology and a commitment to the best talent in the industry. For more information, visit www.drinkpak.com.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Should be able to work in environments with variable noise levels, lighting conditions, and temperature variation, and be able to access all areas of the building without limitations.
• The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms above the head and below the waist.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, climb, or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl for 10-12 hours.
• Be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs.

Compensation starting at $85,000.00