Project Engineer

Job role: Project EngineerLocation: Liberty, NC 27298Work Arrangement: On-site, Monday–FridayWorking Hours: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM ETPay Rate: $60-$70/ hrDomain: AutomotiveEmployment Type: ContractDuration: 12 months, with possible extensionApplication Deadline: October 30, 2026SummaryThe Project Engineer will support battery manufacturing project planning, equipment procurement, installation, commissioning, pre-production trials, and mass-production launch. The role involves coordinating with engineering teams, construction management, technicians, vendors, and contractors to achieve project milestones, maintain schedules and budgets, and ensure equipment safety, quality, availability, and operational efficiency.ResponsibilitiesPlan and execute equipment procurement, installation, commissioning, pre-production trials, and battery production line launches.Coordinate with engineering teams, construction management, technicians, vendors, and contractors to achieve project milestones.Support battery manufacturing trials to verify equipment safety, quality, availability, and efficiency.Follow advanced cleanliness and clean-room protocols for assigned manufacturing areas.Identify punch-list items, conduct root cause analysis, and manage corrective actions.Track project KPIs, support production issues, and facilitate handover to mass production.Collaborate with domestic and international teams to resolve open issues and maintain project schedules.Develop and maintain detailed installation schedules, milestone plans, and project budgets.Participate in internal and external training as required.QualificationsRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field, or 5+ years of equivalent experience.Experience in production preparation and capital project execution, ideally from initial planning through mass production launch.Project management experience involving capital investments exceeding $500,000.Experience developing and maintaining detailed equipment installation schedules and project milestones.High-volume manufacturing support and troubleshooting experience.Ability to read and interpret 2D drawings, including facility layouts and process equipment drawings.Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 25%.Willingness to work weekends, holidays, and shutdown periods as project schedules require.Ability to work in manufacturing and clean-room environments while following applicable safety requirements.Preferred QualificationsHands-on experience with Power BI for data analysis and visualization.Automotive or OEM manufacturing experience.Battery manufacturing experience.Strong project coordination, problem-solving, root cause analysis, and cross-functional communication skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities, schedules, budgets, and project milestones effectively.Interview Process: One round of video interview via Microsoft Teams.BenifitsMedical | Dental | Vision | 401(k)EEOC Compliance:We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.Disclaimer:AI Usage Policy: Pacer Group uses AI to assist in screening applications. Final hiring decisions are made by human recruiters based on qualifications and experience.