Senior Project Engineer - Capital Projects
No salary listed
Senior
Bachelor's, Master's
Shawano, WI, USA+1 moreMore locations: Woodstock, IL, USA
In PersonApproximately 25% travel between facilities, vendors, and other project locations.
Project & Program ManagementProject Management
No H1B Sponsorship
About the job
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical degree is required.
- At least seven years of direct project management experience in manufacturing is required.
- Experience using varied data to drive decisions is required.
- Experience with capital equipment procurement, including detailed request-for-quotation generation and return-on-investment analytics, is required.
- Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams is required.
- Proven project management skills leading multiple initiatives at various levels are required.
- Change-management skills and strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
- A basic understanding of electrical and mechanical concepts is required.
- Proficiency in two-dimensional computer-aided design drafting software, including SolidWorks and AutoCAD, is required.
- Ability to work independently with little or no supervision is required.
- Willingness to travel at least 25% is required.
Responsibilities
- Lead major initiatives across the business and functions to advance strategic objectives and long-term growth.
- Work with individual plants to review and develop economical designs and implementation plans for major initiatives and scoped projects.
- Act as an engineering lead and role model within the engineering group.
- Serve as a liaison among operations, maintenance, and outside contractors to implement major initiatives and projects.
- Identify engineering needs for key business stakeholders.
- Teach and coach employees across the business on effective approaches to engineering projects and technical problem-solving.
- Align stakeholders, remove barriers, coordinate cross-functional execution, and drive adoption to deliver sustainable business impact.
- Use internal and external resources and lead them through project phases.
- Follow Environmental, Quality, and Safety Management System procedures and requirements.
- Meet the essential job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Desired Qualifications
- A master's degree in a technical discipline or a Project Management Professional certificate is preferred.
- Advanced knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, combustion, machining, mechanical, or electrical systems is preferred.
- Experience working with Technology, Digital, and Automation Teams is preferred.
- Foundry or other metals industry experience is preferred, particularly knowledge or experience with cast iron, green sand molding, or no-bake processes.
- Experience with large brownfield or greenfield projects is preferred.
- Program management experience for large strategic initiatives spanning the business and delivering new capabilities is preferred.
- Prior supervisory experience is preferred.
- Proficiency in three-dimensional computer-aided design drafting software, including SolidWorks, is preferred.
- Training in continuous improvement methodologies or Green Belt/Black Belt certification is preferred.
About the company
Charter Manufacturing is a privately held family of metals businesses that produce steel, wire, and automotive components for automotive, construction, and industrial customers. Its products are manufactured through standard metal forming and processing steps, then supplied to clients with a focus on strong customer relationships and continuous improvement to ensure high quality and reliable delivery. The company differentiates itself through its culture of trust, empowerment, and employee engagement, which helps teams excel, innovate, and respond to challenges. Charter Manufacturing aims to deliver exceptional value to customers while protecting its team members and pursuing steady growth, even in adverse conditions.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Mequon, Wisconsin
Founded
1936
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- August 19, 2025 expansion adds four draw machines at Fostoria and one at Saukville.
- February 12, 2025 SBQ retrofit brought KOCKS blocks and advanced NDT to Cleveland.
- June 24, 2025 and November 7, 2025 awards signal energy efficiency and environmental credibility.
What critics are saying
- Setliff v. Charter Manufacturing filed March 4, 2025 alleges unpaid overtime and pay-to-shift practices.
- Expanded wire draw capacity needs two remaining machines through early 2026, delaying full payoff.
- Older family-run industrial portfolio faces existential customer loss if automotive demand weakens.
What makes Charter Manufacturing unique
- Charter Steel is North America's largest steel coil processor and fully integrated supplier.
- Charter Wire supplies Tier 1 engineered shaped wire, cold-finished bar, and stamped components.
- Charter Manufacturing bought Niles Iron in July 2024, adding scrap-recycling integration.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- 401(k) Company Match
- Paid Time Off
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance