Scope of the Role
The Project Engineer Manager provides direction and coordination for the Engineering department to ensure engineering work supports customer requirements and internal standards. This position exists to strengthen engineering capability through disciplined execution, continuous improvement, and effective use of technology within a 10 + years experience in plastics industry environment.

Key responsibilities include planning and controlling engineering projects; reviewing designs for compliance; approving design changes, specifications, and drawing releases; assigning engineering resources across project phases; coordinating schedules, technical development, testing, and issue resolution; preparing interim and closeout reports; estimating part costs and entering data into MRP; scheduling mold sampling and part layouts for customer approval; supporting quoting with Sales; managing budgets; and coaching and developing engineering staff.

Required qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline
- 10 + years experience in plastics industry

Apply today to discuss how your leadership and technical depth can help advance our engineering outcomes.Daily Operating Rhythm
In this onsite, Monday-Friday role in DeForest, WI, your day typically begins by reviewing project status and prioritizing engineering support needed for active programs in a 10 + years experience in plastics industry setting. You will spend focused time evaluating drawings, specifications, and change documentation, then align stakeholders on timing and technical risk. Midday often includes cross-functional touchpoints-engineering, production, quality, and sales-to maintain clear communication and keep commitments visible. Later, you will review cost inputs and MRP entries, confirm sampling and layout timing, and close the day by documenting progress and decisions so teams can execute consistently.Total Rewards
Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage; 401(k); Life Insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA); Competitive Salary; and Paid Time Off (PTO)-structured to support long-term financial planning and personal time away from work for professionals with 10 + years experience in plastics industry.