The Role
The Project Engineer is responsible for leading capital investment projects from concept development through implementation and successful release. This role oversees project planning, execution, contractor management, procurement coordination, shipment tracking, problem resolution, budget control, and resource management. Projects primarily support manufacturing operations through equipment installations, relocations, utility expansions, fire protection systems, and facility improvements. The position also supports Power D3 documentation including SOW, MQ1, MQ2, TPM, MSO, FMEA, DV, PV, PSO, Run & Rate, and SOP.
What You'll Do
· Lead CAPEX projects from concept through commissioning and handoff.
· Develop business cases, project plans, scope, schedule, and budget.
· Coordinate engineering activities with SMEs.
· Manage budgets, cash flow, schedules, and execution.
· Prepare RFQs and evaluate contractors and suppliers.
· Supervise contractors and ensure safe execution.
· Coordinate work during shutdowns and 24/7 operations.
· Oversee installation, commissioning, startup, and acceptance testing.
· Track equipment shipments and site delivery.
· Maintain project documentation and reporting.
· Drive continuous improvement and innovation initiatives.
· Ensure compliance with quality, environmental, health, and safety systems.
What Success Looks Like
· Projects delivered safely, on time, and within budget.
· Successful equipment startup and operational readiness.
· Complete and compliant project documentation.
· Effective stakeholder and contractor management.
Core Competencies
· Project Management
· CAPEX Management
· Risk Management
· Problem Solving
· Stakeholder Management
· Results Orientation
· Customer Focus
· Adaptability
What You'll Bring
· Experience managing industrial CAPEX projects.
· Experience with equipment installation, commissioning, and startup.
· Experience supervising electromechanical, civil, and structural projects.
· Background in heavy industrial or manufacturing environments.
Education
· Mechanical Electrical Engineering
· Electromechanical Engineering
· Mechanical Engineering
· Mechatronics Engineering
· Industrial Maintenance Engineering
· Chemical Engineering
Technical Knowledge & Skills
· Microsoft Project
· Advanced Excel
· AutoCAD
· SAP (preferred)
· Microsoft Planner
· Industrial safety standards (LOTO, confined space, hot work, heights, lifting)
· Drawing and diagram interpretation
· Commissioning & Startup
· FMEA, DV, PV, PSO, Run & Rate, SOP
About Clarios:
Clarios is the global leader in advanced, low-voltage battery technologies for mobility. Our batteries and smart solutions power nearly every type of vehicle and are found in 1 of 3 cars on the road today. With around 18,000 employees in over 100 countries, we bring deep expertise to our Aftermarket and OEM partners, and reliability, safety and comfort to everyday lives. We answer to the planet with a rigorous sustainability focus – advancing best-in-class sustainability practices and advocating for them across our industry. We work to ensure 100% of our products sold are recyclable, and we recycle 8,000 batteries an hour in our network. You can find more information here (PDF).
To All Recruitment Agencies: Clarios does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to our careers email addresses, Clarios employees or any other company location. Clarios is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Clarios, LLC is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information, please view EEO is the Law, EEO is the Law (supplement), and Pay Transparency Non-discrimination. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please email [email protected].
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Skills Required
- Experience managing industrial CAPEX projects
- Experience with equipment installation, commissioning, and startup
- Experience supervising electromechanical, civil, and structural projects
- Background in heavy industrial or manufacturing environments
- Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electromechanical, Mechatronics, Industrial Maintenance, or Chemical Engineering
- Proficiency with Microsoft Project
- Advanced Excel skills
- Proficiency with AutoCAD
- Experience with SAP
- Familiarity with Microsoft Planner
- Knowledge of industrial safety standards (LOTO, confined space, hot work, heights, lifting)
- Experience with FMEA, DV, PV, PSO, Run & Rate, and SOP processes
- Ability to prepare RFQs and evaluate contractors and suppliers
- Experience managing budgets, cash flow, schedules, and project documentation
Clarios Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Clarios and has not been reviewed or approved by Clarios.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is positioned as comprehensive, with multiple medical plan options plus dental and vision, and eligibility starting on the first day in the U.S. Coverage is also described as including mental-health resources, virtual care, and fertility treatment options.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is framed as competitive through a 401(k) match structure that is explicitly defined (full match on the first portion of contributions and partial match on the next tier). Vesting expectations are noted as something to confirm, implying the benefit is meaningful but plan specifics can vary.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental leave is described as clearly defined and fully paid for a set duration, including distinctions by delivery type. Family-oriented elements also include adoption-related benefits and dependent eligibility framed as inclusive.
Clarios Insights
What We Do
Clarios creates the most advanced battery technologies for virtually every type of vehicle. We are a global leader in advanced energy storage solutions, powering one in three of the world’s vehicles. We produce more than 150 million batteries – one-third of the industry’s output – every year, and we continue to build and expand our capacity to meet our customer’s future demand.
