Mechanical Project Engineer - Columbus, OH
Location: On Site in Columbus, OH, United States
Employment type: Full-time
Salary: $120,000 per year
Posted: 2 months ago
Why This Role Matters
MissionHires is hiring a Mechanical Project Engineer to lead capital equipment and process-improvement projects at a South Columbus, OH manufacturing facility. You will plan, design, and implement new installations and upgrades, integrating mechanical systems with automation, instrumentation, and controls. You’ll manage scope, bids, contractors, budgets, schedules, and outages; coordinate with Operations, Maintenance, EHS, Vendors, and Purchasing; support startup; and create training and operating procedures. Compensation: $85,000–$120,000 base + 10% bonus + paid relocation.
How You'll Contribute
- Lead mechanical design and mechanical-controls integration for plant projects
- Select equipment and develop system layouts for new installs and upgrades
- Define project scope, prepare bid packages, and evaluate/award contractor work
- Oversee contractors and vendors to ensure safe, on-time, on-budget execution
- Manage project schedules, budgets, and spending tracking
- Coordinate plant outages and support equipment commissioning and start-up
- Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Purchasing, EHS, and vendors
- Communicate project plans/status to technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Develop training materials and operating procedures for new/modified systems
What Makes You a Great Fit
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or related Engineering field
- 5+ years of capital project engineering experience (chemical or manufacturing preferred)
- Proven experience integrating mechanical systems with automation/instrumentation/controls
- Strong problem-solving and hands-on project management skills
- Ability to communicate effectively across cross-functional teams
- Willingness to work on-site in Columbus, OH (paid relocation available)
Perks & Benefits
Compensation : $85,000 - $120,000 + 10% Bonus + Paid Relocation
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Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the salary range for the Mechanical Project Engineer in Columbus, OH?
$85,000–$120,000 base plus a 10% bonus.
Is relocation offered for this role?
Yes, paid relocation is provided to Columbus, OH.
Is this position on-site or hybrid/remote?
It’s an on-site role at the South Columbus, OH facility.
What kind of projects will I lead day to day?
Capital equipment installations and process-improvement projects, including upgrades to existing systems.
How much controls/automation integration is involved?
A key focus is integrating mechanical equipment with automation, instrumentation, and control systems.
What experience is required to be competitive?
At least 5+ years of capital project engineering in a chemical or manufacturing environment.
What degree do I need for this job?
A Bachelor’s in Mechanical, Chemical, or a related Engineering field.
Who will I collaborate with on projects?
Contractors, Operations, Maintenance, EHS, Vendors, and Purchasing teams.