Corporate Mechanical Project Engineer

Posted: 01/09/2026 Job Category:
Engineer Job Number: HA Pay Rate: $/ year

Location: Cordova, TN – Will consider relocation
Salary Range: $115,000–$130,000
Bonus: 15%
Work Arrangement: On-site
Travel: Minimum 50% travel to U.S. manufacturing facilities

Sirius Staffing is supporting the search for a Corporate Project Engineer – Mechanical to support engineering projects across multiple U.S. manufacturing facilities. This position requires strong project planning, budgeting, and sound engineering judgment, along with the ability to work across engineering, operations, and external partners. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring progress according to approved financial plans and performance expectations, while supporting safe and effective execution in operating facilities.

This role is suited for someone who has excellent communication skills and enjoys applying their engineering expertise to real‑world capital projects, from early concept through installation and startup. It is centered on end‑to‑end responsibility for capital projects, including the development and control of scope, budgets, schedules, and execution plans. Projects are typically $3 million + and candidates with experience on larger capital projects are encouraged to apply.

• Support and execute capital projects typically valued at $3 million and above, from concept development through project closeout
• Develop and maintain detailed scopes of work, ensuring engineering solutions align with operational, safety, and reliability requirements
• Develop, track, and maintain project budgets, including cost estimates, forecasting, and expenditure tracking
• Develop and maintain project schedules, identify risks to timelines, and support schedule recovery actions when required
• Prepare and support Authorization for Expenditure (AFE) requests and supporting financial documentation
• Maintain project execution plans, including milestones, deliverables, and coordination requirements
• Apply mechanical engineering judgment to evaluate technical solutions, equipment selections, layouts, and installation approaches
• Identify, document, and address project delays, cost impacts, and scope changes using formal project documentation
• Coordinate project activities through construction, commissioning, and handover phases
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, and installation plans for constructability and compliance
• Coordinate and facilitate internal and external project review meetings
• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, consultants, and internal stakeholders to support project execution
• Participate in contractor onboarding activities, including site orientation and safety presentations
• Provide technical support to manufacturing facilities, including troubleshooting, equipment assessments, and sharing best practices
• Develop an understanding of manufacturing operations, process flows, and equipment functionality
• Prepare written reports and presentations on project status, schedule performance, and budget tracking
• Support facilities during shutdowns, safety‑related projects, and other assigned engineering initiatives
• Apply applicable external codes, standards, and regulations (OSHA, NFPA, building codes, etc.)
• Support the development and application of internal safety and project standards
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned

• Completion of a n Engineering degree (Mechanical, Civil, Structural) from an accredited institution (required)
• 5+ years of working experience on capital engineering projects
• Experience working on capital projects valued
  at $3
  million or greater
• Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining project scopes, budgets, and schedules
• Ideally e xperience d in applying mechanical engineering principles in industrial or manufacturing environments
• Ability to read and interpret Civil, Structural, and Mechanical drawings
• Experience working with equipment installations, construction activities, and commissioning efforts
• Strong understanding of project documentation, cost tracking, and schedule controls
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving…