Assistant Project Engineering Manager

About the role

Tyler Union, a division of McWane, Inc., manufactures and distributes ductile iron fittings, joint restraints and valve boxes. The Assistant Project Engineering Manager leads engineering and capital projects in the foundry and machining operations, combining hands-on technical project management with leadership, mentorship and oversight of Project Engineering staff, including junior engineers and interns. Projects must be completed safely, on time and within budget, aligned with business goals and the McWane Way.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and support engineering projects from concept through commissioning, covering planning, budgeting, scheduling, risk assessment and resource allocation
• Evaluate, select and integrate new technologies, automation systems and process improvements, and track the ROI of capital investments
• Manage and mentor engineers, junior engineers and interns, assign work, monitor workloads, give performance feedback and support hiring, training and onboarding
• Work with production, maintenance, quality and operations teams, and advocate for resources and capital funding with leadership
• Conduct design reviews, validate technical accuracy, review and approve deliverables, drawings and specifications, and maintain project documentation
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, safety and quality standards, support ISO and regulatory audits, and assist in capital planning

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Materials or Metallurgical preferred); Master's preferred
• At least 7 years of engineering experience, with 2-3 years in a supervisory or mentoring role
• Foundry, metals, machining or heavy manufacturing experience strongly preferred
• Experience managing multiple projects, budgets and engineering teams
• On-site in a foundry environment with exposure to heat, noise and industrial equipment; occasional travel to supplier sites or industry events

Required skills

• Strong technical foundation in engineering principles, manufacturing processes and project management
• CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks) and project management tools
• CAPEX and OPEX management, risk assessment and ROI tracking
• PMP certification or equivalent project management training desirable

What we offer

• Health, life, dental and vision insurance, disability coverage, vacation and holiday pay
• 401(k) plan
• All candidates offered employment must submit to a drug screen, physical and background check