Tyler Union- Senior Project Engineer

Tyler Union, a division of McWane, Inc., has proudly served the waterworks industry for over a century, specializing in the manufacturing and distribution of ductile iron fittings, joint restraints, and valve boxes is looking for a Senior Project Engineer for its Anniston facility. Tyler Union's main manufacturing facility is located in Anniston, AL.

The Senior Project Engineer will manage complex engineering projects within the foundry or machining areas, focusing on process improvement, equipment upgrades, and new technology implementation. This role requires a deep understanding of foundry operations, metallurgy, and manufacturing systems. The ideal candidate will drive innovation and ensure project alignment with strategic goals.Proactively promotes The McWane Way principals, values, and behaviors and lives the Compass Culture.

This is a salaried non-exempt position, with an excellent benefits package with health, life, dental, and vision insurance, short-term and long-term disability, vacation, holiday pay and 401(k).

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All candidates offered employment must submit to a drug screen, physical, and background check.

General Duties and Responsibilities

• Promote and uphold The McWane Way principles, values, and behaviors.

• Adhere to safety protocols outline in the Tyler Union Safety Management Program.
• Assist supervisors and managers in maintaining a safe and healthy work environment.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Follow ergonomic and safe lifting techniques.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report any issues.

Job Specific Duties and Responsibilities (Other duties may be assigned.)

• Develop and oversee project plans, budget proposals, risk assessments, and timelines from concept through deployment.
• Oversee technical project execution: perform design reviews, verify technical accuracy, and uphold quality assurance standards.
• Foster agile processes continuously improve team efficiency and workflow.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams-product management, QA, operations-to align engineering goals with business objectives.
• Advocate to secure needed resources, facilitate capital investment proposals, and represent engineering perspectives to leadership and stakeholders.
• Effective Management of CAPEX & OPEX by applying comprehensive approach to budgeting, planning, and financial management of projects.
• Track the return on investment (ROI) of capital assets more accurately and assess the efficiency of operational spending, adjusting strategies accordingly.
• Collaborate with maintenance, production, and quality teams to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
• Develop and maintain project documentation including scope, schedules, budgets, and risk assessments.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Evaluate and integrate new technologies and automation systems.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and interns.
• Support capital expenditure planning and justification.

Supervisory Responsibilities

May directly supervise engineers or others, as assigned. Carry out managerial responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field (Master's preferred).
• Proven experience (Minimum of five years) in engineering roles, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
• Strong technical foundation-familiarity with engineering principles, project management methodologies, and quality standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills-capable of motivating teams and collaborating effectively across functions.
• Demonstrated project and resource management experience, including budgeting, risk analysis, and milestone tracking.
• Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks) and project management tools.
• Foundry or heavy manufacturing experience preferred.
• Certification PMP certification or equivalent project management training is desirable.

Physical & Cognitive Abilities

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting.
• Primarily on-site in a foundry environment with exposure to heat, noise, and industrial equipment.
• Occasional travel to vendors, sister facilities, or industry events.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor, and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL - sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA - gender identity), (In CA- gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.