Job Description

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Engineering Project Lead

  • Job Tag: #LI-AR1
  • Posted: November 03,2025

SkyWater Search Partners has been engaged by a local organization to find an Engineering Project Lead for their growing organization! This person will play a pivotal role in the success of our client’s projects and will closely work with customers & internal teams to ensure each project is successful. This includes acting as the technical subject matter expert on projects, leading cross-functional teams throughout project lifecycles, and overseeing these projects through design, fabrication, installation & commissioning. Our client is a successful small business based in the Northwest suburbs who’s been consistently growing over the last few years (around 20%). They’re offering a solid compensation package, excellent benefits, outstanding work/life balance, and opportunities to advance your career as they continue to grow!   

Responsibilities

  • Partner with customers and cross-functional engineering teams throughout project lifecycles.
  • Act as the technical subject matter expert on projects.
  • Work closely with Project Managers (PMs) and oversee project schedules, budgets, etc.
  • Oversee project budgets, timelines, etc. and make sure projects & teams stay on track.
  • Work on continuous improvement initiatives to improve project execution.
  • Other duties or responsibilities as assigned.

Desired Skills and Experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Structural, Civil, or similar field of engineering.
  • 10+ years of engineering experience and experience with custom engineering projects.
  • Experience working with large products and steel or aluminum products preferred.
  • Proven experience leading successful engineering projects throughout their lifecycles.
  • Strong communication skills (both written & verbal).
  • Ability to occasionally travel to project sites (around 15% domestically).

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