Project Engineer, Paper Machines

Ingersoll Rand is an equal opportunity employer seeking an experienced Paper Machine Project Engineer to lead complex projects across the USA and Canada. The role involves end-to-end project execution, working closely with customers and internal teams to deliver high-performance technical solutions that meet schedule, budget, and quality expectations.

Responsibilities:

• Lead paper machine projects from contract handover through final acceptance
• Develop and manage project schedules, resource plans, and budgets
• Coordinate in-house and outsourced engineering teams to ensure timely delivery
• Identify, analyze, and proactively mitigate technical and commercial project risks
• Monitor project execution to ensure excellence in:
• Technical solutions
• Cost control
• Resource efficiency
• Health, safety, and environmental standards
• Manage project documentation, reporting, and KPI tracking
• Act as a technical point of contact for customers throughout the project lifecycle
• Apply and continuously improve project management processes and best practices
• Versatile to sell multiple vacuum brands within Gardner Denver/Nash portfolio

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Paper Science or related paper machine experience
• 5+ years of experience in paper machine project management or related roles
• Proven background in troubleshooting and executing paper machine projects
• Strong collaboration skills and a team-oriented mindset
• Solid understanding of project management tools and methodologies
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience working across cultures and managing change
• Demonstrated ability to deliver projects within defined scope, budget, and timeline
• Versatile to sell multiple vacuum brands within Gardner Denver/Nash portfolio
• Remote-based position, preferably located near a major airport
• Ability to travel by air and ground and work effectively across multiple regions