{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"4e304660e9af43eff064b282","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/4e304660e9af43eff064b282","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/4e304660e9af43eff064b282","title":"Project Engineer","description":"Job Overview\n\nWe are seeking an experienced Project Manager to support our heat treat and thermal processing projects from proposal through execution. This role serves as a key liaison between engineering, sales, legal, procurement, and project management, ensuring contracts align with technical scope, commercial terms, and customer requirements. The ideal candidate brings a strong engineering background combined with contract management experience in a capital equipment or industrial manufacturing environment.\n\nResponsibilities and Duties\n\n(The following is a list of the main duties and responsibilities. It is not meant to serve as an all-inclusive list. This position is required to perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.)\n\nSchedule kick-off meetings internally and externally with customers\nConfirm Credit Release prior to project initiation\nCoordinate shipping schedules, manage payments, and collect receivables\nReview Bill of Materials (BOM) and collaborate with Engineering on status and completion\nDevelop and maintain detailed production schedules\nPerform cost control functions including tracking and reporting\nDefine installation scopes and act as liaison between Engineers and Vendors\nProvide field support and troubleshooting assistance\nAssist commissioning teams with preparation for start-ups\nServe as primary customer liaison throughout the contract lifecycle\nManage drawing and document transmittals\nResolve warranty-related issues\nMaintain and organize contract folder documentation\n\nRequired Qualifications\n\nBachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Metallurgical, or related field required)\n5+ years of experience in contract management, project engineering, or commercial roles within an industrial, manufacturing, or capital equipment environment\nExperience in the heat treat, thermal processing, furnace, or metallurgical industry strongly preferred\nStrong understanding of engineering scopes, technical specifications, and project execution processes\nProven experience reviewing and negotiating commercial and technical contract terms\nExcellent communication, negotiation, and cross-functional collaboration skills\nHigh attention to detail with strong organizational and documentation abilities\n\nAbout Us\n\nOur company is a leading engineering company. We are committed to innovation, quality, and excellence in everything we do. Our team is dedicated to creating cutting-edge solutions that meet the needs of our clients and drive the industry forward.\n\nFor over 100 years, Surface Combustion has been the leader in industrial heat treatment solutions. From our signature Allcase® Batch Integral Quench Furnace to tried and proven vacuum furnace options and customized engineered products, we are your source for all heat treat and thermal processing needs.\n\nWe work with all industries including agricultural, automotive, biomass, oil & gas, and powder metals and so many more. We are also an excellent resource for rebuild and retrofit services as well as maintenance and operation. Whatever your industry, whatever your precision heat treat needs, and whatever your volume, Surface is your source.","company":"Surface Combustion","rawCompany":"surface combustion","city":"Maumee","state":"OH","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-13T04:31:22.972Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-9041.00","title":"Architectural and Engineering Managers","slug":"architectural-and-engineering-managers"},{"code":"13-1082.00","title":"Project Management Specialists","slug":"project-management-specialists"},{"code":"11-9021.00","title":"Construction Managers","slug":"construction-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"332811","title":"Metal Heat Treating","slug":"metal-heat-treating"},{"code":"333994","title":"Industrial Process Furnace and Oven Manufacturing","slug":"industrial-process-furnace-and-oven-manufacturing"},{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Project Engineer","description":"Job Overview\n\nWe are seeking an experienced Project Manager to support our heat treat and thermal processing projects from proposal through execution. 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We are committed to innovation, quality, and excellence in everything we do. Our team is dedicated to creating cutting-edge solutions that meet the needs of our clients and drive the industry forward.\n\nFor over 100 years, Surface Combustion has been the leader in industrial heat treatment solutions. From our signature Allcase® Batch Integral Quench Furnace to tried and proven vacuum furnace options and customized engineered products, we are your source for all heat treat and thermal processing needs.\n\nWe work with all industries including agricultural, automotive, biomass, oil & gas, and powder metals and so many more. We are also an excellent resource for rebuild and retrofit services as well as maintenance and operation. 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