Project Development Engineer

Company: Midwest Industrial Supply, Inc. www.MidwestInd.com Location: Canton, Ohio Reports To: CEO / Advanced Stabilization BUAbout Midwest Industrial SupplyMidwest Industrial Supply is a privately held, founder-led industrial innovation company with 50 years of experience serving mining, industrial, and unpaved infrastructure markets across North America. The company is widely recognized for its technical leadership in dust control, soil stabilization, and unpaved infrastructure performance solutions—delivering environmentally responsible outcomes in demanding operating environments.With a strong-retained customer base and deep technical credibility, Midwest is entering its next phase of growth, focused on expanding new-business revenue while preserving the trust and performance standards that define the brand.As a market leader in dust control, soil stabilization, and engineered surface solutions for critical infrastructure environments, the company is launching two high‑growth venture businesses:Unpaved Road StabilizationAlternative Hard‑Surface Runway SystemsThese ventures represent strategic growth pillars for the company, requiring disciplined commercialization, technical execution, and evidence generation to advance through defined new venture stage gates to successful inclusion for future long-term strategic growth.Midwest has retained The OReilly Group to identify a uniquely capable technical‑commercial builder - someone who can operate in ambiguity, integrate engineering with field execution, and create repeatable, referenceable success.Midwest’s Stabilization Business for Remote Roads and Runways Highlightsdominant player in the market with over 500 successful completionsin the market since 2001, first to offer an alternative paving option to nothing in areas with unstable surfaceactive in every Canadian province, working with government entities in all of them, including Transport Canada, the national regulating bodyCompleted runways in Canada and Alaska plus remote roads in Arizona, California, Colorado, Iowa, Nevado, Ohio, Utah and many moreProprietary products include EnviroKleen, EK35, and Secure35, among others, all have patent protectionProprietary construction practices: Recently the Alternative Hard Surface Runway Project under Secure 35 has US and Canadian patents on the construction processOver 40 other active patents related to stabilizationOpportunityThe Project Development Engineer – Advanced Stabilization Solutions is accountable for leveraging the success of the company and executing high‑value road and runway stabilization projects that showcase the company’s distinctive and innovative developments in this field. Working with the company’s innovation leaders, this role is the next stage in translating breakthrough developments into practical, scalable solutions that deliver real-world impact. This is not a traditional sales role. It is a venture execution role working with company’s innovation leaders that must generate proof of:RepeatabilityMargin improvementScalable business potentialThe role integrates commercial development, technical execution, customer management, and structured learning capture. Success is measured not by volume, but by quality of opportunities, execution excellence, and evidence creation that advances the ventures toward scale.This role requires end‑to‑end ownership of multiple projects, integration of sales and execution, and disciplined problem‑solving within a defined system. Key decision making that ensures efficiency and effectiveness within the organization is crucial for this role. Activities are prioritized with actionable plans with clear milestones and performance metricsKey ResponsibilitiesOpportunity Development & Market CreationIdentify and pursue only ICPs (ideal customer profile) ‑ aligned opportunities in roads and runwaysEngage engineers, owners, contractors, and Tier‑1 EPCsDisqualify aggressively to protect margin and repeatabilityBuild early demand signals that validate market fitSolution Selling & Commercial ConversionSell engineered outcomes, not productsPosition solutions as alternatives to traditional practices delivering required performanceQuantify lifecycle value, performance, and cost‑to‑operate advantagesConvert opportunities into high‑quality, referenceable projectsProject Execution OwnershipOwn delivery from sale → execution → performance validationEnsure strict adherence to Midwest engineering and field standardsCoordinate internal teams, contractors, inspectors, and ownersValidate performance and ensure projects meet specTechnical–Commercial IntegrationTranslate engineering requirements into field‑ready execution plansAlign customer expectations with technical realitiesIdentify risks, gaps, and improvement opportunitiesFeed structured learning back into engineering and venture leadershipBuilding Repeatable SuccessConvert executed projects into case studies, playbooks, and reference modelsBuild a portfolio of repeatable customer and project typesGenerate the evidence required for stage‑gate advancement Experience & Background5–10 years in civil construction, soil stabilization, engineered systems, or technical‑commercial rolesProven ability to manage projects end‑to‑endStrong field execution understanding (equipment, soils, QC/QA, safety)Experience with DOTs, airports, EPCs, or large infrastructure owners preferredDemonstrated success in early‑stage or venture‑style environmentsA bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or a related field is preferred.Functional and Leadership CharacteristicsIntegrates sales + technical + operational responsibilitiesStrong engineering‑to‑execution translation skillsHigh accountability and ownershipSystems thinker with disciplined learning captureComfortable with ambiguity and venture‑stage paceWhy Join MidwestA rare opportunity to shape the future of a technically respected and innovated solution within market-leading company.The chance to leverage a history of success in the surface stability market.A culture grounded in accountability, collaboration, and delivering real-world results.Compensation & BenefitsMidwest offers a competitive executive compensation package and comprehensive benefits designed to support professional and personal well-being. Equal Employment PolicyMidwest Industrial Supply’s hiring and employment practices are based on job qualifications, performance, and/or conduct without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, height, weight, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.For immediate and confidential consideration, please contact ve Oreilly, eve@oreillysearch.com, 843.683. 3397. In Nanoloc Molecular Binding Matrix, Soil Stabilization, Soil-Sement® by Matt Lyons April 14, 2026Midwest Industrial Supply has been delivering big results in the world of dust control and soil stabilization technology since unveiling our transformative Soil Sement formula in 1978. Unlike anything that had (or has) existed before, this chemistry-backed solution has been the breakthrough for numerous applications – dust suppression for an entire underground copper mine, soil stabilization for vital roadway networks connecting remote villages, or fines preservation to secure gravel runways that exist in the farthest reaches of northern Canada.Regardless of the climate, activity level, or aggregate soil composition, Soil Sement remains the undisputed champion, achieving up to 95% dust suppression and up to 40% improvement in load bearing capabilities for roads and runways. Even with big results, the success behind this revolutionary system takes a molecular perspective. We’re diving deep into the internal performance engine behind Soil Sement known as our Nanoloc™ Molecular Binding Matrix. For full article: https://blog.midwestind.com/soil-sement-nanotechnology-under-the-microscope/