Assistant Project Engineer Jobs in Newburgh, IN (NOW HIRING)

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We are seeking a driven Project Manager - Equipment Solutions & Support (ESS) to support the execution, coordination, and delivery of automation engineering projects. This position plays a critical role in maintaining task continuity, supporting the quoting process, and ensuring disciplined project management from concept through installation.

You will guide automated equipment projects ranging in scale, working closely with engineering, operations, and external suppliers to deliver world-class automation solutions.

Project Management & Execution Support

• Lead and organize automation projects from initial scope through delivery.
• Maintain project schedules, action logs, and status updates to ensure alignment and continuity across all teams.
• Track project performance against timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
• Support engineering teams by coordinating documentation, requirements, and technical inputs.
• Provide routine communication to corporate and plant stakeholders on project status, risk, and progress.
• Task Coordination & Workflow Management
• Develop and manage action plans that drive accountability and on-time completion.
• Ensure clear task handoffs and seamless workflow between mechanical, electrical, controls, and operations teams.
• Facilitate targeted cross-functional collaboration to maintain project momentum.
• Identify gaps in processes and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Quoting & Scope Development Support
• Assist engineering and plant teams in defining accurate scopes of work for new projects.
• Support estimating and quoting activities by gathering requirements and validating system needs.
• Coordinate with vendors and integrators to align proposed solutions, costs, and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a technical field or equivalent hands-on experience.
• 3-5+ years of prior project management experience in manufacturing or engineering.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work across teams and plants.
• Highly organized, detail-focused, and comfortable managing multiple priorities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, goal-oriented environment.
• Experience with ISO or structured quality systems is a plus.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with automation in injection molding, thermoforming, or blow molding.
• Exposure to AutoCAD or other design tools.
• Prior experience developing automated equipment solutions.
• Familiarity with project management tools (Microsoft Project, Wrike, etc.).
• Prior leadership or team-coordination experience.
• Understanding of safety risk assessment processes.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work on large-scale, high-impact automation initiatives.
• Collaborative environment with strong cross-functional support.
• High-visibility role with opportunities for professional growth.
• Work on cutting-edge automation technology in a fast-moving environment.

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When you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:

• Medical, dental and vision plans

• Flexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employees

• Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location

• Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program

• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

• Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits

• Paid Parental Leave

• Retirement Savings Plan with company match

• Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)

• Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)