Project Engineer Manager

Project Engineering Manager

Kurita America is part of the Kurita Group, one of the leading water solutions providers in the world. Established in 1949, the Kurita Group is comprised of an international network of approximately 8000 employees located in 18 countries. Located in Minneapolis, MN, Kurita America brings innovations to market through a holistic water management approach, incorporating state-of-the art equipment, chemistries, engineering, and services to conserve natural resources for a better, more sustainable world. Kurita's corporate philosophy is to study the properties of water, master them and create an environment in which nature and humanity are in harmony. The Project Engineering Manager leads the engineering and technical execution of water treatment system projects from proposal through commissioning. This role manages a team of engineers and drives collaboration across departments to deliver high-quality, cost-effective, and timely project outcomes. Location: Brooklyn Park, MN Compensation: $80,000-$120,000 Schedule: Monday-Friday, 3-4 days in office, 1-2 days remote

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all engineering activities throughout the project lifecycle, from reviewing sales proposals, estimates, and customer specifications to ensuring that technical requirements are clearly defined and executed
• Supervise and approve system design decisions, including the selection and sizing of pumps, valves, meters, and related equipment
• Provide high-level technical guidance in areas such as water chemistry, hydraulics, and instrumentation to support system troubleshooting, customer discussions, and corrective actions
• Oversee the preparation, review, and approval of Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), General Arrangement Drawings, and other key design documents
• Ensure manufactured equipment conforms to project requirements and provide engineering calculations as required
• Assist Purchasing with the qualification process for new suppliers to expand Kurita America's equipment capabilities and assist in the development of new standard product offerings
• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of engineers involving employee lifecycle responsibilities
• Performance of other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of water treatment experience or industrial equipment experience preferred
• 1-2 years of experience in management or leadership
• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or related technical program
• Excellent attention to detail. Strong communication skills and ability to lead design focused teams
• Proficient in AutoCad or Solidworks & Microsoft Office
• Registration as a Professional Engineer preferred, or ability to attain registration
• Physical and Mental requirements: Required to sit for extended periods of time
• Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities EEO/AA/F/M/Vet/Disabled