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Project Engineer, Manufacturing

Otis


Job Location:

Florence, SC - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 21 October 2026 (19 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 18 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Date Posted:

Country:

United States of America

Location:

OT541: TFP - Florence SC 1500 Otis Way Florence SC 29501 USA

Would you like to join a truly international talent driven company that values Safety Ethics Quality Innovation and Employee Opportunity

Otis is seeking a Project Engineer Manufacturing to join our team in Florence this role you will provide advanced manufacturing engineering support for the Florence manufacturing facility leading strategic initiatives related to process optimization equipment implementation capacity expansion and new product introduction. Working independently you will drive measurable improvements in safety quality delivery productivity and cost performance. As a key technical resource you will collaborate cross-functionally with production quality maintenance supply chain testing and engineering teams to enhance manufacturing operations and support business objectives.

On a typical day you will:

  • Ensures manufacturing processes achieve safety quality productivity and uptime objectives. Leads root cause analysis and corrective actions utilizing 8D methodology with closure targets achieved within established timelines.

  • Oversees flawless implementation of engineering changes CNs and manufacturing process updates with minimal production disruption.

  • Designs and sustains robust manufacturing processes emphasizing safety ergonomics quality efficiency and Lean principles.

  • Supports certification of production yields new product introductions and cost reduction programs in conformance with company objectives.

  • Works closely with manufacturing engineering quality maintenance testing CNC programming and operations teams to resolve technical issues and improve performance.

  • Maintains project portfolios and leads continuous improvement initiatives supporting annual productivity and cost-reduction objectives.

  • Plans coordinates trains and supports production personnel during process changes equipment implementations and new product launches.

  • Provides technical support for plant layout equipment procurement automation projects equipment upgrades and feasibility studies.

  • Identifies and implements improvements in processing efficiencies capacity energy consumption safety environmental performance and operational effectiveness.

What you will need to be successful:

  • Bachelors degree in engineering (BS/BA).

  • Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering or industrial engineering preferred.

  • 3 years of manufacturing engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.

  • 5 years of manufacturing engineering experience with demonstrated project leadership and implementation responsibility preferred.

  • Proven experience leading projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel PowerPoint and Project.

  • Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and value stream mapping.

  • AutoCAD and 3D modeling experience preferred.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

  • Excellent project management and organizational skills.

  • Ability to effectively collaborate with and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization to drive change and continuous improvement.

Additional Comments:

Given the nature of the position applicants must have authorization to work in the U.S. now and in the future without sponsorship.

What we offer:

  • We offer a 401(k) plan with a generous company match and an automatic retirement contribution for your future financial security from day one of your employment you and your eligible dependents will receive comprehensive medical prescription drug dental and vision coverage.

  • Enjoy three weeks of paid vacation along with paid company holidays

  • We provide paid sick leave employee assistance and wellness incentive programs to support your well-being.

  • Life insurance and disability coverage to protect you and your family.

  • Voluntary benefits including options for legal pet home and auto insurance.

  • We offer generous birth/adoption and parental leave benefits as well as adoption assistance to support growing families.

  • Pursue your educational goals with our tuition reimbursement program.

  • Recognize and be recognized! We celebrate service anniversaries and offer spot performance bonus opportunities to show our appreciation.

If you live in a city chances are we will give you a lift or play a role in keeping you moving every day.

Otis is the worlds leading elevator and escalator manufacturing installation and service company. We move 2.4 billion people every day and maintain approximately 2.4 million customer units worldwide the industrys largest Service portfolio.

You may recognize our products in some of the worlds most famous landmarks including the Eiffel Tower Empire State Building Burj Khalifa and the Petronas Twin Towers! We are 72000 people strong including engineers digital technology experts sales and functional specialists as well as factory and field technicians all committed to meeting the diverse needs of our customers and passengers in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. We are proud to be a diverse global team with a proven legacy of innovation that continues to be the bedrock of a fast-moving high-performance company.

When you join Otis you become part of an innovative global industry leader with a resilient business model. Youll belong to a diverse trusted and caring community where your contributions and the skills and capabilities youll gain working alongside the best and brightest keep us connected and on the cutting edge.

We provide opportunities training and resources that build leadership and capabilities in Sales Field Engineering and Major Projects and our Employee Scholar Program is a notable point of pride through which Otis sponsors colleagues to pursue degrees or certification programs.

Today our focus more than ever is on people. As a global people-powered company we put people passengers customers and colleagues at the center of everything we do. We are guided by our values that we call our Three Absolutes prioritizing Safety Ethics Quality in all that we do. If you would like to learn more about environmental social and governance (ESG) at Otis click here.

Become a part of the Otis team and help us #Buildwhatsnext!

Otis is An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or veteran status age or any other protected class according to applicable law. To request an accommodation in completing an employment application due to a special need or a disability please contact us at

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Otis is a leading manufacturer and maintainer of Elevators, Escalators, Moving Walkways with world class modernization tools & service packages for buildings

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