DATE: Jul 10, 2026
LOCATION: Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States, 17603
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Company: Armstrong World Industries
Primary location: Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Relocation offered: No
Employment status: Full-Time
Travel: 26%-50%
Non-compete: No
Location: Lancaster, Pennsylvania
The estimated base salary range for this role is $105,000 to $132,000 per year.
Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience and other relevant factors (salary may be adjusted based on geographic location)
Sr. / Principal Project Engineer (Mechanical)
Armstrong World Industries (AWI) has a job opportunity for a Senior/Principal Mechanical Project Engineer in Lancaster, PA. The Senior/Principal Mechanical Project Engineer will be responsible for leading and executing projects relating to manufacturing equipment and processes. Additionally, the Senior/Principal Mechanical Project Engineer will have the opportunity to work closely with various teams within the organization, including AWI’s manufacturing, Innovation, New Product Development, plant and operations staff, along with outside suppliers.
What You’ll Be Doing
Lead and execute major capital projects, ensuring delivery to established cost, schedule, safety, and performance objectives
Specify production equipment and partner directly with vendors to:
design
procure
install
commission assets for new and existing production lines
Support capital projects from concept development through installation, commissioning, and start-up
Investigate equipment and process issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to improve operational reliability and performance
Apply mechanical engineering and precision maintenance principles to support safe, reliable, and efficient manufacturing operations
Participate as a key member of cross-functional project teams across engineering, maintenance, operations, and external vendors
Drive rapid and sustainable process improvements through participation in Lean and Agile initiatives
Mentor and develop engineers and maintenance personnel on:
technical standards
engineering best practices
precision maintenance principles
Support plant reliability initiatives, asset condition programs, and other corporate operational improvement efforts
Collaborate closely with plant engineering, operations, maintenance, and business stakeholders to meet customer and operational requirements
Provide technical leadership and guidance to less-experienced engineers across plant and corporate engineering teams
Support project estimating, capital budgeting, cost tracking, and project financial management activities
What Will Make You Successful
Strong mechanical engineering knowledge with hands-on manufacturing and industrial project experience
Proven ability to successfully lead capital projects from planning through execution and start-up
Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Excellent problem-solving and root cause analysis capabilities
Ability to collaborate effectively across engineering, maintenance, operations, vendors, and leadership teams
Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to clearly communicate technical concepts and project updates
Hands-on approach with the ability to work effectively in active manufacturing environments
Strong focus on:
safety
reliability
lifecycle asset performance
continuous improvement
Ability to mentor and develop less-experienced engineers and technical personnel
Adaptability and willingness to travel to support project execution across multiple locations
What Makes You Stand Out
Experience leading large-scale capital projects within manufacturing or industrial environments
Strong knowledge of precision maintenance and reliability-centered maintenance principles
Experience supporting equipment installation, construction, commissioning, and manufacturing start-up activities
Lean Practitioner certification or demonstrated experience utilizing Lean manufacturing tools
Engineer in Training (EIT) and/or Professional Engineer (PE) certification
Experience developing and managing:
project cost estimates
capital budgets
cost control initiatives
Experience preparing and reviewing equipment and construction specifications
Strong background working with SAP or similar ERP systems
Experience working in cross-functional engineering and operations environments
Ability to drive process improvements through Agile and Lean methodologies
Proven ability to mentor engineering and maintenance teams on technical best practices
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in:
Mechanical Engineering
or equivalent engineering discipline required
5–7 years of project planning and execution experience within manufacturing or industrial environments required
Experience leading cross-functional teams including:
engineering
maintenance
operations
external vendors
Hands-on experience supporting:
equipment installation
construction
commissioning
manufacturing start-up activities
Experience with:
SAP
ERP systems
capital project estimating
cost control
Strong project management experience required
Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to multiple audiences
Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 50% based on project needs
EIT and/or PE certification preferred
Lean Practitioner certification or Lean manufacturing experience preferred
Why should you join Armstrong World Industries?
Armstrong World Industries (AWI) is an Americas leader in the design and manufacture of innovative interior and exterior architectural applications including ceilings, specialty walls and exterior metal solutions. With approximately $1.4 billion in revenue, AWI has about 3,700 employees and a manufacturing network of 21 facilities in North America.
At home, at work, in healthcare facilities, classrooms, stores, or restaurants, we offer interior solutions that help to enhance comfort, save time, improve building efficiency and overall performance, and create beautiful spaces.
For more than 160 years, we have built our business on trust and integrity. It set us apart then, and it sets us apart now, along with our ability to collaborate with and innovate for the people we're here to serve - our customers, our shareholders, our communities and our employees.
We are committed to developing new and sustainable architectural solutions, with design and performance possibilities that make a positive difference in spaces where we live, work, learn, heal and play. It's an exciting, rewarding business to be in, and we're committed to continue to grow and prosper for the benefit of all of our stakeholders. We hope you join us.
Our Sustainability Ambition
"Bringing our Purpose to Life" - lead a transformation in the design and building of spaces fit for today and tomorrow.
We are committed to:
Engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce;
Transforming buildings from structures that shelter into structures that serve and preserve the health and well-being of people and planet;
Pursuing sustainable, innovative solutions for spaces where we live, work, learn heal and play;
Being a catalyst for change with all of our stakeholders; and
Making a positive difference in the environments and communities we impact.
About the location (Lancaster PA)
Lancaster, PA. A great central location in South Central Pennsylvania, Lancaster is ideally situated for easy access to major metropolitan cities such as Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington DC, and New York City. Lancaster offers a vibrant arts and entertainment community with wonderful historic sites, B&Bs, museums, great shopping, entertainment venues and restaurants.
Armstrong is committed to engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce. As part of our dedication to diversity, AWI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard for race, sex, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at by email at AWI talent acquisition and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
Come and build your future with us and apply today!
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