Purpose of the Role

The Special Projects Engineer serves as a force multiplier across the manufacturing network, blending the analytical rigor of a Productivity Engineer with the judgment and influence of a seasoned operations leader. This role is accountable for leading complex, high-impact initiatives that improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and capacity.

Core Responsibilities

1. Strategic Problem Solving & Project Leadership

Lead complex, cross-functional projects with high ambiguity. Translate challenges into structured plans and measurable outcomes. Drive execution from concept through implementation and stabilize critical initiatives when required.

2. Manufacturing Excellence & Productivity

Drive asset utilization, throughput, and ROI improvements. Apply lean and industrial engineering methods such as flow optimization and line balancing. Scale improvements across multiple sites.

3. Stakeholder Leadership & Influence

Build alignment across plant leadership, engineering, supply chain, and executive stakeholders. Communicate complex topics clearly and influence without authority.

4. Change Leadership & Organizational Capability

Act as a change agent to challenge existing processes. Lead workshops and develop organizational capabilities through training, mentoring, and standardization.

5. Innovation & Skunkworks Execution

Prototype and validate new ideas and process improvements. Partner with engineering and automation teams to advance manufacturing capabilities and develop future opportunity pipelines.

Critical Skills & Attributes

Systems thinking, operator mindset, influence without authority, resilience, data-driven decision making, and strong customer focus.

Scope & Impact

Operates across a multi-site network with high visibility to senior leadership. Responsible for leading large, high-value projects and influencing both short-term performance and long-term strategy.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering required.
•  7–12+ years of experience in manufacturing, operations, or continuous improvement.
• Proven success leading complex initiatives in multi-site environments.

Requirements

• Part time position 25 hours per week; across all US and Canadian Doors plant locations.
• Travel required 50-75%
• Resident office position and preferred to live near a major airport

About Owens Corning  

Owens Corning is a branded building products leader with three complementary market-leading businesses providing roofing, insulation, and doors primarily for residential markets in North America and Europe. The company operates with an integrated go-to-market strategy and a unique set of OC Advantages™ – including its iconic brand, unparalleled commercial strength, leading technology, and winning cost position – to help customers win and grow in the market. Owens Corning is committed to helping build better and achieve more through winning partnerships, leading performance, and engaging people. Founded in 1938 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Owens Corning is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: OC). For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com.

Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer. Except in limited circumstances such as formal apprenticeship programs, Owens Corning does not employ anyone under the age of 18.