Project Engineer

Project EngineerAs the Project Engineer you will be responsible for working with the Center of Excellence team to support continuous improvement initiatives and assist with the execution of Arcwood's Full Potential Plan (FPP). This role serves as a critical link between Operations, Engineering, Compliance and other key stakeholders to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, on schedule and in compliance with regulatory and Company standards.Ideal candidates will bring a strong technical background, exceptional project management abilities and effective communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and customers.Location: This position is located in our Indianapolis, IN corporate office with travel expected to our plant sites in Ohio, Indiana, Missouri, Texas, and Arkansas.Essential Functions & Requirements:Prioritizes health and safety by adhering to policies, processes, and consistently maintaining safe practicesAssists in the development of best practices in identifying, troubleshooting, and resolving all types of processes or production issuesApplies identified and developed best practices to other facilities or service centers, with goals towards standardization, cost savings, uptime improvement and a preventative maintenance approachProvides project management support on multiple projects, including RCRA compliance projects & continuous improvement initiativesOversees contractor groups to ensure that work is done safely, within project scope and budget, and accomplishes project objectivesIntegrates capital project work into operations scheduling to efficiently complete project work with minimal impact to facility operationsPrepares reports documenting project activities to satisfy regulatory requirementsAssists with the automation of current processes to control costs, drive consistency and meet demandParticipates in technical problem-solving for customers and suppliers as circumstances requireDevelops project scopes, schedules, budgets, work plans and resource requirementsPartners with the Purchasing function to ensure the global supply chain accommodates project schedules and budgetsIncorporates data analysis and problem-solving through Lean manufacturing methodologies, DMAIC, Value Stream Maps, 5-Why, Ishikawa diagrams, FMEAs and/or Kaizen to investigate issues and performance drivers to establish robust action plansParticipates in site assessments, field investigations, remediation activities, emergency response and related operations to ensure compliance with project specifications and safety requirementsProvides engineering expertise in the areas of prints, product specifications, equipment maintenance, automation, operational excellence and purchases throughout the organizationCoordinates with members of the management team and keeps them informed of project status and performance versus budget and scheduleEnsures projects are managed across multiple locations within the organizationMaintains the ability to travel as required, up to 30% of the timeTakes on additional duties as assigned to support the team and organizationEducation- Bachelor's degree in engineering (required); mechanical specialization (preferred)Experience3+ years of experience in engineering, capital project management, production and maintenance (required)2+ years of experience utilizing reliability, Lean/Six Sigma, productivity or continuous improvement principles (preferred)Benefits, Compensation & Workforce DiversityArcwood offers stability you can count on and opportunities to grow. We provide steady work, competitive pay, and above-market benefits that reflect the importance of what we do. As we continue to grow, you'll have the chance to build skills, take on new challenges, and build a career. When you join Arcwood, you join a team that honors its legacy, values hardworking people, and shows up every day to protect people, communities, and the future we share. Arcwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status, in accordance with applicable federal laws. A post-offer drug screen and background check will be required.