Project Engineer

Job Title

Contributes to the cost effectiveness of plant operations through the planning, design, and management of capital projects to include the initiation and design of equipment, processes and building modifications; the resolution of equipment related process difficulties.

Essential Functions

• Manage capital investment budget and projects
• Identify opportunities to improve plant and process efficiencies including facilities and grounds
• Responsible for the justification and management of capital projects
• Coordinate the technical and practical aspects of engineering projects
• Assures implementation of engineering controls to meet federal, state and local environmental, health and safety regulations
• Maintain and improve plant safety through investigation, recommendation and selection of processing equipment
• Implement process equipment modifications and building improvements
• Control and document periodic facility process regulatory inspections
• Provide training and safety related materials and equipment to the skilled trades

Supportive Functions

• Other assignments as delegate or assigned by management
• Some travel required both domestically (occasionally) and internationally (rarely)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to effectively interact with contractors and vendors in a friendly, positive manner
• Must be organized, detail oriented and willing to take initiative
• General knowledge of machine tools, such as engine lathes, milling machines, band saws, MIG/TIG/Stick welding, plasma/acetylene torch cutting, electrical meters and all skilled trades hand tools

Education/Experience Guidelines

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar Engineering degree required
• Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Business Administration preferred
• Minimum 5 years related experience in engineering management in a manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with AutoCad, Rockwell RSLogix Automation software, Rockwell PanelBuilder software, and SAP maintenance software preferred
• Working knowledge of the following; 1) Federal, state and local safety regulations for machine design and guarding; 2) NFPA and NEC regulations for process equipment and facility electrical power distribution and controls; 3) NFPA 25 fire protection systems design/maintenance regulations; 4) NFPA 654 industrial ventilation and combustible dust regulations; 5) NFPA 68 industrial ventilation explosion venting regulations; 6) EPA regulations for refrigeration equipment; 7) EPA regulations for air and waterborne contaminate emissions

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Equal Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Statement:

Sumitomo Bakelite North America Holding Inc., and all its affiliate companies, is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination. We do not discriminate based on race, color, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, marital status, age, military or veteran status, genetic information, height, weight, familial status or any other applicable legally protected characteristics.