Project Engineer

Project Engineer

Joining Collins Aerospace isn't just about finding a job; it's about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology.

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers' toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

The Project Engineer is responsible for contributing to the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of the Facilities Engineering department, which along with the associated manufacturing departments are responsible for limiting process downtime, extending equipment life, and selecting new equipment that supports the production process. This position is expected to impact business level objectives, assist in setting and achieving departmental objectives, assist in the development of strategic plans, and have an impact across multiple sites.

The Project Engineer will complete engineering design of projects, assist in facility planning, implement continuous improvement projects, and support preventative maintenance, mechanical integrity and Process Safety Management programs.

This position reports to the Facilities Engineering Manager.

This is an onsite position located in Pueblo, CO.

Relocation assistance is available.

What You Will Do

• Identify and manage projects in the $5K to $10M+ range for the Facilities and Operations areas.
• Track project expenses and timelines to plan and budget.
• Lead cross-functional and cross-site teams including engineering, maintenance, quality, and production.
• Develop equipment, systems, processes, and procedures for Pueblo facility and other Carbon Operation sites.
• Utilize knowledge of engineering and process industry to complete equipment selection, system layout, design and P&ID's.
• Prepare presentations and communicate proposed projects and their associated risks to the management team.
• Develop detailed requests for quotations for engineering services, facilities, equipment, and construction services.
• Review and address internal and external customer requirements as they relate to Facilities and Operations needs.
• Assist the Environmental, Health, and Safety department in ensuring that all environmental regulations are met.
• Design and manage installation of site infrastructure modifications.
• Assist the Instrumentation department in specifying and implementing instrumentation and control equipment.
• Ability to work in a self-directed capacity while managing multiple projects.
• Interface with and manage vendors and suppliers for cost effectiveness.
• Assist other departments and complete other duties as assigned.
• Promote and lead Continuous Improvement / CORE activities.
• Maintain a high commitment to quality, thoroughness and efficiency in all work aspects.
• Observe and follow all quality, environmental, health and safety procedures.
• Comply with all other Collins policies and procedures

Qualifications You Must Have

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• CAD experience, preferably AutoCAD.
• Experience with Engineering drawings, Work Instructions, Specifications.

Qualifications We Prefer

• BS in Engineering, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering
• Distributed Control System programming experience.
• Lean Manufacturing (CI / CORE) experience
• Project management experience
• Ability to read Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
• Comprehension of complex process and facilities problems, apply creativity and drive towards problem resolution.
• Experience communicating in both oral and written formats
• Experience with business applications software such as the MS Office products.
• Previous experience with contactor management.

What We Offer Benefits

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• And more!