[Hiring] Project Engineer II @Greif

Role Description

Reporting to the Regional Engineering Manager, this role will be responsible for supporting creative engineering solutions to production process issues through the modification and improvement of existing equipment and subcomponents, or the design and development of new products. Utilize Engineering background to lead projects, develop and implement equipment or process improvements and other engineering functions within the assigned region. Position requires a balance between hands-on and analytical engineering skills.

Key Responsibilities - Extensive Travel Required

• Manages the development and execution of several concurrent medium complexity (2+ MUSD) projects, including scope development, requirements specifications, schedule, estimating cost, and tracking budget and resources.
• Plans other technical activities relating to the project to ensure safety, regulatory, and policy requirements are met.
• Designs and develops basic mechanical layouts while considering specifics to new products or manufacturing process requirements.
• Suggests improvements to existing equipment or processes.
• Defines and drafts project technical requirements specification to aid the acquisition of assets and services.
• Develops all project-related documentation and handover packages.
• Develops projects which optimize manufacturing processes, including process control, set-up, changeover, automation, die development, new equipment selections, and lean manufacturing workflow improvements to enhance productivity, cost efficiency, reliability, and safety.
• Participates with the internal EH&S resources to identify and implement equipment safety standards, risks, and procedures.
• Supports equipment safety upgrades as needed in the plant network.
• Supports commitment-based safety and promotes the use of all PPE by employees, ensuring guards and safety features are working, and good daily safety practices and habits.
• Interfaces and coordinates internal and external stakeholders, discusses proposals, solutions, and manages project execution to scope.
• Provides technical consultation to plant maintenance groups pertaining to installation, troubleshooting, process control, and repair of equipment.
• Can be sent to a facility with minimal guidance, establishing and implementing robust improvement plans.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Engineering (Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering Preferred); Advanced degree a plus.
• 5-7+ years of Project Engineering in a manufacturing environment with practical expertise in mechanical and electrical engineering.
• Mechanical engineering knowledge and its application, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment, and component design.
• Hands-on experience with set-up, troubleshooting, changeover, automation, and die optimization.
• Experience with new product development, design, trials, and material selection.
• Basic electrical experience as it relates to control of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Experience within the Steel Manufacturing Industry a plus!

Requirements

• Related background and experience in project engineering and management (planning, prioritization, and implementation).
• Experience leading medium projects, including new equipment, machine rebuilds, process upgrades, and automation cell design.
• Experience with developing detailed plans to improve plant reliability, robustness, and profitability.
• Ability to learn and develop Greif internal process and product requirements knowledge, support trials, and suggest material selection.
• Ability to understand and follow electrical diagrams.
• Good knowledge of electrical components, instrumentation, and their application to mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to follow controls and programming logic as it pertains to manufacturing processes.
• Fundamental knowledge of electrical codes.
• Good communication skills for creating and delivering project ideas and solutions and fostering positive relationships.
• Good understanding of OSHA, all regulatory compliances, and industrial safety practices.
• Good understanding of financial details related to ROI, NPV.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD 2D and 3D.
• Advanced use of Microsoft Office tools, MS Project, Smartsheet’s.
• Spanish speaking is a plus.
• Extensive travel required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including competitive core benefits.
• Paid time off.
• A range of local benefits for eligible colleagues.