Project Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Project Engineer

Reporting directly to the CAPEX & New Business Initiatives Program Manager, the Project Engineer will plan, lead, and be responsible for the capital project management at Cremer North America. This key role within the organization entails technical project management, process implementation, and the establishment of clear communication channels and direction between teams and key project team leaders. This position will work to coordinate plans, schedules, and engineering activities during project development and sustaining activities within a GMP environment. As the Project Engineer, you will use experience in leading cross functional teams to constructively engage with team members and external vendors to drive continuous improvement and business growth throughout the organization.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Education, Credentials, Licenses:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or chemical engineering or relevant field.
• PMP Certification preferred

Kind & Length of Experience:

• 3-5 years of project management in a chemical or consumers good manufacturing environment
• Excellent analytical, logical, and project management skills. High level of personal credibility at all levels of the organization
• Strong project management, supervision, time management, and prioritization skills with the ability to define, build, and adhere to successful development processes
• Excellent knowledge of design and visualization software
• Solid decision making and leadership skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in changing communication style based on audience
• Familiarity with rules, regulations, best practices and performance standards as it relates to engineering
• Safety management mindset

PERFORMANCE MEASURES AND STANDARDS

• Prepare, schedule, coordinate and monitor the assigned engineering projects
• Determine project specifications by studying project design, customer requirements, performance standards, completing technical studies, and preparing cost estimates
• Drive project planning and project development activities with accurate and clear budget and resource planning models
• Maintain project schedule by studying project plan, specifications, and calculating time requirements
• Analyze and improve project management practices and processes through root cause analysis and a systems-focused approach
• Manage and lead assigned project team members in daily activities; communicate and coordinate activities along cross-functional boundaries
• Execute multiple complex projects from concept through requirements, design, development, testing, and deployment
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to address project-specific challenges while aligning with broader program objectives. Monitor and control risks to ensure successful project execution
• Develop and follow a Project Management Plan; set team project goals, plan project deliverables, establish project schedules and milestones, and manage all aspects of project schedule including risk with critical focus on safety and quality
• Prepare project status reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends recommending actions
• Monitor compliance to applicable codes, practices, policies, and performance standards and specifications
• Formulate realistic parameters for each project, including design elements and implementation procedures
• Support efforts to implement and maintain the RC14001/EHS&S management system
• Maintaining a safe and secure workplace and meet environmental site requirements
• Support the EHS&S objectives and targets, and any specific action plans or management programs assigned
• Understand the EHS&S risks and impacts of the employee’s job and functional area, including appropriate controls and procedures
• Report accidents and incidents to a supervisor or the EHS&S department
• Participate in required EHS&S training.
• Participate in contractor qualification for capital projects, including appropriate RC14001/EHS&S considerations
• Initiate Management of Change (MOC) per requirements
• Follow the hierarchy of controls for risk management
• Conduct training, coordinate communication and update/develop documentation prior to process implementation
• Promote continual improvement
• Other duties as assigned

Cremer North America Training Required

• We will follow the company written training program for this position.

Customer Service, Teamwork & Code of Conduct

• Maintain a safe, legal and environmentally protective operation;
• Listen to and work closely with customers, suppliers, and employees;
• Respond quickly to customer concerns;
• Follow set guidelines for GMP, quality and safety requirements;
• Maintain training on applicable procedures in quality, GMP, and safety;
• Provide flexible and innovative strategies to support new business opportunities;
• Be cost effective in the utilization of our resources, thereby contributing to the profitability of Cremer North America and our customers;
• Strive for continued improvement.
• Willing and eagerness to learn and grow with the organization;
• Maintain positive “Can Do” attitude

We are an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, disability, age, marital status, disabled veteran or Vietnam era veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, pregnancy, including child birth or any related condition, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state, federal or local laws.