Sr. Mechanical Project Engineer
The Staff Mechanical Project Engineer provides leadership and execution for demanding implementation and engineering work within your respective areas. Your efforts will be focused on capital expenditure project execution, leading the projects, and providing overall technical direction and engineering support for maintenance and process improvement. This experienced Staff Mechanical Project Engineer has experience with developing both theoretical and practical knowledge of capex project execution, mechanical engineering, and manufacturing processes.
This Staff Mechanical Project Engineer reports to the Central Engineering and Capital Manager. This role is driven by self-directed work and collaborative efforts with a team of Engineers, Technical staff, maintenance, and leaders across the organization.
Responsibilities:
In this role, you will:
- Coordinate capex project execution including scope, scheduling and budget management.
 - Lead the design, installation, and commissioning of new and revised equipment.
 - Engineering support for maintenance & process improvement efforts.
 - Lead and participate in problem solving efforts with multi-discipline technical staff, maintenance and production.
 - Incorporate SMART Manufacturing principles and tools into automated inspection systems to improve processes, data collection/analysis, and drive quick results in recovery improvements.
 - May mentor employees to increase their knowledge of equipment and process, when needed.
 
Qualifications:
You have:
- BS degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Ag Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, or Biomedical Engineering from an accredited institution.
 - Minimum of 7 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
 - Proven track record leading, managing & executing projects including design, installation, and commissioning.
 
Experience managing external vendors and contractors who provide design, material, installation, and other support functions
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