CAREER OPPORTUNITY:
The Mechanical Project Engineer’s responsibility includes planning, organizing, developing, and executing capital engineering projects within constraints of specific project scope and target schedule. The successful candidate will need experience in project management with technical skills to coordinate a variety of disciplines within the Engineering Department, Operations, Maintenance, Engineering Firms, Vendors and Contractors. The position also requires supporting and managing tasks associated with Management of Change projects for maintenance and operations.
HOW YOU WILL IMPACT SMURFIT WESTROCK:
Perform and or manage all Front End Planning and Detailed Design engineering for approved capital projects with the objective of meeting technical, cost, schedule, and safety goalsExecute aspects of project procurement and vendor/contractor managementOutlines project requirements and provide technical assistance on capital projects from design through completion and commissioningInspect completed installations and ensure that all projects are installed per applicable regulatory codes (OSHA, ANSI, ASME, AISC, FM Global etc.)Comply with corporate project standards and reporting timelinesCoordinate outside resources to assist with operational improvements
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or Structural / Civil Engineering)Background in leading capital projects & project management experiencePulp & Paper experience preferred but not required10+ years of experience in industrial manufacturing (any manufacturing environment)PMP Certification a plus but not requiredExcellent trouble shooting skills with a demonstrated continuous improvement mindsetStrong verbal and written communication skillsStrong interpersonal skills such as building close working relationships and minimizing conflicts through collaboration and consensus buildingJDE Experience PreferredDrafting and CAD (AutoCAD) training/experienceSupport safety and environmental compliance
Experience in four or more of the following areas:
Sizing and selection of various mechanical equipmentRotating equipment Process instrumentation systemsProcess design Structural analysisMechanics Machine DesignFluid flow systems
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Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.