Entry-Level Project Engineer, Packaging

Barry-Wehmiller•Roseville, CA

About The Position

BW Design Group is a fully integrated architecture, engineering, construction, system integration, and consulting firm committed to helping our clients realize their most critical goals from Strategy to Commercialization. As the only firm born from a manufacturing technology company to become an independent and fully integrated firm, we combine deep domain expertise in the manufacturing environment with an approach that is built to serve the dynamic needs of our clients. Rooted in our distinct culture of Truly Human Leadership, we cultivate the leaders who will define tomorrow and partner with our clients in the food & beverage, life sciences, industrial, and advanced technology industries to build the future of manufacturing and technology. Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world. You will join one of our 45 offices in the US, be part of a committed team of over 1500 professionals, and work in teams and directly with our clients doing work that is shaping the world around us. You will be welcomed into a rapidly growing business and team and empowered to make an impact. You will be valued, cared for, and challenged on your path to becoming a world-class professional consultant and surrounded by leaders who are committed to creating an environment that enables you to realize your own success and fulfillment. When you join Design Group as an Entry- Level Project Engineer, you are joining a team that will challenge you and position you for growth. In this role, you will work with a team of industry experts to help the world’s leading companies solve their most difficult problems. You will join our Packaging Systems Practice and partner with seasoned leaders, technical specialists, and subject matter experts to deliver the highest quality solutions to our clients with consistency and accuracy.

Requirements

The ability to successfully organize and execute multiple project responsibilities
Solid communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with management, clients, and vendors
Strong analytical skills and a basic understanding of project management fundamentals
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and AutoCAD
A willingness to travel for project requirements including installation and start-up activities, client and company sponsored meetings, trainings, industry related seminars, forums, and conventions
A bachelor of science in mechanical or chemical engineering, or a related technical degree

Nice To Haves

Co-op or project experience with packaging lines, automation, or manufacturing applications (preferred)
Co-op or project experience in the food, dairy, high speed beverage/brewery, pharmaceutical, or consumer products environments (preferred)

Responsibilities

Assume responsibility for all aspects of project execution including line layout engineering, mechanical design, vendor/contractor management, estimation, justification, equipment procurement, schedule management, project finances, budgeting, site management, integration, implementation, acquisition, installation, start-up, and troubleshooting, in compliance with local, state, federal, and international regulations
Conduct yourself with integrity in pursuit of individual and business goals
Become a passionate and successful business family member
Develop equipment design and specifications, design equipment support systems, and handle bid analyses
Lead communications with vendors (OEMs) and contractors to implement innovative automation solutions
Provide engineering solutions for continuous improvement objectives using industry standard tools and procedures (change control, ROIs)
Evaluate existing packaging operations and drive projects in order to provide immediate ROI and improve productivity
Identify and specify required tooling and/or packaging equipment within designated timelines
Maintain and grow solid client relationships
Convert information into project documentation and manage integration of packaging automation lines
Lead project teams
Procure equipment and develop material handlings methods
Manage vendors and contractors
Make an impact day-to-day with your skills and expertise, strengthening that relationship with our clients and team