Mechanical Project Engineer II

Greif•Alsip, IL

1d•$103,900 - $176,800•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

Typically possesses Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Engineering (Mechanical Engineering Preferred)
5-7+ years of Project Engineering in manufacturing environment with practical expertise in mechanical, 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 is relating to control of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
Related background and experience in project engineering and management (planning, prioritization, and implementation).
Experience leading medium projects. Project examples include new equipment, machine rebuilds, process upgrades and automation cell design and complete manufacturing line install.
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 understanding and follow electrical diagrams,
Good knowledge of electrical components, instrumentation, and their application to mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
Ability to follow controls, programing logic as it pertains to the manufacturing processes,
Fundamental knowledge of electrical codes
Good communication skills for creating, delivering project ideas and solutions and foster a positive relationship
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

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree a plus
Spanish speaking is a plus

Responsibilities

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 taking in consideration 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.
Develop all project related documentation and hand over packages.
Develops projects which optimizes 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 implement equipment safety standards, risks, and procedures.
Supports equipment safety upgrades as needed in the plant network.
Supports commitment-based safety.
Promotes 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 projects execution to scope.
Provide technical consultation to plant maintenance groups pertaining to installation, trouble shooting, process control and repair of equipment.
Can be sent to a facility with minimal guidance, establish and implement robust improvement plans.
Performs other duties as assigned.