Plant Project Engineer

Kaiser Aluminum•Heath, OH

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Plant Project Engineer will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing engineering projects within a heavy industrial facility. This role ensures projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in compliance with all regulatory and quality standards. The Project Engineer acts as the technical liaison between management, contractors, and operations teams. The individual in this role will report to the Maintenance and Engineering Manager and have responsibility for supervising contractors and hourly employees as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering (mechanical, electrical, civil, or related discipline).
Five plus (5+) years of experience in project engineering within heavy industrial, manufacturing, or metal facilities.
Strong knowledge of industrial equipment, systems, and construction practices.
Heavy to light manufacturing maintenance experience-including machining, fabrication, pipe fitting, mobile equipment, and electrical.
Familiarity with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory requirements.
Centralize Maintenance Management System (CMMS)- Maximo Preferred
Request for funding documentation.
Strong PC skills, including Windows, Word, Excel, AutoCAD.
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and organizational skills.
Proven ability to work in teams.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Experience in a Union environment.
Be energetic, disciplined and focused on a team building operational organization.
Have well developed interpersonal and business partnering skills, with the ability to quickly adapt to, be accepted by, and interrelate with the organization at all levels.
Is able to maintain a high level of output without sacrificing quality of work.
Be able to adapt and respond effectively to changing priorities in an intense manufacturing environment.
Is steadily improving the department’s contribution to the organization

Responsibilities

Promote and enforce strict adherence to safety protocols.
Ensure projects meet environmental, health, and safety regulations.
Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.
Develop detailed project scopes, schedules, and budgets.
Coordinate engineering design, procurement, and construction activities.
Monitor project progress and implement corrective actions when necessary.
Provide engineering expertise in mechanical, electrical, civil, or process systems.
Review and approve technical drawings, specifications, and vendor documentation.
Ensure compliance with industry codes, standards, and facility requirements.
Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and management teams.
Manage contractors and vendors to ensure quality and timely delivery.
Communicate project status updates to leadership and stakeholders.
Transfer and support project information into the operating and maintenance process.
Identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce costs, and enhance reliability.
Support facility upgrades, expansions, and modernization initiatives.