Acara-posted 3 months ago
$85,000 - $115,000/Yr
Meadville, PA
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

Acara Solutions is looking for a Project Engineer- Aluminum Melting for one of our growing clients! This is a remote position with 20% travel required. The role includes 4 weeks of onsite training in Meadville, PA, and offers a flexible salary range of $85k-$115k based on experience. The position comes with a comprehensive benefits package.

  • Review each project scope of work to identify milestones, ensure documentation completeness, and confirm compliance with regulations.
  • Review customer utility and facility drawings to ensure preparation for furnace installation/rebuild.
  • Perform design, testing, and analysis of aluminum melting and industrial heat-treating equipment.
  • Conduct thermal, structural, and performance calculations using engineering principles.
  • Originate layouts, concepts, and designs for new furnaces and modifications to existing equipment.
  • Maintain project budgets and manage expenditures.
  • Identify and manage change orders in coordination with Sales.
  • Travel domestically and internationally as required (up to 20%).
  • Serve as the technical expert for aluminum melting furnaces.
  • Develop and maintain a deep understanding of customer challenges, applications, and needs within aluminum melting.
  • Provide technical input to ensure that products meet performance, reliability, and efficiency standards.
  • Support proposals by developing specifications, estimates, and accurate technical documentation.
  • Assist with competitor analysis to strengthen SECO/WARWICK's value proposition.
  • Provide technical guidance during negotiations, installation, and commissioning.
  • Communicate directly with customers to ensure a positive project experience through clear, professional communication.
  • Partner with Sales, Product Management, and Field Service to ensure successful execution.
  • Provide support in presentations, seminars, and trade shows as needed to promote aluminum melting expertise.
  • Contribute to market share growth by identifying opportunities for process improvement and strategic enhancements.
  • 5+ years of experience in mechanical and thermal sciences, with focus on aluminum melting systems.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.
  • Independent problem-solving and project analysis skills.
  • Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and civil drawings.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and Microsoft Office.
  • Ability to manage challenges in a cross-functional, multinational environment.
  • Flexibility to travel (20%) - potentially international.
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