Project Engineer Development Program

Vulcan Materials Company • Roswell Township, SD

9h

About The Position

The Project Engineer Development Program supports engineering and capital projects at quarry production and Operations facilities. The role involves learning to draft, design, and update 2D and 3D CAD drawings for processing plant layout modifications; supporting CapEx projects involving structural modifications, mechanical upgrades, and infrastructure development; and working with functional groups such as welding and fabrication, Process Control Engineering, and Electrical teams. The position also assists with engineering calculations, project estimates, bills of materials, and cost assessments for review by senior engineering staff.

The role includes routine field inspections and structural condition assessments, shadowing Project Engineers during plant audits of crushing, screening, washing, and conveying systems, and assisting with reliability evaluations, critical spare asset needs, and continuous-improvement efforts. The Project Engineer Development Program coordinates with contractors, vendors, and field personnel and prepares project status reports, technical documentation, and meeting minutes. Other engineering duties may be assigned in support of quarry production and engineering goals. Travel varies based on projects, and the employee must be willing to travel.

Requirements

• A BS degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Mining Engineering is strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to diagnose complex issues.
• Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills.
• Advanced computer skills, including spreadsheets, Google Suite, and Microsoft Office.
• Some experience with CAD software such as AutoCAD or SolidWorks.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to utilize resources effectively.
• Ability to solve problems creatively and effectively; detail oriented; follows through on commitments and solves problems in a timely fashion.
• Must be willing to travel; travel varies based on projects.
• Planning and scheduling skills to manage time and projects to meet deadlines.
• Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve work-related issues efficiently and effectively using practical knowledge, experience, and hands-on skills.
• Ability to analyze complex problems and situations, identify underlying patterns and key issues, question assumptions, and draw evidence-based conclusions.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively verbally and in writing, listen actively, and tailor messages to the audience.
• Ability to act decisively and support collaboration across the company to accomplish objectives, vision, mission, and values.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a mining, industrial, or construction environment or similar fields is preferred but not required.
• Previous internships in construction-related industries are preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Draft, design, and/or update 2D and 3D CAD drawings for processing plant layout modifications.
• Support site CapEx projects, including structural modifications, mechanical upgrades, and infrastructure developments.
• Work with functional support groups, including welding and fabrication, Process Control Engineers, and Electrical groups, on business projects.
• Compile engineering calculations, project estimates, bills of materials, and cost assessments for review by senior engineering staff.
• Conduct routine field inspections and assess structural site conditions.
• Shadow Project Engineers during plant audits to evaluate crushing, screening, washing, and conveying systems.
• Assist with reliability evaluations, critical spare asset needs, and continuous-improvement initiatives for Operations facilities.
• Assist in coordinating external contractors, equipment vendors, and field personnel on site projects.
• Prepare project status reports, technical documentation, and meeting minutes for cross-functional operations teams.
• Perform other engineering duties as assigned to support quarry production and engineering goals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level