Project Engineer Sr

Wells Enterprises • Le Mars, IA

6h

About The Position

The Senior Project Engineer manages medium- to large-budget or complex projects and serves as a resource for customers facing complex technical issues. On large or complex projects, the role supports the project manager as part of the project team and is responsible for the project’s technical success. The position leads project planning and execution, start-ups, project-team coordination, technical problem solving, engineering standards, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• At least 7 years of manufacturing or discipline-engineering-related experience.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies, project management processes, customer processes, discipline engineering particulars, and process improvement capabilities.
• Skills in decision-making, advanced computer use, crucial conversations, statistical analysis, root cause analysis, team building, coaching, and mentoring.
• Ability to work independently and in teams, perform engineering calculations and analysis, and maintain attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of detailed project charters and plans, validate business cases, coordinate RFPs and contracts, conduct feasibility studies, optimize scope, assess risks, and use MS Project to manage assigned projects.
• Manage projects to budget and schedule, coordinate internal resources and external contractors and vendors, communicate project status, address gaps, manage risks and scope changes, and ensure safety and regulatory commitments are met.
• Own project start-up activities, develop start-up plans and targets, engage internal customers, and ensure affected personnel are trained and documentation is ready before start-up.
• Assign project-team roles and responsibilities, drive accountability, develop qualified teams, leverage subject-matter experts, and ensure work follows engineering standards and specifications.
• Address complex organizational and technical issues through disciplined problem solving, troubleshooting, and collaboration with company groups, vendors, subcontractors, and consultants.
• Apply and improve engineering standards, specifications, documentation, processes, and procedures, using lessons learned from projects to recommend changes.
• Develop and advance continuous-improvement concepts for system safety, maintainability, reliability, and efficiency, researching new technology with internal groups, manufacturers, and suppliers.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits supporting health and financial wellness.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Eligible employees may receive an annual incentive bonus based on company performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed