Project Engineer

James Hardie • Chicago, IL

12d

About The Position

The Project Engineer is a key member of the Global Engineering & Construction team, enabling delivery of the company’s Standards Program and strategic initiatives. The role partners with Global Engineering, Procurement, R&D, Finance, and technical teams across the global plant network to support team and operational goals. The position reports to the Sr. Director of Global Engineering Programs & NPI.

The Project Engineer leads the Global Standards Governance Process, project manages development of technical standards, leads large capital project reviews, and manages special projects with a focus on project risk management. The role requires strong project management, results delivery, cross-functional collaboration, sound business judgment, and effective application of work processes. Travel may be up to 30%; Chicago is the preferred location.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Statistics, or Finance.
• At least 3 years of experience with increasing engineering-related responsibilities.
• Working knowledge of Fiber Cement operations and processes.
• Project management experience.
• Ability to travel up to 30%.

Nice To Haves

• Chicago is the preferred location.

Responsibilities

• Partner with global cross-functional technical teams to develop standards.
• Coordinate standards committee activities and manage the governance process, including detailed tracking of standards development.
• Manage the workflow of an external Technical Writer in alignment with the standards-development roadmap.
• Provide regular updates and visibility on Standards Program progress to all levels of the organization, as needed.
• Support the network rollout of Autodesk Vault by ensuring successful integration at each site.
• Manage engineering and plant integrations for highly visible special projects, working with cross-functional leadership teams.
• Identify and communicate risks to cost, schedule, and scope, and develop mitigation plans from FEL2 through the Hypercare stage.
• Collect and report performance metrics on assigned projects through designated Key Performance Indices and analysis.
• Monitor and control projects to meet stated business objectives and metrics commitments.

Benefits

• Eligible to participate in a bonus plan.
• Day-one medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
• Vacation and company holidays.
• 401(k) with 6% match.
• Employee Stock Purchase plan.
• Parental leave.
• Wellness programs.

What This Job Offers

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