Project Engineer

CREATIVE WERKS LLC•Elk Grove Village, IL

40d

About The Position

This position is under direct management of the Engineering Projects Manager. The Project Engineer will assist with managing CW’s Capital Expenditure (CapEx) Projects as well as other relevant project initiatives that need Engineering support. Project Engineers will act as liaisons between a project’s design phase and implementation, ensuring all technical specifications are met and all project requirements are adhered to. These projects often involve new production lines or facility modifications, and the Project Engineers play a crucial role in ensuring these projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required specifications.

Requirements

Excellent MS Office proficiency
Strong project management and process optimization skills
Proficient in the use of AutoCAD or a similar 2D CAD program
Ability to work in a multi-functional team environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to technical and non-technical persons
Demonstrated leadership capability, ability to influence others and professional maturity
Ability to exercise good judgement in high pressure, sensitive situations
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze project risks effectively and implement resolutions
Strong time management skills required
Must be self-motivated with high degree of initiative
Attend all food safety training sessions (GMP, SQF, HACCP, Allergen, Food Facility Security, Preventing Foodborne Illness)
Participate in company GMP walks
Enforce company rules regarding food safety and monitoring
Bachelor of Science Degree or equivalent in the Engineering / Technology Field from an accredited College or University
Experience in successful project management of Capital Expenditure Projects
Operate standard office equipment
Reach with hands and arms
Lift up to 25 pounds

Nice To Haves

Experience in a manufacturing environment, particularly within the Food Industry is preferred
Knowledge and experience with plant operations, packaging and processing equipment

Responsibilities

Provide initial project development including concept, design, layouts, cost estimating, cost justification, research and selection of the best equipment, and project submittals with timelines and contingencies
Manage capital expenditure projects: develop scope, budget and timing for each project, review the needs of the projects with the users, fine-tune project budget based on preliminary engineering work
Create general project schedule, line layout using AutoCAD, project Gantt Charts, and coordinate installation activities with internal Facilities, Maintenance and Operational Teams
Search and qualify potential vendors for equipment and installation, select from potential vendors utilizing competitive bidding processes
Submit requests for purchase orders, requisitions and contracts for all project commitments and manage vendor relationships
Travel to vendor sites to participate in Factory Acceptance Testing and validations
Manage outside vendors and contractors and ensure resources remain on schedule, the work is being performed per site safety procedures, and the requirements of the purchase orders and contracts are being met
Manage and direct the installation of new equipment throughout commissioning and line startup. Once equipment is stable, ensure a smooth handoff to Maintenance & Production teams
Provide high-level project updates to management teams
Work with the Process and Reliability Engineer to identify investment opportunities that have a strong business case & ROI and that improve our operations thru: reducing scrap, increasing output, reducing downtime, reducing labor and improving quality
Assist the Sales Technical Expert to assist with the estimation of Capital for new Opportunities
Assist CapEx Request Sponsors thru the CapEx Gate Process to ensure that requests have a strong Business Case & ROI (where applicable) and that a Post-Project Review is coordinated (when applicable)
Maintain facility Air & Electrical Capacities and Demand-Monitoring
Maintain and update all facility layouts in AutoCAD
Work closely with the Safety Manager to ensure new and existing equipment complies with cw safety standards
Perform other duties as assigned by Management