Regional Mechanical Project Engineer

Lhoist•Henderson, NV

19d•Onsite

About The Position

At Lhoist North America, our core values of Respect, Courage, and Integrity are more than words. We respect people, encourage courageous innovation, and uphold integrity in everything we do. If these principles resonate with you, you may find your next great opportunity with us. We believe our people make the difference. That’s why we invest in talent by offering meaningful opportunities to grow your skills, expand your knowledge, and pursue your interests. Our work environment prioritizes safety, fosters collaboration across teams, and embraces inclusion. Here, you’ll be challenged to grow, and you’ll be supported throughout your career journey. Join us and help shape the future of Lhoist North America.

Requirements

Strong understanding of safety and environmental regulations, and the desire to follow all established procedures.
High energy level, comfortable performing multifaceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities.
Knowledgeable in all phases of plant design, process evaluation, equipment application and construction management.
Proficient in statistical process control and data analysis.
Technical aptitude and strong analytical skills.
Detail oriented with problem solving.
Able to work effectively in a cross-disciplinary way with all levels of the organization.
Able and willing to spend time in the plants working with the Operators, Supervisors, and Managers.
Excellent communication, presentation, and technical writing skills.
Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project, and AutoCAD.
Ability to travel to plant sites about 60-70% of the time.
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or other technical related field or equivalent work experience.
Five (5) to Seven (7) or more years of prior project management and/or engineering experience in heavy manufacturing and/or mining processes with the focus around safety, productivity, and costs compliance or savings.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineering Registration (P.E.), CAPM or PMP certification.
Advanced degree preferred.
Lime, cement, or minerals industry process experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage capital improvement projects at existing operations.
Prepare scope of work documents for projects assigned.
Provide expertise in evaluation of potential projects including the selection of new equipment, new technology, and process innovations.
Execute feasibility studies and conceptual design (pre-engineering studies).
Develop cost estimate or direct the work of an engineering firm to develop the estimate.
Scope, define and write standards & specifications for basic and detailed engineering.
Review and challenge basic & detailed engineering studies.
Develop Capex Requests for new improvement projects.
Ensure capital projects are completed on time and within budget.
Support Engineering and manage the capital projects.
Develop conceptual design for small projects.
Provide mechanical engineering expertise and experience in design of new equipment and modifications of existing plant infrastructure.
Review mechanical and electrical design details of proposals submitted by design engineers and contractors.
Review and approve fabrication drawings for projects.
Review reliability engineering function at the Plants and develop systems to improve reliability management.
Work with the Maintenance Managers at the Plants to develop major maintenance priorities.
Identify ways to increase productivity in Maintenance through improvements in work processes, techniques and tools.
Prepare CERs for capex projects, primarily focused on investments to support process improvement.
Assist Finance with technical supporting data for CAFÉ forms on these and other applicable projects.
Support the plants’ budgeting process for capital by helping to identify needed projects that will lead to overall improved process efficiency.
Travel to the different Plants and Terminals as required for on-site technical evaluations.
Lead investigations to determine the root causes of equipment failures.
Track implementation of recommendations for changes and improvements.
Perform engineering duties supporting various disciplines including process, production/manufacturing, electrical, automation, quality and maintenance (reliability).
Develop material balances, preliminary layouts and equipment lists.
Assist the operating personnel in evaluating new equipment and technology.
Provide facts & data for evaluating system improvement opportunities.
Assist with implementation of system improvements & projects.
Develop Standard Operating Procedures for approval.
Formulate and present technical training.
Provide assistance and design guidance with safety practices in mind.
Other duties as assigned.