Mechanical Project Engineer

Company: Austin Allen Company
Location: Battle Creek
Posted on: January 10, 2021

Job Description:

Mechanical Project Engineer - Paper Machine Mill Salary $80,000 - $95,000 + Excellent Benefits & Relocation Package to the Midwest As the Mechanical Project Engineer, you will play a pivotal leadership role in planning, design, cost estimating, budgeting, scheduling, and supervision of projects assigned by the Engineering Manager. This position is in a large mill and belongs in the group of engineers that covers the entire mill. Responsibilities include: -- Provide project management including the development, planning and execution of capital and expense projects as assigned. -- Develop knowledge and mechanical expertise on paper machine/converting equipment and plant utility and support equipment including waste handling, compressed air, and lubrication. -- Carry out job responsibilities in a safe manner. Review and ensure equipment/processes meet safety codes, policies, and guidelines. -- Support equipment installation/modification and related start-up activities, provide mechanical engineering leadership to resolve problems, troubleshoot, and optimize the installation/modification process to meet project objectives and schedules. -- Support the definition, implementation, optimization, and maintenance of a documentation system for mechanical drawings and other manufacturing systems. -- Develop and conduct training programs with operation, maintenance, and engineering personnel to increase process knowledge, troubleshooting capability, and understanding of mechanical and manufacturing control systems. -- Identify and solve bottlenecks within the process as related to manufacturing. -- Develop technology approaches that support improved plant efficiency, process improvement, and manufacturing flexibility. -- Review equipment and processes to identify required spare parts and coordinate ordering with maintenance/stores to minimize downtime. -- Perform failure analysis of mechanical equipment and machines to implement reliability improvement actions items. -- Effectively track and manage project costs within established budgets. -- Develop and effectively communicate project status reports on an as required basis. Job Requirements:Qualifications:-- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.-- Minimum 5 years of work experience providing mechanical engineering project management in technical and industrial paper manufacturing assignments is preferred, with a strong--preference for tissue manufacturing experience.-- Experience in troubleshooting mechanical drive systems, general machine design, engineering calculations, converting packaging equipment and manufacturing support equipment-- Skilled with computer software including AutoCAD, MS Excel, MS Word, SAP, MS PowerPoint -- Ability to work independently and to execute programs in a cross functional environment-- Ability to build relationships with vendors and suppliers on a national basis as well as in local areas-- Working knowledge of preventative maintenance and reliability improvement programs.-- Excellent communication skills including both verbal and written.-- Ability to effectively lead work teams as well as work as a team member-- Core Competencies should include safety work habits, quality orientation, creative & innovative thinking, problem solving, research & analysis, operating equipment, ethics & integrity, coaching & mentoring, teamwork, time management, development & continual learning, accountability & dependability, decision making & judgement, providing consultation, planning & organizing, and communication.TO APPLY: Email your resume cindy@austinallen.com OR cindyATaustinallenDOTcomin MS Word or PDF ( please remove the capital letters and replace with proper symbols ) . * All Interview, relocation, & fee expenses paid by hiring companies. Hiring companies offer excellent compensation packages, benefits, and generous relocation assistance or packages.Areas of Specialization...* Engineering * Six Sigma Black Belts * Accounting * Distribution * Human Resources* Materials / Purchasing * Quality Engineers & Managers * Manufacturing Management

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