Mechanical Project Engineer

Work Location: Savannah, Georgia
Shift: No
Department: EL-PS-OST Engineering

Hiring Manager: Patrick Birmingham
Recruiter: Tina Ceci

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Your Role:

We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Project Engineer to join our team at the Savannah location. This critical role will focus on planning, coordinating, and executing mechanical engineering projects, ensuring they meet technical specifications, budgets, and established quality standards. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and ensure the successful delivery of projects. All activities will prioritize high-quality standards, driving innovation and the adoption of advanced technologies while ensuring the integrity of infrastructure assets. The engineer will maintain rigorous standards for safety, environmental compliance, and operational excellence. They will champion continuous improvement initiatives, including project management. Specific Responsibilities Include:

• Collaborate with teams and coordinate with contractors, suppliers, and regulatory authorities to ensure mechanical designs meet technical specifications, regulatory standards, and facilitate smooth project execution
• Manage budgets, timelines, and resources effectively for all project components while monitoring progress and providing regular reports to identify and address potential issues
• Conduct risk assessments and implement safety measures throughout each project phase, ensuring compliance with relevant codes and standards through quality inspections
• Offer technical support and guidance to maintenance and engineering teams, staying informed about the latest engineering technologies and industry best practices
• Participate in the development of CAPEX requirements for annual budgeting and long-term planning (5-year outlook)
• Driving continuous improvement and operational excellence by identifying and implementing process enhancements within the engineering and manufacturing environments
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency, minimize waste, and improve product quality through innovative engineering solutions while ensuring compliance with Standard Operating Procedures, Management of Change, and addressing Customer Complaints and Corrective/Preventive Actions
• Work closely with local business partners to guide activities in production, procurement, and finance, and collaborate with global counterparts to promote harmonization and Best Practice Sharing

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or other engineering disciplines
• 3 + years of experience in mechanical project management

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, systems, and components.
• Knowledge with Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
• Experience in project management skills, including budgeting and cost management
• Ability to manage multiple tasks or projects simultaneously while demonstrating exceptional problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills, with a proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
• Proficiency in using AutoCAD (Computer-Aided Design) software
• Awareness of industry-specific codes and regulations
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, marital status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and programs relating to recruitment and hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Any applicant or employee who believes they have been discriminated against by the Company or anyone acting on behalf of the Company must report any concerns to their Human Resources Business Partner, Legal, or Compliance immediately. The Company will not retaliate against any individual because they made a good faith report of discrimination.