Project Engineer

Project Engineer

Reporting directly to the CAPEX & New Business Initiatives Program Manager, the Project Engineer will plan, lead, and be responsible for the capital project management at Cremer North America. This key role within the organization entails technical project management, process implementation, and the establishment of clear communication channels and direction between teams and key project team leaders. This position will work to coordinate plans, schedules, and engineering activities during project development and sustaining activities within a GMP environment. As the Project Engineer, you will use experience in leading cross functional teams to constructively engage with team members and external vendors to drive continuous improvement and business growth throughout the organization.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Education, Credentials, Licenses:

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or chemical engineering or relevant field.

PMP Certification preferred

Kind & Length of Experience:

3-5 years of project management in a chemical or consumers good manufacturing environment

Excellent analytical, logical, and project management skills. High level of personal credibility at all levels of the organization

Strong project management, supervision, time management, and prioritization skills with the ability to define, build, and adhere to successful development processes

Excellent knowledge of design and visualization software

Solid decision making and leadership skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in changing communication style based on audience

Familiarity with rules, regulations, best practices and performance standards as it relates to engineering

Safety management mindset

PERFORMANCE MEASURES AND STANDARDS

Prepare, schedule, coordinate and monitor the assigned engineering projects

Determine project specifications by studying project design, customer requirements, performance standards, completing technical studies, and preparing cost estimates

Drive project planning and project development activities with accurate and clear budget and resource planning models

Maintain project schedule by studying project plan, specifications, and calculating time requirements

Analyze and improve project management practices and processes through root cause analysis and a systems-focused approach

Manage and lead assigned project team members in daily activities; communicate and coordinate activities along cross-functional boundaries

Execute multiple complex projects from concept through requirements, design, development, testing, and deployment

Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to address project-specific challenges while aligning with broader program objectives. Monitor and control risks to ensure successful project execution

Develop and follow a Project Management Plan; set team project goals, plan project deliverables, establish project schedules and milestones, and manage all aspects of project schedule including risk with critical focus on safety and quality

Prepare project status reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends recommending actions

Monitor compliance to applicable codes, practices, policies, and performance standards and specifications

Formulate realistic parameters for each project, including design elements and implementation procedures

Support efforts to implement and maintain the RC14001/EHS&S management system

Maintaining a safe and secure workplace and meet environmental site requirements

Support the EHS&S objectives and targets, and any specific action plans or management programs assigned

Understand the EHS&S risks and impacts of the employee's job and functional area, including appropriate controls and procedures

Report accidents and incidents to a supervisor or the EHS&S department

Participate in required EHS&S training.

Participate in contractor qualification for capital projects, including appropriate RC14001/EHS&S considerations

Initiate Management of Change (MOC) per requirements

Follow the hierarchy of controls for risk management

Conduct training, coordinate communication and update/develop documentation prior to process implementation

Promote continual improvement

Other duties as assigned

Cremer North America Training Required

We will follow the company written training program for this position.

Customer Service, Teamwork & Code of Conduct

Maintain a safe, legal and environmentally protective operation;

Listen to and work closely with customers, suppliers, and employees;

Respond quickly to customer concerns;

Follow set guidelines for GMP, quality and safety requirements;

Maintain training on applicable procedures in quality, GMP, and safety;

Provide flexible and innovative strategies to support new business opportunities;

Be cost effective in the utilization of our resources, thereby contributing to the profitability of Cremer North America and our customers;

Strive for continued improvement.

Willing and eagerness to learn and grow with the organization;

Maintain positive "Can Do" attitude

We are an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, disability, age, marital status, disabled veteran or Vietnam era veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, pregnancy, including child birth or any related condition, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state, federal or local laws.