Industrial Project Engineer

Bekaert

$75K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or related field.
  • 3-5 years of experience in maintenance or related field.
  • Proven experience in project management and CAPEX execution.
  • Knowledge of metal forming, fabrication, and welding processes.
  • Familiarity with ISO 9000, ISO 14001, and OHSA standards.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate internal resources and external vendors for project execution.
  • Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
  • Develop project scope and objectives with stakeholder engagement.
  • Manage project budgets and monitor financial performance.
  • Create detailed project plans to track and communicate progress.
  • Conduct risk management to identify and mitigate project risks.
  • Maintain project documentation and evaluate performance against goals.

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities such as training and conferences.
  • Support for acquiring Project Management Professional (PMP) / PRINCE II certification.
  • Strong emphasis on teamwork and stakeholder engagement.
  • Opportunity to work on diverse and impactful industrial projects.
Full Job Description
Purpose and Mission

Lead the implementation and management of Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) and other industrial projects across BBRG North America sites in alignment with local, regional and global leadership. Responsibilities include overseeing building and infrastructure developments, machine installation, continuous improvement initiatives, and compliance-related projects. The role encompasses full project lifecycle ownership, including scope definition, contractor selection and management, scheduling, budgeting, and cost control to ensure successful and timely project execution.

Key Activities and Responsibilities

  • Coordinate internal resources and external third parties/vendors to execute industrial projects effectively.
  • Ensure all projects are delivered on time, within defined scope, and within approved budget.
  • Support the development of project scope and objectives by engaging relevant stakeholders and validating technical feasibility.
  • Develop, propose, and manage project budgets.
  • Monitor financial performance and adjust project constraints as necessary based on financial analysis.
  • Ensure adequate resource planning, availability, and allocation throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Create and maintain detailed project plans to monitor, track, and communicate progress.
  • Manage changes to project scope, schedules, and costs using appropriate evaluation and approval processes.
  • Measure project performance using relevant metrics, tools, and methodologies (PWA, Blue Book, ...)
  • Report project status, issues, and escalations to management as required.
  • Maintain effective relationships with project owners and all stakeholders to ensure alignment and engagement.
  • Conduct proactive risk management to identify, assess, and mitigate project risks.
  • Establish and sustain strong working relationships with third-party contractors and vendors.
  • Prepare and maintain comprehensive project documentation throughout all project phases.
  • Delegate project tasks based on individual strengths, skills, and experience levels.
  • Track and evaluate project performance against short-term goals (scope, time, budget) and long-term objectives (sustainability, total cost of ownership, output improvements).
  • Apply and continually develop leadership, communication, and project management skills.
  • Attend conferences, training sessions, and professional development opportunities to maintain and enhance proficiency.
  • Develop and maintain spreadsheets, diagrams, and process maps to document project needs and workflows.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.


Skills

  • Excellent supplier-facing and internal communication skills
    Excellent written and verbal communication skills
    Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills
    Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
    Project Management Professional (PMP) / PRINCE II certification is a plus


Previous Experience

  • Proven working experience in project management and CAPEX plan execution
    Project Management ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in maintenance or a related field


Qualifications and Education

  • Bachelor's degree in degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field.

Knowledge of metal forming, fabrication, and welding

Understanding of wire and wire rope manufacturing

Familiarity with ISO 9000, ISO14001 and OHSA standards

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