Project Engineering Sr. Technician / Sr. Engineer / Sr. Supervisor

Umicore

$90K — $120K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS in Engineering, preferably in Mechanical, Industrial, or Chemical discipline
  • 4-6 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, SAP, and CAD software
  • Knowledge of Project Management principles
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines and competing priorities
  • Strong data analysis and report compilation skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead and execute Project Engineering tasks effectively
  • Oversee projects from concept to completion within timeline and budget
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve objectives
  • Develop equipment specifications and process designs for capital projects
  • Review and approve engineering drawings and technical documentation
  • Ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements
  • Conduct risk assessments and safety reviews through MOC and PHA processes

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment fostering idea-sharing and employee development
  • Commitment to an inclusive culture offering equal opportunities
  • Support for career advancement within a leading global organization
  • Competitive benefits package reflecting individual contributions
Full Job Description
Job Purpose

The Project Engineering role manages engineering projects from conception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.

Stretegic Focus:
  • Capacity Expansion and Debottlenecking: Increase plant throughput to support business growth while maximizing utilization of existing assets.
  • Product Portfolio Growth: Enable the introduction of new products and manufacturing capabilities that support business diversification and growth.
  • CapEx Execution Excellence: Build a disciplined project execution model that consistently delivers projects safely, on schedule, and within budget.
  • Reliability and Asset Improvement: Improve plant reliability and reduce unplanned downtime through strategic investments.


Key Responsibilities

  • Executes and/or leads work in the area of expertise Project Engineering.
  • Manages engineering projects from conception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.
  • Collaborates with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals effectively.


Engineering & Technical Leadership

  • Develop equipment specifications, process designs, P&IDs, and technical scopes of work for plant modifications and capital projects.
  • Review and approve engineering drawings, calculations, vendor documentation, and technical deliverables.
  • Ensure all engineering designs comply with applicable company standards, industry codes, regulatory requirements, and good engineering practices.
  • Lead Management of Change (MOC), Process Hazard Analyses (PHA), risk assessments, and safety reviews to ensure risks are identified and minimized prior to implementation.


Qualifications & Education

  • BS Engineering; Preferred Mechanical, Industrial, or Chemical focus
  • 4-6 Years Experience in manufacturing environment
  • Computer literacy (Microsoft Office, SAP, CAD)
  • Familiarity with Project Management principals
  • Must be able to manage multiple deadlines with competing priorities
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Proven ability to analyze/interpret data and compile reports

Personal skills
  • Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization
  • Ability to prioritize and work independently with minimal supervision
  • Safety and Quality mindset to achieve results
  • Self-motivated and goal oriented
  • Work within Umicore Core Values (Courage, Collaboration and Accountability)
  • Capable of taking leadership responsibilities while maintaining relationships with colleagues and direct reports
  • Capable of mediating between employees and managers to maintain good relationships
  • Conflict management


What we offer

We aim to lead the way. Not just for our customers, but for our employees too. That is why we strive to create a collaborative environment in which we can all succeed, and a culture through which we can all share ideas, develop our expertise and advance our careers. We engage in building an inclusive work culture that offers equal opportunities for all employees irrespective of their diverse backgrounds. As you would expect from a world-leading organisation, we will also reward your contribution with a competitive salary and benefits. With all this and more, imagine what you could do?

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