Corporate Project Engineer

Pilot Chemical Corp.; Chester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemical manufacturing firm in Chester seeks a Corporate Project Engineer to provide project engineering expertise for various plant and corporate projects. The ideal candidate will have a B.S. in Engineering, at least 5 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing setting, and strong communication and planning skills. This full-time role offers opportunities for continuous improvement and supports the company’s business goals.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in project execution within a manufacturing environment, preferably chemical.
• Proficient in drafting and project management software.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lb and work at heights up to 50 feet.

Responsibilities

• Conduct project feasibility studies.
• Develop project charters, scope, budget estimates, and schedules.
• Oversee execution and control of capital projects.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Technical drawing (AutoCAD)

Using MS Project

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Project

Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Overview

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Role Summary: This role will support the business by providing project engineering skills and resources in all levels of plant and corporate projects. They will utilize continuous improvement techniques in measuring and controlling wastes in project engineering and other related activities. This position will support and foster business policies and objectives, while insuring a positive work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct project feasibility studies.
• Preliminary project planning including development of the project charter, scope, budget estimate, general schedule, and capital expenditure request (CER).
• Detailed project planning including preparation of definitive budgets, finalized execution scope and Gantt or other activity-based schedules.
• Successful execution and control of the project through the capital project process including periodic project reporting. Responsibilities include scope, schedule, cost estimate, safety and environmental performance, delivery of business objectives and project look-back for improvement.
• Qualification, selection, coordination and evaluation of outside engineering firms, contractors, and suppliers.
• Assistance in the selection and procurement of process equipment and other project deliverables.
• Maintaining and improving Corporate Capital Project and Engineering Standards.
• Participation in the development of annual capital operating budgets.
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with the Responsible Care Management System® including the establishment of policies and procedures, assigning responsibilities, and tracking progress.

Qualifications / Competencies

Required

• B.S. in Engineering (minimum).
• Minimum 5 years of experience applying engineering skills to planning and execution of projects in a manufacturing facility, preferably a chemical plant or refinery.
• Experience in capital project work process development/implementation.
• Travel to plants to participate and facilitate projects.
• Proven verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven team player with good relationship skills.
• Physical ability to access plant areas (climb ladders, negotiate catwalks, work at heights up to 50 feet) and to lift up to 50 lb.
• PC competency, including MS Project, Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Proficient in drafting software such as AutoCAD.
• Competency in process equipment installation.

Recommended

• Advanced course work in engineering, management, or chemistry.
• Professional Engineering certification.
• Project Management certification from an accredited institution.
• Project Management Professional certification (PMI).

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Senioriy Level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Chemical Manufacturing