Job Summary

The Project Engineer is responsible for the design, development, specification, installation, repair and/or modification of facilities, equipment and machinery as needed to increase production, improve quality or reduce costs. The role will apply knowledge of engineering principles, theories and concepts to improve the processes, products and/or equipment at the company’s facilities. They will work with both internal resources and outside vendors and contractors to accomplish these goals. The Project Engineer will work both independently and under the direction of other staff members.

Role Summary

The Project Engineer will be responsible for projects from start to completion. The size, scope and complexity of these projects will vary widely, so a broad knowledge of engineering disciplines is necessary. Tasks associated with this work may be:

• Develop and design unique solutions to satisfy production needs
• Create and submit CAPEX requests and purchase orders.
• Define project scope and requirements and work with vendors and contractors to implement solutions
• Manage workflow and tasks related to the project both with internal and external resources
• Direct vendors and contractors to supply or construct equipment and/or facilities
• Integrate all aspects of the project through the use of AutoCAD and Inventor
• Design subsystems as need to integrate the various systems. This could be electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic or mechanical systems.
• Supervise and internal personnel and external contractors
• Ensure that installed equipment/systems are operational and functioning as required
• Evaluate existing systems and rework/redesign as needed to improve efficiency, throughput and/or product quality
• Train operations and maintenance personnel on the operation of the equipment

Major Capital Projects

• Work independently or under the guidance of Engineering manager
• Assist other staff members in the implementation of larger capital projects
• Work with external engineering firms to design and construct equipment and processes
• Work with internal and contract personnel in the execution of projects

Plant Support

• Modify and/or redesign existing plan machinery or process equipment to satisfy the needs of the company and operations
• Assist the maintenance group with high level troubleshooting of equipment and processes
• Use engineering knowledge to analyze issues and develop solutions to resolve them

Minor Capital Projects

• Act as the project manager/engineer on smaller capital projects
• Act independently or under the supervision of the Engineering Manager
• Work with external and internal manpower to install and commission projects
• Work with outside vendors and/or engineering companies to develop and implement solutions
• Design, specify, purchase and install various production equipment including layouts and planning of production areas

Ideation

• Work with senior and fellow engineers to develop alternatives and options for further development of projects and products
  • create new ways of performing work
  • challenge status quo

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Technology - REQUIRED
• Ability to create drawings using AutoCad products, including inventor, or similar software - REQUIRED
• Demonstrate problem solving/analytical ability - REQUIRED
• Strong mechanical aptitude and excellent organizational and communication skills - REQUIRED
• Communication and presentation skills - REQUIRED
• Proficient Microsoft suite, including MS Project - REQUIRED
• Familiarity with building and industrial codes (NEC, NFPA, etc.) - PREFERRED
• Project Management - PREFERRED
• Industrial Automation (PLCs, HMI, SCADA, etc.) - PREFERRED

Company Summary

Why work for us?

At Saint-Gobain, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our products make the world a more beautiful, safer, and sustainable home .

What are our perks?

We provide unique options to fit your unique lives! Our Total Rewards Program is customizable to accommodate your needs. Our menu of flexible options includes, but is not limited to:

• Excellent healthcare options: Medical, vision, prescription & dental
• Family Focus & Balance: Paid time-off and Employee Assistance Program
• Financial Security: Competitive 401(k)
• Tuition Reimbursement: Continuing education for every season of your career
• Pet Insurance options: Insurance plan & prescription discount program for your furry friends
• Employee Recognition Programs
• PerkSpot: Our exclusive one-stop online discount marketplace
• LiveWell: Rewarding you for living a healthy lifestyle

Legal Statement

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

Saint-Gobain is an industry leader with thousands of talented team members who are dedicated to one unified purpose: We bring well being to people by creating great living spaces and improving daily life. You’ll find us wherever people live, work, play, move and heal. Driven by people with unique ideas and a passion for excellence, our businesses manufacture world-class products for a broad range of engaging industries.