Engineering Analyst

Umicore; Americana; On-site; BRL 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Umicore AG & Co. KG in Americana, Brazil, is seeking a Project Engineer (Civil/Mechanical) to support the design, installation, and optimization of plant equipment and systems.

You will apply project management practices to ensure safety, quality, and on-time delivery across internal client projects. Responsibilities include developing feasibility studies, maintaining documentation, and coordinating with installation and maintenance teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering (completed or in progress).
• Knowledge of project management in an industrial setting.
• Familiarity with integrated management systems; SAP is a plus.
• Proficiency in MS Project, AutoCAD, and Inventor.
• Knowledge of NR10, NR12, and NR13 standards.
• Basic English proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Executes tasks in Project Engineering following SOPs and safety/quality requirements.
• Maintains records and documents in line with controls.
• Recognizes issues and supports continuous improvement of procedures.
• Supports colleagues and responds to stakeholder requests promptly.
• Maintains documentation in line with policies and procedures.
• Escalates issues and follows through on corrective actions.
• Develops small-scale projects for equipment and systems installation (civil/mechanical).
• Ensures compliance with standards while monitoring costs, timelines, and quality.
• Monitors project costs and timelines using software tools to ensure adherence.
• Provides technical support during installation and maintenance through field visits.
• Develops technical and economic feasibility studies for proposed investments.
• Maintains up-to-date technical documentation for access across teams.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering (completed or in progress)

Tools

SAP

MS Project

AutoCAD

Inventor

Job description

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Location: Americana, BR

Business Unit: Precious Metals Refining

About Umicore

Powering the cars of today and tomorrow. Reducing harmful emissions. Giving unique properties to high-end applications. Giving new life to used metals. As a global advanced materials and recycling group, we develop, produce, and recycle materials for a better life.

About Automotive Catalysts

We all have the right to breathe clean air, and at Umicore, we are a world leader in the production of automotive emission control catalysts. Our technologies enable on-road and non-road applications to meet environmental standards around the world. Our products have prevented billions of tons of harmful gases and particles being released into the atmosphere. To enable our customers to produce even cleaner engines we cannot stand still. We need to find new ways to do things, discover new solutions and develop new ideas. Which is where you come in.

Your Key Accountabilities

• Executes assigned tasks in Project Engineering following standard operating procedures and safety/quality requirements.
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of records, documentation, and transactions in line with controls.
• Recognizes issues or inconsistencies and supports the continuous improvement of work procedures and instructions.
• Supports colleagues and responds to stakeholder requests in a timely, professional manner.
• Maintains accurate documentation and records in line with policies and procedures.
• Escalates issues, risks, and deviations promptly to supervisor and follows through on corrective actions.
• Develops and implements small-scale projects for the installation of equipment and systems—focusing on civil and/or mechanical aspects—by applying modern project management methodologies.
• Ensures compliance with current standards and regulations, while monitoring costs, timelines, and delivery quality to support the execution of investment plans and the implementation of improvements requested by internal clients.
• Assists in monitoring project costs, timelines, and delivery quality—utilizing software tools—to ensure adherence to the project plan or to negotiate adjustments with internal clients when necessary.
• Provides technical support and oversight to installation and maintenance teams through field visits, ensuring that installations are carried out in accordance with the project plan.
• Assists in the development of technical and economic feasibility studies, providing technical data to internal clients and the controlling department to determine the viability of proposed investments.
• Maintains up-to-date technical documentation—using digital document management systems and/or physical files—to ensure that the engineering team and other departments across the company have access to necessary technical information.

Who we are looking for

• Bachelor’s degree (completed or in progress) in Civil or Mechanical Engineering;
• Knowledge of project management within an industrial setting;
• Familiarity with integrated management systems—experience with SAP is a plus;
• Proficiency in MS Project, AutoCAD, and Inventor is desirable;
• Knowledge of Regulatory Standards (NR10, NR12, and NR13);
• Basic English proficiency.

Diversity & Inclusion

At Umicore, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace that offers equal opportunities for everyone. We hire regardless of gender, religion, race, nationality, ethnicity, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, age, or political opinion.

We value the uniqueness of each individual and believe that diversity of thought helps us find the right solutions in a competitive and dynamic environment. After all, diverse teams contribute to more creative and innovative environments and ensure the well-being of our employees, making Umicore a great place to work.

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?