Mechanical Project Engineer - Professional

About us

Founded in 1914, Danieli is a global leader in the design and construction of plants and machines for the steel industry. With over 25 divisions worldwide, we are known for innovation, team spirit, excellence, and reliability.

To strengthen our Technical Office, we are seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer with proven experience in technical project coordination, serving as the main point of contact across internal and external engineering teams, project partners, and the client.

Work Location:

Buttrio (Udine)

Responsibilities

• Play a key role in the pre-order phase by providing technical expertise to identify potential challenges and deviations from standard designs, working closely with Product Masters to ensure project feasibility and alignment;
• Contribute to the evaluation of contractual technical specifications and ensure technical consistency and alignment of project proposals;
• Support the definition of project timelines, ensuring alignment with contractual schedules and overall project milestones;
• Act as the primary technical point of contact for the client, including participation in meetings and ongoing communication throughout the project lifecycle;
• Oversee the scheduling of project tasks, ensuring timely execution and effective allocation of both internal and external resources;
• Track and manage the progress of both internal and external design activities to ensure alignment with project goals and timelines;
• Coordinate cross-functional teams-including mechanical, plant engineering, project management, and procurement departments-to ensure seamless project execution and collaboration;
• Collaborate with the purchasing team to assess and validate the suitability of commercial components for project requirements;
• Ensure adherence to project schedules and uphold quality standards throughout all phases of execution;
• Collaborate with the Safety department to ensure design activities are aligned with applicable safety standards and regulations;
• Provide on-site technical support during the implementation phase to ensure smooth execution and alignment with project specifications.

Technical Requirements

• A degree in Mechanical or Management Engineering;
• Minimum 3 years of experience in leading the execution of complex, medium- to large-scale industrial plant projects;
• Previous technical experience in the steel industry will be considered a plus;
• Proficiency in written and spoken English;
• Proficiency in key software tools, including Microsoft Office and CAD applications such as AutoCAD and Inventor.