Project Engineer

FUJIFILM Electronic Materials U.S.A., Inc.; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

FUJIFILM Electronic Materials, U.S.A., Inc. in Pueblo, CO seeks a Project Engineer to lead asset creation from front-end loading to startup and project closure.

You will drive scope definition, hazard reviews, cost forecasting, and commissioning plans across multiple disciplines. The role requires 9+ years in chemical/process industries, strong P&IDs/isometrics skills, and experience with process safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Nine+ years in chemical/process industries with plant or process engineering background.
• Experience with process safety management and regulatory compliance.
• Experience interfacing with mechanical, structural, controls, and electrical engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead asset creation from FEL through commissioning and lessons learned.
• Manage documentation: scopes, P&IDs, hazard reviews, permits, cost estimates, AFE, specs, contracts, POs, commissioning plans.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure safety, regulatory compliance, budget, and operability.

Skills

P&IDs & isometrics

Process engineering

Project management

Cross-functional coordination

Problem solving

Education

BS in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Project Engineer

FUJIFILM Electronic Materials, U.S.A., Inc. is a global leader in chemical solutions which enable the semiconductor industry and the digital universe. We have an exciting opportunity at our Pueblo, CO facility.

Company Overview

With state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing facilities in the U.S., Europe, Taiwan, China, Korea and Japan, local sales offices throughout the world and on‑site applications support, FUJIFILM Electronic Materials supplies the world’s top tier semiconductor manufacturers with a broad array of products and services used throughout the semiconductor manufacturing process.

FUJIFILM Electronic Materials, U.S.A. fuels innovation in the semiconductor industry—where chemistry meets technology. Our advanced materials and formulations enable manufacturers to build the microchips that power Artificial Intelligence, computers, electric vehicles, smartphones, and more.

We have six U.S. manufacturing and R&D facilities located in: Mesa, Arizona; Castroville, California; Hollister, California; Carrollton, Texas; and North Kingstown, Rhode Island.

Job Description

The Project Engineer role is expected to lead and participate in all aspects of the asset creation process, beginning at an early stage (front end loading or FEL) and following through to commissioning/start up and project closure/lessons learned. The Project Engineer must be able to lead a variety of project types, such as new buildings/infrastructure, process manufacturing capacity expansions, new product introductions (NPI), and initiatives for EH&S/regulatory compliance, debottlenecking, and reliability improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Drives project progress while maintaining close communication with Business Managers, Engineering support teams, IT, EH&S, Accounting, Sourcing, Logistics, Quality, Operations and Maintenance. Assures team communications with and between a wide variety of internal and external technical disciplines (civil/structural, electrical/instrument, programmers, mechanical, chemical/process, IT, lab, etc.).
• Leads relevant project meetings and reviews (both formal and informal) for team coordination, scope development, hazard reviews, design reviews, planning, commissioning, etc.
• Leads the asset creation process by managing the required documentation including, but not limited to: project scopes, definition drawings (P&IDs, general arrangements, electrical single lines, etc.), hazard review reports, permit requests, critical path schedules/resource plans, detailed cost estimates, cost control/forecasting, device tracking lists, funding requests (AFE), device specifications, engineering/construction contracts, purchase requisitions, purchase orders, invoices, commissioning plans, and lessons learned reports.
• Leads cross‑functional project teams to ensure key project or team objectives (process safety management improvements, avoidance of EH&S issues/incidents, regulatory/permit compliance, capital spending cost control/budget, critical path schedule compliance/resource management, and operability/hassle free commissioning). Maintains teams’ focus on these key areas.
• Develops and takes ownership of key process philosophies and best practices.
• Manages site capital processes and budget including but not limited to: KPI tracking, capital spending and forecasting, regular reporting/communication of project status and updates, and driving all site projects to completion.
• Determines, develops, and nourishes the required contract partner relationships for each project location.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• BS degree in Chemical (preferred) or Mechanical Engineering.
• 9+ years of experience in the chemical process, semiconductor, food, or pharmaceutical industry plus background in plant or process engineering, process safety management, separation processes and project management.
• Strong skillset in understanding and creating P&IDs and isometrics. Interpret design curves of field machinery and function testing/validation of field equipment.
• Demonstrated experience in developing process parameters including mass flow, heat transfer, material balance capacities and rates.
• Demonstrated experience interfacing with mechanical, structural, controls and electrical engineers.
• Ability to manage the PSM processes, especially management of change, pre‑startup safety reviews and process hazard analysis.
• General understanding of API, ANSI, and NFPA.
• Ability to persuade others to change existing practices.
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proven ability to identify, assess and solve problems.
• Excellent analytical and math skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Additional Requirements

• Resilience - Ability to adapt to workplace challenges, maintain professionalism, and manage responsibilities effectively.
• Communication - Capacity to clearly and professionally exchange ideas, interact respectfully with colleagues and customers, and foster positive workplace relationships.
• Reasoning & Decision Making - Ability to analyze information, follow verbal and written instructions, and make logical, sound decisions.
• Comprehension - Capability to understand and complete tasks as assigned and solve problems effectively.
• Organizational Skills - Competence in managing multiple priorities, maintaining accuracy, and staying focused despite potential workplace distractions.

Pay Range

The pay range for this role is estimated at $120,000/yr. – $135,000/yr. with actual wage based on candidate’s qualifications and experience.

EEO Information

Fujifilm is committed to providing equal opportunities in hiring, promotion and advancement, compensation, benefits, and training regardless of nationality, age, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, political creed, ideology, national, or social origin, disability, veteran status, etc.

ADA Information

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