Capital Project Engineer

5195 EKC Advanced Electronics USA, LLC; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Qnity invites applications for a Project Engineer at our Dayton site as part of an early career rotational program. You will collaborate with contracted firms and provide design, procurement, installation and commissioning support for capital projects.

The role requires an ABET-accredited degree (Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical), a 3.0 GPA, and at least 6 months of co-op or internship experience. Strong MS Office, problem solving, and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree required.
• GPA 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
• Minimum 6 months paid co-op or internship in engineering.
• Legal right to work in the United States without restrictions.
• Microsoft Office proficiency required.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Able to work proactively with strong project ownership in a team.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with contracted engineering firms for project alignment and success.
• Provide design, equipment specs, procurement, installation and commissioning support for capital projects at Dayton.
• Define project scope, create vendor bid packages, and manage cost control and estimation.
• Lead project engineering from startup to commissioning to meet objectives.
• Develop detailed plans, designs and time estimates; oversee construction to meet timelines and budgets.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, safety and schedule improvements.

Skills

ABET degree awareness

Co-op experience

MS Office proficiency

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Project ownership

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Chemical/Mechanical/Electrical Eng

Job description

Project Engineer

Are you looking to power the next leap in the exciting world of advanced electronics? Do you want to help solve problems that drive success in the rapidly evolving technology and connectivity landscape? Then bring your problem-solving, passion, and creativity to help us power the next leap in electronics. At Qnity, we’re more than a global leader in materials and solutions for advanced electronics and high-tech industries – we’re a tight-knit team that is motivated by new possibilities, and always up for a challenge. All our dedicated teams contribute to making cutting-edge technology possible. We value forward-thinking challengers, boundary-pushers, and diverse perspectives across all our departments, because we know we play a critical role in the world enabling faster progress for all. Learn how you can start or jumpstart your career with us. We are pleased to announce an opening for a Project Engineer at our Dayton site as part of our early career rotational program.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate effectively with contracted engineering firms to ensure project alignment and success.
• Provide engineering design, equipment specification, procurement, and installation and commissioning support for capital projects at Dayton.
• Oversee the technical details of capital projects, including defining project scope, creating vendor bid packages, and managing cost control and estimation processes.
• Manage project engineering through startup and commissioning to ensure project objectives are met.
• Develop detailed plans, designs, and time estimates, while overseeing the construction process to ensure compliance with project timelines and budgets.
• Identify and implement opportunities for cost savings, safety improvements and schedule improvements.
• Actively support and uphold safety, health, and environmental regulations and programs throughout all project phases.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited institution.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
• Minimum of 6 months of paid co-op or internship equivalent experience in your engineering discipline/major.
• Legal right to work in the United States without any employment restrictions.
• Microsoft Office proficiency required.
• Critical thinking & Problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively and proactively with a strong sense of project ownership in a team environment is a requirement.
• Understanding in Capital Project Processes such as Front-End Loading, Project Execution, and Project Controls.

Expectations

100% geographic flexibility to allow for best career development fit.Willingness to relocate to new locations as needed.Willingness to be on-call for plant area support when required.Multi-year commitment to complete a minimum of two assignments (usually 12-24 months per assignment).

Qnity is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit our Accessibility Page for Contact Information.

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Qnity is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit our