Engineering Project Manager

AkzoNobel; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 135,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with 6% match

Annual bonus

Medical insurance with HSA

Generous vacation and holidays

Parental leave

Diversity & Inclusion networks

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

AkzoNobel in the United States (Waukegan, IL) seeks an Engineering Project Manager for Capital Expenditure and Asset Reliability Initiatives. You will lead CAPEX project prep and execution, engaging end-users and cross-functional teams to deliver standard solutions while integrating safety and reliability across facilities.

The role involves managing suppliers, coordinating with Procurement, and guiding Basis of Design packages to improve asset performance and lifecycle management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Chemical, Materials Science or Mechanical Engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead CAPEX project preparation and execution with defined scope and end-users.
• Coordinate with facility representatives to specify needs and design solutions.
• Select suppliers, issue requisitions, and decide contracting model with Procurement.
• Manage internal or external engineering teams to deliver the Basis of Design.
• Provide reliability engineering direction and asset performance initiatives.
• Report project status to Engineering management to minimize risk.
• Ensure safety, quality, planning and cost management.

Skills

Project management

Supplier management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

SAP-PM

Problem solving

Travel readiness

Education

B.S. in Chemical, Materials Science or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SAP-PM

Job description

Job Title: Engineering Project Manager, Capital Expenditure and Asset Reliability Initiatives

We’ve been pioneering a world of possibilities to bring surfaces to life for well over 200 years. As experts in making coatings, there’s a good chance you’re only ever a few meters away from one of our products. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and have set our sights on becoming the global industry leader. It’s what you’d expect from the most sustainable paints company, which has been inventing the future for more than two centuries.

Job Purpose

Support designated manufacturing facilities to achieve leading performance in the preparation and execution of capital projects through the deployment of highly efficient processes, embedding safety, integration of standardized tools and engaging cross functional teams. Will promote standard solutions, ensuring adherence to project management guidance, standard implementation, and reporting.

Location of position: Waukegan, IL

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) Manager in the preparation and execution of regional projects ensuring a clear definition of the project scope, deliverables and the engagement of end-users. Will develop user requirements specification (URS) document. Will also identify and activate Global Engineering resources and standards to ensure optimal solutions.
• Capture technical needs and specifics in close collaboration with facility representatives, recommending and designing project solutions.
• Select suppliers based upon agreed criteria and bidding outcomes, issuing purchase requisition. Will decide the contracting model in collaboration with Procurement.
• May manage an internal or external Engineering team to deliver the Basis of Design (BoD) and Detailed Engineering Packages.
• Provide Reliability Engineering direction and reliability initiatives management for asset performance improvement.
• Lead Asset Reliability improvement projects and initiatives including, but not limited to, root cause analysis, failure modes, and effect analysis.
• Provide project status updates to the Engineering management team to minimize risks.
• Ensure optimal safety, quality, planning, and cost management. Will escal...

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Chemical, Materials Science or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5 years' experience leading and managing multiple capital expenditure projects in multiple functions. Must have proven experience managing suppliers. Experience in the paints and coatings industry or chemical manufacturing preferred.
• 3 years' asset reliabilityy management experiennce to include the use of asset lifecycle methodology.
• Must have technical and scientific understanding (MEng level) in the areas of engineering and maintenance reliability, with proven records of the application of Asset Lifecycle methodologies in projects and operations.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to lead multiple capital expenditure project in multiple functions. Must have proven experience in managing suppliers.
• Proficient decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact with stakeholders.
• Must be able to travel based upon base location.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office. Experience with SAP-PM or similar computerized maintenance management system software preferred.

Rewards and Benefits

The salary range for these skills is $135,000.00 - $145,000.00 based upon experience. This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.

401K retirement savings with 6% company match

Eligible for annual bonus

Medical insurance with HSA

Generous vacation, sick and holiday pay

Short & Long term disability

Paid Parental leave after 1 year

Active Diversity & Inclusion Networks

Employee referral bonus

Employee appreciation days

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.