Facilities Project Engineer - MD

The Gill Corporation -- Maryland; Edgewood (MD); On-site; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life Insurance

401(K) Match

Paid vacations & holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

The Gill Corporation-Maryland is seeking a Facilities Project Engineer to oversee facility and equipment projects in a manufacturing setting, including design, scheduling, and budgeting. You will develop critical spares and preventive maintenance programs to improve reliability and efficiency.

On-site, 1st shift. Responsibilities include coordinating vendors, leading lean initiatives, and ensuring safe, efficient operations while supporting maintenance staff and project goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical/electrical/industrial engineering or related field.
• Minimum of three years of manufacturing experience.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt required; Black Belt preferred.
• Strong knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Financial literacy for budgets and variances; basic reporting ability.
• CAD for facility layout and equipment design; proficient with MS Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a preventive maintenance program and PM orders.
• Maintain inventory of critical spare parts to minimize downtime.
• Analyze facility workflows to remove non-value-added activities.
• Update plant layouts and equipment workflows to reduce waste.
• Coordinate installation/repair work with contractors and vendors.
• Lead projects to meet production goals within time and budget.
• Ensure safety and environmental compliance; prepare documentation.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

Project management

Analytical/problem-solving

English communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/electrical/industrial engineering

Tools

CAD

Microsoft Office

CMMS / maintenance software

Job description

Who We Are:The Gill Corporation-Maryland has long been a leader in providing high-quality, lightweight structural core materials to the aerospace, marine, construction, rail, and industrial markets. We specialize in a wide variety of structural honeycomb core materials. By utilizing broad engineering expertise along with sophisticated 5-axis CNC machining and special processing, we have the ability to deliver solutions that are responsive to customer needs.Compensation for this role: $115,000 - $140,000, commensurate with experience (Relocation assistance is not available.)Shift: 1st Shift, On-Site - Monday through FridaySummary:The Facilities Project Engineer is responsible for facility and equipment-related projects in a manufacturing environment. This role oversees all aspects of projects including design, specification, financial justification, scheduling, and implementation. Additionally, the Facilities Project Engineer develops critical spares lists and preventative maintenance schedules, supports the maintenance staff in diagnosing technical equipment problems, and utilizes lean manufacturing principles to optimize equipment reliability, eliminate waste, and increase overall operational efficiency.Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:Develops and maintains a functional computerized preventive maintenance program, utilizing industry standards; oversees all facets of the program.Utilizes computerized systems to input PM orders and track status and/or completion.Develops and maintains an inventory of critical spare parts to minimize downtime.Analyses current facility workflows to identify and remove non-value-added activities.Evaluates and recommends improvements to increase production and reduce downtime.Updates and designs plant layouts and equipment workflows that reduce transportation, motion, and other wasted efforts.Coordinates/streamlines installation and/or repairs of equipment in conjunction with Maintenance and associated departments.Participates in development and implementation of projects to accomplish established production goals.Maintains records of planned and completed maintenance.Plans and implements environmental and other related construction projects utilizing vendors, contractors, consultants and in-house resources.Coordinates and supervises project activities of contractors, consultants, and vendors to assure performance and completion on time, within budget, and meeting installation and start-up requirements.Provides a higher level of diagnostic assistance to the Maintenance staff to resolve facility and equipment problems.Works in a safe manner following all departmental and plant safety rules. Reports any unsafe work conditions to the Safety Manager, supervisor, or management.Other duties as assigned.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.Qualifications and Education Required:Bachelor’s degree in mechanical / electrical / industrial engineering or a related field.Minimum of three (3) years relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment.Lean Six Sigma Green Belt required, Black Belt preferredMust have strong knowledge of computerized maintenance management program.Financial knowledge is necessary for reading and understanding budgets, budget variances, and basic reporting as required by management.Ability to use CAD for facility layout and equipment design purposes.Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, timekeeping, and work order systems required.Must have English reading and verbal communication skills sufficient to read, understand, and communicate the company operating procedures and policies.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Project management skills.Must be able to work the shift specified by the position, to include mandatory overtime as deemed necessary to support business operations.Physical Demands:While performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, and crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with assistance. Must have the ability to operate lift machinery/equipment and be able to work at heights above 15 feet. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.Benefits offered:Full range of medical benefits, dental, visionLife Insurance401(K) MatchPaid Vacation and 10 Paid HolidaysTuition ReimbursementEmployee discounts to theme parks, attractions, shows, and more!ITAR Requirement: This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A U.S. person, according to their definition, is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee.The Gill Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants for all job openings are welcome and will be considered without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military service, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.The Gill Corporation provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law. If you require accommodation in the application process, please notify the Human Resources Department.