Lead Project Engineer

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Sulphur (LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. in Lake Charles, LA seeks a Project Engineer to design, manage and deliver complex engineering projects within our polymer plant.

You will lead cross-functional teams, develop project plans, and drive continuous improvement while ensuring safety, quality and on-time execution in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Qualifications

• 8 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• Experience with control systems and DCS is preferred.
• Strong communication and leadership skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Leads large projects or processes of complex scope with limited oversight.
• Coaches, reviews and delegates work to lower level professionals.
• Assists in the development of operational plans and implements them.
• Identifies continuous improvement and automation activities.
• Prepares project plans, controls, specifications, schedules and budgets.
• Monitors progress and resolves operational problems to minimize delays.
• Gathers resources and coordinates materials, equipment and staff.
• May develop engineering standards and supplier selections.
• Maintains relationships with stakeholders through strong communication.
• Supports continuous improvement/automation activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Project management

Controls and DCS

Communication

Engineering design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering

PhD in Engineering

Job description

Company OverviewFirestone Polymers, LLC is headquartered in Lake Charles, LA and manufactures polymers and synthetic rubber in our world-class ISO 9001:2015, 14001:2015 registered plant located in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Firestone's unique anionic polymerization technology allows production of high purity, high molecular weight polybutadiene and a wide range of block, random, and vinyl modified styrene-butadiene copolymers. These products are sold around the world for use in tires, impact modification of plastics and hot melt adhesives. Statistical process control is used in every step of the operation. Firestone Polymers, LLC is a subsidiary of Bridgestone Americas, a division of Bridgestone Corporation, the world's largest tire and rubber company.Job CategoryEngineering & SciencePosition SummaryThe Project Engineering position focuses on designing, communicating, and implementing an operational plan for completing an engineering-based project. A Lead Professional position is a recognized subject matter expert in a job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. Problems faced are difficult and often complex. Requires periodic communication and interaction with leadership. A background win Controls and DCS systems would be preferred!Responsibilities• Leads large projects or processes of complex scope, with limited oversight from manager• Coaches, reviews and delegates work to lower level professionals• Assists in the development of operational plan and implements for areas of assigned responsibilities• Identifies continuous improvement/automation activities• Prepares project plans, project controls and specifications, schedules, cost estimates, production, transportation, installation, testing and/or commissioning of new project deliverables• Monitors progress and performance against the project plan; takes action to resolve operational problems and minimize delays• Identifies, develops, and gathers the resources necessary to complete the project• May include preparing engineering standards, designs and work specifications; developing project schedules, budgets and forecasts; and selecting materials, equipment, project staff, and external contractors• Supports relationships through strong communication and negotiation skills with internal and external stakeholders• Supports continuous improvement/automation activities• Other duties as assignedMinimum QualificationsTypically requires a minimum of 8 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree; or 6 years and a master’s degree; or a PhD with 3 years of experience; or equivalent work experienceAt Bridgestone, you are Free to BeWe believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they feel safe bringing their chosen version of themselves to work. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. So, show us what you are made of, because who you are is what we need.What we offerAt Bridgestone, what really matters is to foster co-creation opportunities and empowering you to be creative and curious to make mobility safer, more efficient, and more sustainable for future generations. Whatever role you fill, when you represent Bridgestone, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality”, for that, we offer you more than just a competitive compensation; we will provide you:A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team.The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship.Corporate Social Responsibility activities.A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment.Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being.An effective and inclusive team.Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is our policy to consider all individuals for employment based on their unique merit and without regard to age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.Employment EligibilityIf hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.