Mechanical Engineer (project Manager)

Gerdau North America; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

100% matching 401(k) up to 6%

Annual bonus

Tuition reimbursement program

Career path system and training

Job summary

Gerdau North America in Petersburg, Virginia is looking for a Mechanical Engineer II (Project Manager) to provide technical coordination and support in CAPEX projects. This role involves defining project scopes, managing budgets, and ensuring successful project implementations.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, at least 2 years of relevant experience, and strong skills in leadership and communication. Benefits include comprehensive medical and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of industrial engineering experience in design and construction.
• Ability to apply engineering principles to CAPEX improvements.
• Knowledge of industrial safety and construction methods.

Responsibilities

• Define project information, prepare technical studies and scopes.
• Manage budget, schedule, and project implementation.
• Coordinate with operations on CAPEX portfolio planning.

Skills

Basic AutoCAD and layout skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Strong leadership and results orientation

Excellent oral and written communication

Education

Four-year Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Mechanical Engineer II (Project Manager)

Provide technical coordination and support in operating and capital expense management processes by initiating and running CAPEX projects and monitoring, stabilizing, and improving equipment.

Responsibilities

• Project Planning: define project information, prepare technical studies, scope work, schedule, cost‑benefit analysis, preliminary studies, submit plans for approval, manage drawings, and close projects.
• Project Implementation: responsible for scope, schedule, budget, use team skills, design equipment and facilities, develop bid packages, select vendors, coordinate procurement, modify operations, install and commission equipment, verify performance, and finalize documentation.
• CAPEX Portfolio Planning: coordinate with Operations on short‑and long‑term needs, prioritize projects by criticality and benefit, investigate new technologies, and prepare departmental CAPEX plans.
• Technical Support for Operations: collaborate with improvement facilitators, participate in safety teams, troubleshoot equipment, support improvement activities, coordinate outage schedules, implement best practices, and assist annual action planning.

Qualifications

• Four‑year Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• At least 2 years of industrial engineering experience involving design and construction of projects.
• Ability to apply engineering fundamentals to CAPEX continuous improvement and department efficiency.
• Basic AutoCAD and layout skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
• Knowledge of industrial safety and construction methods.
• Strong leadership, results orientation, and ability to drive profitability in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lead and develop dynamic teamwork.
• Excellent oral and written communication; detail‑oriented data collection and presentation.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans (eligible upon first day of hire).
• Health & Dependent Care flexible spending account.
• 100% matching 401(k) up to 6%.
• Life/Accidental Life Insurance.
• Annual bonus.
• Health Advocate Services.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Career path system and training.
• Open, empowering culture with growth opportunities.

Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.