Mechanical Project Engineer

Greif, Inc.; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 104,000 - 177,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Job summary

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging seeking a Project Engineer to manage mid-size manufacturing projects across multiple sites. You will oversee scope, requirements, schedules, costs and resources while coordinating with internal teams.

The role emphasizes mechanical and electrical design, automation, die optimization, and process improvements to boost productivity, safety, and reliability. Strong collaboration and travel are required.

Qualifications

• Typically possesses Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Engineering (Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering Preferred). Advanced degree a plus.
• 5-7+ years of Project Engineering in manufacturing environment with practical expertise in mechanical, electrical engineering.
• Mechanical engineering knowledge and its application to mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment design.
• Hands-on experience with set-up, troubleshooting, changeover, automation, and die optimization.
• Experience with new product development, design, trials, and material selection.
• Basic electrical experience relating to control of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Mechanical Project Engineering experience within the Steel Industry a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manages the development and execution of several concurrent medium complexity (2+ MUSD) projects, including scope development, requirements specifications, schedule, estimating cost and tracking budget and resources.
• Designs and develops basic mechanical layouts while considering specifics to new products or manufacturing processes, and suggests improvements.
• Defines and drafts project technical requirements specification to aid asset acquisition and services, and develops all project documentation and handover packages.
• Develops projects that optimize manufacturing processes, including process control, setup, changeover, automation, die development and lean workflows.
• Participates with EH&S resources to identify equipment safety standards, risks, and procedures; supports safety upgrades in the plant network.
• Interfaces with internal and external stakeholders, discusses proposals, solutions and manages project execution to scope.
• Provides technical consultation to plant maintenance on installation, trouble shooting, process control and repair of equipment.
• Can be sent to a facility with minimal guidance, establish and implement robust improvement plans.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Project engineering

Manufacturing

Mechanical engineering

Electrical engineering

Automation

Process improvement

AutoCAD

MS Project

Lean manufacturing

Travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred

5-7+ years experience

Tools

AutoCAD 2D

AutoCAD 3D

MS Project

Smartsheet

Job description

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries.With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.Learn more about the company's Customized Polymer , Sustainable Fiber , Durable Metal , and Integrated Solutions at and follow Greif on Instagram and LinkedIn.

OUR VISION:To Be the Advantage That Helps Our Customers Win.OUR PURPOSE:Creating packaging solutions for life's essentials.

Key Responsibilities

• Manages the development and execution of several concurrent medium complexity (2+ MUSD) projects, including scope development, requirements specifications, schedule, estimating cost and tracking budget and resources. Plans other technical activities relating to the project to ensure safety, regulatory, and policy requirements are met.
• Designs and develops basic mechanical layouts while taking in consideration specifics to new products or manufacturing process requirements. Suggests improvements to existing equipment or processes.
• Defines and drafts project technical requirements specification to aid the acquisition of assets and services. Develop all project related documentation and hand over packages
• develops projects which optimizes manufacturing processes, including process control, set-up, changeover, automation, die development, new equipment selections and lean manufacturing workflow improvements to enhance productivity, cost efficiency, reliability, and safety.
• Participates with the internal EH&S resources to identify implement equipment safety standards, risks, and procedures. Supports equipment safety upgrades as needed in the plant network. Supports commitment-based safety. Promotes use of all PPE by employees, ensuring guards and safety features are working, and good daily safety practices and habits.
• Interfaces and coordinates internal and external stakeholders, discusses proposals, solutions and manages projects execution to scope.
• Provide technical consultation to plant maintenance groups pertaining to installation, trouble shooting, process control and repair of equipment.
• Can be sent to a facility with minimal guidance, establish and implement robust improvement plans.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Typically possesses Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Engineering (Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering Preferred). Advanced degree a plus
• 5-7+ years of Project Engineering in manufacturing environment with practical expertise in mechanical, electrical engineering.
• Mechanical engineering knowledge and its application, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment, and component design
• Hands-on experience with set-up, troubleshooting, changeover, automation, and die optimization
• Experience with new product development, design, trials, and material selection
• Basic electrical experience as is relating to control of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Mechanical Project Engineering experience within the Steel Industry a plus!

Knowledge and Skills

• Related background and experience in project engineering and management (planning, prioritization, and implementation). Experience leading medium projects. Project examples include new equipment, machine rebuilds, process upgrades and automation cell design and complete manufacturing line install.
• Experience with developing detailed plans to improve plant reliability, robustness, and profitability.
• Ability to learn and develop Greif internal process and product requirements knowledge, support trials and suggest material selection
• Ability to understanding and follow electrical diagrams,
• Good knowledge of electrical components, instrumentation, and their application to mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Ability to follow controls, programing logic as it pertains to the manufacturing processes,
• Fundamental knowledge of electrical codes
• Good communication skills for creating, delivering project ideas and solutions and foster a positive relationship
• Good understanding of OSHA, all regulatory compliances and industrial safety practices
• Good understanding of financial details related to ROI, NPV
• Proficiency in AutoCAD 2D and 3D
• Advanced Use of Microsoft office tools, MS project, Smartsheet's
• Spanish speaking is a plus
• Extensive travel required

Specific Mechanical Knowledge and Skills Required

• Mechanical engineering knowledge and its application, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment, and component design
• Hands-on experience with set-up, troubleshooting, changeover, automation, and die optimization
• Experience with new product development, design, trials, and material selection
• Electrical experience as is relating to control of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems

Location Base

Location Base: Houston, TX Chicago, IL Atlanta, GA Delaware, OH Charlotte, NC Extensive Travel Required

Compensation Range

The pay range for this position is $103,900.00 - $176,800.00 annually. Typically, a competitive wage for new hires will fall between105,000.00 to140,000.00 annually. Offers for this position may vary based on market data and other factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. The position may also be eligible for a short-term incentive.

Benefits Statement

Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive core benefits, paid time off, and a range of local benefits for eligible colleagues.

EEO Statement

We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and opportunity for growth. Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status or any other any other legally protected characteristic.For more information read Greif's Equal Opportunity Policy.