Plant Project Engineer – Automotive Manufacturing

Dauch; Gallatin (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Dauch is seeking a Plant Project Engineer at the Gallatin, TN plant to lead equipment installations, modifications and project engineering activities, ensuring safe, cost-effective execution of manufacturing processes. You will collaborate with maintenance and operations, develop budgets, scheduling, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to meet objectives.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in Mechanical or Civil/Structural Engineering, with 3-5 years of progressive project engineering

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Civil/Structural Engineering.
• Project Engineering/Project Management experience (training or certification).
• 3-5 years of progressive experience in project engineering roles in a heavy industrial environment.
• Working knowledge of general plant construction practices, building construction, installation of equipment, etc.
• Knowledge of OSHA and general EPA regulations is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Streamline Project Management workflows and conducting FEL studies (preliminary evaluation, project design, cost estimation, cost control).
• Work with Engineering for capital project development; bid evaluation; project scheduling and coordination; installation and debugging.
• Analyze repetitive equipment failures and design solutions to reduce maintenance costs and evaluate alternatives.
• Assess the needs for equipment replacements and establish replacement programs when due.
• Assess required maintenance tools and skills required for efficient maintenance of equipment.
• Assess and report safety hazards associated with all plant equipment (maintenance and production).
• Analyze equipment performance relative to production requirements.
• Implementation of designs or practice changes, through hands on involvement
• Responsible for training full-time employees, contractors, and agency employees.

Skills

Project Management

Engineering coordination

Maintenance planning

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical or Civil/Structural Engineering

Job description

Dauch is seeking a Plant Project Engineer at the Gallatin, TN plant to lead equipment installations, modifications and project engineering activities, ensuring safe, cost-effective execution of manufacturing processes. You will collaborate with maintenance and operations, develop budgets, scheduling, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to meet objectives.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in Mechanical or Civil/Structural Engineering, with 3-5 years of progressive project engineering