Plant Project Engineer - Capital Projects & Improvements

BestCo LLC; Mooresville (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

BestCo Corporate in Mooresville, NC seeks a Project Engineer to lead capital projects at the plant and offices. You will plan, organize, execute and close projects cradle-to-grave, coordinating with internal departments, vendors and management to deliver on time and within budget.

Key responsibilities include developing objectives, specifying requirements, providing engineering solutions, maintaining schedules, controlling costs, and preparing documentation for new and existing equipment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• 4 years’ professional engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in engineering project management from design, procurement, and installation.
• Knowledge of EPA and OSHA regulations.
• Strong mechanical and electrical knowledge and aptitude.
• Demonstrated project management skills and methods understanding.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or other modeling software, and Microsoft Office including advanced Excel and Microsoft Project.

Responsibilities

• Develop project objectives by reviewing proposals and plans.
• Determine and develop project specifications by studying product design, customer requirements, and performance standards; complete technical studies; prepare cost estimates.
• Provide timely engineering solutions to problems associated with project assignments.
• Assist with technical evaluations/project tasks on capital projects from concept through procurement, installation, startup, and commissioning.
• Maintain project schedule by monitoring progress, coordinating activities, and resolving problems.
• Control project costs by approving expenditures and administering contractor contracts.
• Develop equipment procedures and documentation for existing and new equipment installations.
• Provide technical support and training to all levels of the organization.
• Maintain project records such as meeting minutes, URS/FRS, drawings, change control.
• Conduct life cycle assessments on mechanical equipment and review replacement recommendations.
• Travel to remote facilities within 10 miles; domestic/international travel up to <5%.

Skills

AutoCAD

Microsoft Project

Excel

Communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Mechanical knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Project scheduling tools (Gantt)

Job description

BestCo Corporate in Mooresville, NC seeks a Project Engineer to lead capital projects at the plant and offices. You will plan, organize, execute and close projects cradle-to-grave, coordinating with internal departments, vendors and management to deliver on time and within budget.

Key responsibilities include developing objectives, specifying requirements, providing engineering solutions, maintaining schedules, controlling costs, and preparing documentation for new and existing equipment.