Principal Project Engineer - Oxford, NC

Saint-Gobain Group; Oxford (NC); On-site; USD 92,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Saint-Gobain is seeking an Engineering Mechanical Lead to plan, design, install, operate, maintain, and modify equipment and systems to enhance production and workplace safety. The role emphasizes project management, cost control, and collaboration with engineers and maintenance teams across the plant.

You will plan tasks, supervise contractors, and steward documentation and safety procedures while driving continuous improvement and capacity gains.

Qualifications

• Requires engineering design and problem-solving ability.
• Strong planning, scheduling and cost-control skills.
• Must manage contractors and plant personnel during projects.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• CAD and MS Office proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Develop new or modify existing equipment, machines or processes to improve quality, reliability, or capacity.
• Perform calculations and cost estimates of mechanical systems.
• Plan mechanical project work through coordination meetings and scheduling.
• Troubleshoot operations to improve efficiency, safety, and output.
• Consult with engineers and maintenance to resolve issues and meet production goals.
• Update documentation of mechanical specifications, drawings, and procedures.
• Apply Six Sigma tools and methods where appropriate.
• Define department problems and translate into engineering solutions.
• Report EH&S incidents and participate in investigations to determine root causes.

Skills

Project management

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

MS Office

Education

B.S. or B.E. in Engineering (Mechanical preferred)

Tools

CAD

MS Office

Job description

This position is designed to accomplish goals of the organization by the judicious application of knowledge and experience in project planning, selection, purchase, installation, operation & maintenance, modifications & modernization of equipment & systems, to improve the working environment, protect physical facilities, and increase productivity.

The position requires technical skills and knowledge of the process as well as strong capabilities in areas of planning, scheduling, organizing, follow up and cost control. This position reports to the Engineering Mechanical Lead.

Position will help bolster plant operations relative to engineering needs. Projects are typically significant assignments of broader programs involving existing products or processes. Projects may involve annual objectives and a team effort. May provide technical direction to non-exempt personnel or line supervisors and operators but does not have regular supervisory responsibility.

The incumbent will receive instructions on task specifications and design constraints, as well as technical direction during assignments. Will be responsible for planning the details, sequence, and priority of tasks to meet established time targets of which progress and results will be periodically reviewed. Long term, mid-term and daily planning are a key aspect of the position responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Develop new or modify existing equipment, machines or processes to improve product quality, service reliability, reduce costs or increase capacity.
• Perform calculations and cost estimates of mechanical systems.
• Plan mechanical project work through team coordination meeting and scheduling.
• Troubleshoot and make improvements of operations, efficiency and safety.
• Consult with engineers and maintenance personnel on mechanical projects, problems and techniques to resolve critical situations expeditiously and achieve production goals.
• Update and maintain current documentation of mechanical specifications, drawings and safety procedures.
• Knowledgeable in the effective use of Six Sigma principles, tools and methods.
• Define the problems of requesting department, and translate them into engineering solutions through innovation and advanced engineering approaches to respond in and efficient and timely manner to production meds and requirements.
• Report all EH&S incidents – Injuries/Recordables, Near Misses, First Aid, Environmental and Property/Equipment Damage. Participate in Incident & Near Miss Investigations to determine root cause and corrective actions.
• Ensure adherence to Waste Management and Recycling responsibilities.

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Qualifications

• BS or BET in Engineering, Mechanical preferred.
• 2 - 10 years of design and engineering experience, manufacturing setting preferred.
• Ability to project design and management for processes and machines. Proven ability in problem analysis and resolution.
• Must have project management experience including daily management of contractors and plant skilled trade employees during project implementation.
• Must have good interpersonal skills to work effectively with personnel throughout all levels of the organization.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Advanced computer skills with emphasis in Microsoft Office Programs. CAD knowledge required.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to work an average of 40 hours per week, speak clearly so others understand, vision acuity to see details within a few feet of an observer, accepting of feedback and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations, sensitivity to other's needs, positive demeanor, and model change management for the business.

A little more about us

At Saint-Gobain, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our products make the world a more beautiful, safer, and sustainable home .

Through the responsible development of innovative and sustainable building products, CertainTeed , headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania, has helped shape the building products industry for more than 110 years. Founded in 1904 as General Roofing Manufacturing Company, the firm's slogan "Quality Made Certain, Satisfaction Guaranteed," inspired the name CertainTeed. Today, CertainTeed is a leading North American brand of exterior and interior building products, including roofing, siding, fence, decking, railing, trim, insulation, drywall and ceilings.

A subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, one of the world’s largest and oldest building products companies, CertainTeed has more than 6,300 employees and more than 60 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and Canada. www.certainteed.com .

Legal Statement

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at [emailprotected] .

Benefits in joining us

Certain states require pay information be provided in job postings. The national pay range for this position is $92,000 to $142,000 per year, however, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount is 12% of base salary based on company and individual performance measures. The total target cash range (base pay and annual bonus) for this position, is $103,040 to $159,040.

Saint-Gobain is committed to helping you and your family be well in all aspects of your life. Be Well Be You brings together inclusive programs and meaningful resources to support all aspects of your physical, emotional, financial, and social well-being. Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.

Health and Well-being – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.

• Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• LiveWell Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave

Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.

• 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP) Cash Balance Pension Plan
• Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and

Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want

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