Process Engineer II

Careers and Highline Warren; McDonough (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Careers and Highline Warren is seeking a Process Engineer II to design and deploy new processes and equipment, and to improve existing manufacturing systems for blending storage and handling of liquids. The role requires leading cross-functional projects, estimating costs, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met.

The candidate should have a BS in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering (or related field) and about ten years of experience in process manufacturing, with PE licensure and/or

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Ten years of experience in a process manufacturing industry.
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure and/or PMP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross functional teams to design fluid blending storage and handling systems that meet safety, quality, efficiency and new business requirements.
• Lead and manage large process engineering projects (>$1M) ensuring scope, schedule and budget adherence.
• Estimate engineering time, materials and labor costs and develop implementation plans.
• Oversee project implementation including FAT, assembly, installation and commissioning to meet specs and standards.
• Provide expert engineering guidance to operations and management.

Skills

Process engineering principles

Project management

Data analysis & statistics

Mentoring engineers

CAD & engineering drawings

Education

B.S. Mechanical Engineering

B.S. Chemical Engineering

Related field

Tools

CAD (2D/3D)

Engineering drawings

Job description

The Process Engineer II is responsible for designing and deploying new processes and equipment and developing and implementing improvements to existing manufacturing systems largely for blending storage and handling of liquid componentry and products.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential function
• Collaborate with the cross functional teams to design fluid blending storage and handling systems that satisfy specific requirements of safety quality efficiency and new business development
• Participate in and manage projects that support company expansion and cost reduction initiatives
• Select components to handle fluids and to measure and control flow including hoses valves strainers pressure gauges filters flow meters heat exchangers and fittings
• Configure liquid storage tanks and select related equipment including heating insulation level measurement and temperature measurement systems
• Select pumps and design piping for liquids of various viscosities and densities
• Manage capital projects to successful conclusions controlling scope schedule and budget
• Accurately estimate engineering time material and labor costs and implementation schedules for proposed projects
• Participate in project implementation including Factory Acceptance Tests assembly installation and commissioning to ensure systems conform to project specifications and engineering design standards
• Provide expert engineering advice to internal operations and management personnel
• Maintain engineering documentation in compliance with company and department standards
• Develop and maintain engineering standards and procedures
• Identify and contribute to continuous improvement efforts to reduce costs or increase productivity without reducing effectiveness
• Adhere to established company values practices policies and procedures at all times
• Follow and support compliance with all applicable rules laws regulations and standards
• Demonstrate regular and punctual attendance at the assigned work location
• Travel up to 30% of the time

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrate an advanced understanding of process engineering principles technical theory and good engineering practices
• Work independently and take initiative in driving projects forward
• Lead and manage large process engineering projects 1M making critical decisions and ensuring project success
• Apply logic and creativity to solve complex engineering problems
• Mentor and coach junior engineers helping them develop their skills and expertise
• Effectively collect data and apply mathematics to the analysis and improvement of manufacturing systems
• Understand mechanical electrical hydraulic and pneumatic systems and interpret related engineering drawings
• Solicit and objectively consider alternative solutions to challenges encountered in assigned work
• Apply logic and reasoning to weigh alternatives and identify the most favorable option
• Develop engineering projects from concept to practical reality
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Impart technical knowledge in a clear and understandable manner to technical and non technical personnel
• Effectively use computers for documentation analysis and communication of information
• Make efficient use of current 2D and 3D CAD applications to develop and modify schematic and spatial engineering graphics
• Utilize statistics to guide improvement efforts to successful conclusions
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and processes
• Honestly and professionally interact with co workers vendors and internal and external customers
• Take direction and work with equal effectiveness on teams and individually
• Manage time effectively and make efficient use of company resources
• Observe details and deliver high quality work in a timely fashion
• Independently develop skills abilities and job knowledge
• Read analyze and interpret common technical publications codes and regulations
• Perform work in a safe manner at all times

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering Chemical Engineering or related field
• Ten 10 years of experience in a process manufacturing industry
• Professional Engineer PE licensure and or Project Management Professional PMP certification preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Move about the manufacturing facility to access equipment
• Transport products and materials weighing up to 85 pounds
• Use ladders stairs and catwalks to traverse and work atop lines
• Reach overhead when accessing items on high shelves or when grasping handrails while climbing ladders
• Perceive the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels and have the ability to exchange detailed information; in designated areas where hearing protection is required must be able to communicative effectively while wearing hearing protection

The Company will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Amendments.