Project and Plant Engineer

Hoeganaes Corporation; Gallatin (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector is seeking a Project and Plant Engineer responsible for overseeing equipment installations and project engineering. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 3-5 years of experience in a heavy industrial environment. The successful candidate will manage project workflows, analyze equipment performance, and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of progressive project engineering experience in a heavy industrial environment.
• Knowledge of plant construction practices and equipment installation.
• Availability for emergencies and off-shift work.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all equipment installations, modifications, and project engineering.
• Conduct project scheduling, coordination, and cost control.
• Analyze equipment performance and implement design changes.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to relate well with diverse personalities

High energy level

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Civil/Structural Engineering

Job description

The Project and Plant Engineer is responsible for all equipment installations, modifications, plant engineering support, and project engineering.

Responsibilities

1. Experience with streamlined Project Management workflows and conducting FEL studies:
2. Preliminary evaluation;
3. Cost control;
4. Work with Engineering for capital project development;
5. Bid evaluation;
6. Project scheduling and coordination;
7. Installation and debugging;
8. Analyze repetitive equipment failures and design solutions to reduce maintenance costs and evaluate alternatives;
9. Assess the need for equipment replacements and establish replacement programs;
10. Assess required maintenance tools and skills for efficient maintenance;
11. Identify and report safety hazards related to plant equipment;
12. Analyze equipment performance against production requirements;
13. Implement design or practice changes through hands-on involvement;
14. Train full-time employees, contractors, and agency employees;
15. Assist with other duties as assigned by Management;
16. Collaborate with Plant Maintenance to develop and recommend budgets;
17. Develop short and long-range operating objectives;
18. Identify training and development needs and initiate programs;
19. Ensure company policies, values, and programs are upheld.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Civil/Structural Engineering, with additional training in Project Engineering and/or Project Management;
2. 3-5 years of progressive project engineering experience in a heavy industrial environment;
3. Knowledge of plant construction practices, equipment installation, etc.;
4. Availability for emergencies and off-shift work as needed;
5. Ability to travel for projects and meetings.

Required Skills

• Effective verbal and written communication skills;
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Ability to relate well with diverse personalities at all organizational levels;
• High energy level.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Manufacturing