Project Engineer

MSI Express, Inc; Hammond (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

MSI Express, Inc. is seeking a capable engineer to lead small to mid-size projects, applying GMPs and sanitary practices within a food manufacturing context.

You will guide scope, design, budgeting, scheduling, line layouts, purchasing, cost estimation and implementation while coordinating with operations, maintenance, and vendors. The role requires hands-on design and installation of safe manufacturing systems, collaboration across teams, and mentoring junior engineers.

Qualifications

• BS degree in engineering with emphasis on Mechanical, Manufacturing, Facilities, or Maintenance.
• Experience in contract manufacturing and food industry (short shelf-life) desired.
• Working knowledge of lean principles.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Performs all phases of project management and engineering for manufacturing operations.
• Scope definition, design, budgeting, scheduling, line layouts, purchasing, cost estimation and control.
• Supports GMP/sanitary practices in engineering projects and safe manufacturing systems.
• Selects and manages outside engineering as required to meet needs.
• Plans plant layouts to maximize facility utilization and production efficiency.
• Leads continuous improvement projects and mentors junior engineers.

Skills

Project management

Lean principles

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Description:ROLE PURPOSE/POSITION SUMMARY:Provides engineering and project management services in support of manufacturing operations. Manages small to medium engineering projects; participates as a team member on projects. Participates in scope definition, design, budgeting, scheduling, line layouts, purchasing, cost estimating and control, implementation, system integration, documentation, report writing, start-up, and training processes.KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES/PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Performs all phases of project management and engineering for manufacturing operations, including but not limited to: scope definition, design, budgeting, scheduling, line layouts, purchasing, cost estimating and control, implementation, system integration, documentation, report writing, start-up, and trainingApplies understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices for the food industry (sanitary practices) to engineering projectsDesigns and installs safe manufacturing systems and processesSelects and manages outside engineering as required to meet customer, product, and capacity requirementsStays abreast of technology enhancements within the industrySupports plant maintenance and operations by planning and implementing layouts of plant, office, and production equipment to provide maximum utilization of facilities and efficiency of production. Ensures equipment is maintained according to specificationsDevelops projects and justification for capital improvements as applicableSupports cost reduction and efficiency improvement programs by participating and leading teams to review manufacturing operations and develop and implement recommendations. Facilitates improvement workshops and manages improvement projectsSupports other engineering team members with training and development, assistance on engineering projects, providing specialized expertise as requiredServes as prime technical expert for assigned facilities. Builds credibility and holds influence with Operations, Maintenance, Customers and vendors. Provides leadership and guidance to lower level Engineers and TechniciansThis position has responsibility for Food Safety and Quality within their influence. The associate in this job has the responsibility to report, in a timely manner, Food Safety and Quality problems to personnel with authority to initiate action on those problemsOther duties as assignedQUALIFICATIONS/CAPABILITY PROFILE:MINIMUM EDUCATIONBS degree in an engineering field, with particular emphasis on Mechanical, Manufacturing, Facilities, and/or Maintenance EngineeringMINIMUM EXPERIENCEPrevious contract manufacturing experience desiredExperience in food industry or short shelf-life environment desiredMINIMUM KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIESWorking knowledge of lean principles requiredExperience in a high growth and dynamic environment requiredExperience with SolidWorks, AutoCAD or similar requiredDemonstrated ability to handle multiple priorities and interact collaboratively, working with multiple partners to resolve exceptions and collaborate on best alternativesStrong analytical skillsExperience in leveraging integrated technology to execute business processesAbility to work with ambiguity and to communicate complex issues in a clear mannerPositive mindset with a “Lean-in” mentalityA continuous improvement mindset, never satisfied with the status quoStrong verbal, listening and presentation skillsMSI Express is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.