Project Engineer

Mitsubishi Chemical Group; Memphis, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 119,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Mitsubishi Chemical Group seeks a Project Engineer to plan, execute, and finalize capital projects within our site. You will lead from inception to completion, coordinating engineering, procurement, construction and operations to meet scope, schedule, and budget.

The role requires 5+ years in project management or chemical plant engineering, with strong communication and problem-solving skills, and proficiency in MS Project or Primavera. OSHA/EPA familiarity and a PMP bonus are beneficial.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of project management or engineering experience in a chemical plant or similar environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with cross-functional collaboration.
• Proficiency with project management tools MS Project or Primavera.
• PMP certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage capital projects from concept to completion within scope, schedule, and budget.
• Develop detailed project plans with timelines, budgets, resource allocation and risk management.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams: engineering, procurement, construction and operations.
• Conduct feasibility studies, cost estimates and technical evaluations for proposals.
• Prepare and present project proposals, progress reports and final documentation to stakeholders.
• Ensure safety, health, environmental, and regulatory compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify and mitigate risks, implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Manage contractors and vendors to ensure quality and adherence to specs.
• Foster continuous improvement by applying best practices and lessons learned.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Plan coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Company: Methacrylates Job Description: The Project Engineer will be responsible for planning, executing, and finalizing capital projects within the site. This role involves coordinating with various departments, managing resources, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, engineering, and a deep understanding of the chemical plant environment.

Principal Accountabilities

• Lead and manage capital projects from concept to completion, ensuring adherence to project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, procurement, construction, and operations to ensure project objectives are met.
• Conduct feasibility studies, cost estimations, and technical evaluations for proposed projects.
• Prepare and present project proposals, progress reports, and final project documentation to stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, health, environmental, and regulatory requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify and mitigate potential project risks and issues, implementing corrective actions as necessary.
• Manage contractors and vendors, ensuring quality work and adherence to project specifications.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by implementing best practices and lessons learned from previous projects.

Special Features

• Must collaborate across all functions and levels of the organization to deliver objectives.
• Must maintain and routinely engage with an excellent network of contacts in MCG’s manufacturing and technical communities.
• Must work very closely with the plant operating teams and be extremely comfortable in a plant environment on an initiative-taking basis.
• Must maintain an elevated level of sensitivity to plant operations – not waiting for calls – while achieving longer term improvement objectives.

Knowledge / Experience / Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management or engineering within a chemical plant or similar industrial environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera).
• Proven track record of successfully managing small to medium capital projects from inception to completion.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations, including OSHA, EPA, and other relevant engineering guidelines and best practices.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification is a plus.

The salary range for this position is $118,800- $125,400 Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.

Mitsubishi Chemical Group (MCGC) and any of our subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party agencies. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers or HR team. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless specifically invited on the search by the MCGC Talent Acquisition team and such candidate was submitted to the MCGC Talent Acquisition Team via our Applicant Tracking System.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or other applicable laws.

If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.

Thank you for your interest in working on our team!

At the MCC Group, our Purpose is to lead with innovative solutions to achieve KAITEKI, the well-being of people and the planet.

Based on integrity and respect for others, we continuously engage in diverse co-creation and bold challenges, building trust with stakeholders while addressing social issues.

Shall we explore new possibilities with us by promoting value creation on a global scale and connecting a better future to the next generation?