Project Engineer

Axalta; Michigan; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Axalta seeks a Project Engineer for its Mt Clemens, MI facility to initiate, plan, execute and control projects spanning new product development, cost reduction and industrialization. You will lead cross-functional teams, coordinate with internal departments, and ensure on-time, within-budget delivery while meeting customer requirements.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and preferably PMP or equivalent, with strong manufacturing process background and excellent

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (chemical, electrical, mechanical, or industrial).
• PMP certification or equivalent preferred.
• Strong manufacturing process background and project leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Initiate, plan, execute, and control projects with small to medium risk.
• Lead cross-functional teams and interface with internal departments.
• Deliver on quality, timing and cost targets; meet customer requirements.
• Coordinate, prioritize and communicate project objectives effectively.
• Pursue execution excellence using standardized PM tools and Axalta processes.
• Act as an ambassador of project management to the global community.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

MS Project

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

PMP certification or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products - whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals - and add dimension and beauty with colourful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.

We are currently looking for a Project Engineer to join us at our facility in Mt Clemens, MI.

Axalta Project Managers are responsible for initiating, planning, executing, and controlling projects associated with new product development, product cost reduction, and industrialization to name a few. The candidate must possess the drive to become a future leader that delivers outstanding results in a dynamic cross-functional environment.

Core Responsibilities:

• The Project Manager will be responsible for small to medium complexity and risk level projects.
• Manages new product, process, or cost initiatives and delivers on achievement of quality, timing, and cost targets
• Leads cross-functional teams and interfaces with all internal departments working on projects, to keep up to date on project status and ensure timely completion
• Works with customers to ensure project meets customer requirements
• Ensures proper coordination, prioritization, and communication of project objectives
• Aggressively pursue execution excellence utilizing standardized project management tools and compliance to Axalta processes

Additional Responsibilities:

• This position will be an ambassador of project management to the global community.
• Sharing of project management skills and knowledge along with benchmarking of best practices to improve internal processes are inherent to this role.

Core Competencies:

• Operates With a Global Perspective
• Sets Direction
• Creates Change (Relentlessly Innovates & Improves)
• Emphasizes Customer Focus
• Coaches/Develops Others undefined
• Promotes Organizational Learning
• Thinks Conceptually/Intuitively
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills

Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills:

• Intermediate or higher capability and knowledge of Microsoft Project Demonstrated capability and knowledge of Microsoft Office (i.e. Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint).

Education/Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (chemical, electrical, mechanical, industrial) required.
• PMP certification or equivalent preferred.

Required Qualifications:

• Strong manufacturing process background
• Minimum 3 years of experience in leading initiatives.
• Strong teamwork and ability to interact with all levels of the organizations.
• Effective oral and written communication skills including presentation creation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Engineering, business development, manufacturing experience or related education.

This is an active opening for which we are recruiting to fill immediately.

Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.

Our Company:

Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products - whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals - and add dimension and beauty with colourful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles. Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals. Axalta may use technology-assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to support certain aspects of the recruitment and selection process. These tools may be used to help manage applications, identify job-related qualifications, and assist recruiter review. All hiring decisions involve human oversight and review. This role is eligible for benefits such as health insurance and paid time off. We consider an individual’s qualifications, skillset, and experience to determine final salary.