Project Engineer

Amcor; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Flexible time off

Company-paid holidays

Wellbeing program

Retirement match

Tuition reimbursement

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Amcor is seeking a Project Engineer to provide engineering support, define corrective actions, and lead continuous improvement initiatives across plant operations. The role involves investigating downtime, designing safe controls, and developing PLC/HMI solutions to optimize production processes.

The incumbent will manage capital projects from conception to installation, interact with vendors, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements while supporting a world-class

Qualifications

• College degree in hydraulics, pneumatics, electronics, or related field.
• Knowledge of PLC RS Logic to test and adjust equipment.
• TPM knowledge and safety program experience preferred.
• Ability to read safety rules and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Reduce machine downtime and improve process efficiency.
• Design safety devices and controls as needed.
• Develop and test PLC/HMI systems in production.
• Manage capital projects from conception to installation.
• Collaborate with vendors for process improvements.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Project management

Controls systems

PLC/RS Logic

HMI

Electrical/electronics

Web development

Safety compliance

Budget management

Education

College degree in related field

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Maintimizer

JD Edwards

Kronos

Rockwell Software

Job description

Accelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that’s transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world.

At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people and our planet. More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. It’s our core value and integral to how we do business.

Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win – adapting quickly in an everchanging world – and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world-class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business.

To learn more about playing for Team Amcor, visit www.amcor.com LinkedIn Glassdoor Facebook YouTube

Job Description

PURPOSE:

Responsible for providing engineering support to define corrective actions, investigate and implement continuous improvement opportunities. The Project Engineer will assist and/or lead improvement initiative, work with and support all plant operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Investigate, develop and implement activities to reduce machine downtime while increasing process efficiency.
• Review, assess and design safety devices and controls as needed.
• Research, design, and develop controls systems for industrial use utilizing knowledge in engineering and consultation with equipment manufacturers.
• Plan department activities based on production schedules to make optimum use of manpower and facilities.
• Develop and administer web-based control system tools - including SharePoint, Ignition, and related platforms - using Python, HTML/CSS, JavaScript, and other modern web technologies.
• Make recommendations for development action; analyze, modify and improve programmable logic controllers (PLC) and human-machine interfaces (HMI).
• Provide design and technical support of PLC based hardware and control systems in a production environment (primarily Allen Bradley with some Siemens and Omron).
• Provide on-going maintenance support and resolution of control system problems, including taking ownership of such problems to completion.
• Work with plant personnel to assist in troubleshooting of manufacturing equipment and control systems problems.
• Manage capital projects from conception to installation as directed by supervisor while following OSHA, EPA, SQF, and local code regulations.
• Interface with outside vendors for the purpose of defining, designing, implementing, troubleshooting and redefining processes.
• Communicate effectively with all departments at the local and corporate level as needed.
• Develop electrical and mechanical documentation, design modifications and programs for equipment.
• Develop, review, and implement work instructions as needed.
• Ensure compliance with the plant policies and procedures including requirements.
• Observe all Safety precautions, Food Safety requirements and Plant Rules to prevent injury to self or others and to prevent loss of material or damage to equipment.
• Follow and wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Maintain good housekeeping and 5S.
• Follow and enforce applicable Food Safety and cGMP polices.
• Perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Possess strong troubleshooting skills.
• Manage projects and time well.
• Understand economics, ergonomics and thermodynamics.
• Understand mechanics-statics and dynamics, hydraulics, pneumatics and material science.
• Understand analog and digital controls and wiring.
• Strong problem-solving and interpersonal communication skills (written and oral) required.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and lead the department to meet organizational goals necessary.
• Strong language and math skills; ability to read and understand manuals, instructions, safety rules and regulations; ability to read tape measures and gauges and figure percentages, volumes and rates necessary.
• Ability to understand cost issues and how they affect operations and to monitor and manage a departmental budget necessary.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of Maintimizer, JD Edwards, Kronos and Rockwell Software packages is preferred.
• Previous experience in injection molding, particularly with Krauss, Sumitomo, and Husky machines and related equipment is preferred.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• College degree in an associated field and/or applied experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, electronics, industrial electricity and mechanical and control systems required.
• High school diploma or GED equivalency required.
• Knowledge of PLC and RS Logic to test and/or adjust equipment required.
• Knowledge of TPM; Experience creating and implementing a successful TPM program is preferred.
• Knowledge of safety programs/OSHA regulations regarding Hot Work, Confined Spaces, Electrical Safety, Contractor Safety, Cranes, Hoists and Lifts, etc. required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems and issues that arise.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk and hear. The employee is required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes, dust, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. Some exposure to weather extremes possible when performing tasks outside. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud and requires hearing protection.

OurExpectations

We expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win. We are winning when:

• Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor team
• Our customers grow and prosper from Amcor’s quality, service, and innovation
• Our investors benefit from Amcor’s consistent growth and superior returns
• The environment is better off because of Amcor’s leadership and products

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click on the “Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal” Poster. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call 224-313-7000 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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Benefits

When you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:

• Medical, dental and vision plans
• Flexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employees
• Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location
• Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
• Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)