Project Engineer

Hexcel Corporation; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hexcel Corporation is seeking a Project Engineer for its Salt Lake City, UT location. The role focuses on scoping, estimating, and executing capital projects, coordinating with vendors, and leading cross-functional teams to meet site objectives.

The position requires a BS in engineering and 1–3 years of related experience, with strong communication and organizational skills. On-site responsibilities include safety and daily contractor oversight; growth opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering; 1–3 years of related experience.
• Experience in managing projects and fulfilling responsibilities with engineering teams.
• Proven team leadership skills and ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Scope and estimate capital projects under the Project Manager.
• Develop proposals or RFQs for capital investments; work with vendors/contractors.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to meet project/site objectives.
• Prepare and maintain engineering drawings and flow diagrams.
• Manage on-site contractor activity and safety meetings.
• Support commissioning, startup, and qualification activities.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Present project status to management and stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Initiative

P&ID & PFD understanding

Education

BS in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering

Tools

P&ID

PFD

Job description

With our strong investment in research and development and our culture of continuous improvement, Hexcel is the industry leader in the manufacturing of advanced lightweight composite materials, including carbon fiber, woven reinforcements, resins, prepregs, honeycombs and engineered core and composite structures. We invite you to join the Hexcel team at various manufacturing sites, sales offices, and R&D centers around the globe. Become a part of the “strength within.”

Hexcel is currently seeking a Project Engineer for our Salt Lake City, UT, USA, Matrix location.

The selected individual will be responsible for but not limited to the following obligations:

• Under the direction of the Project Manager, scope and estimate capital projects, author capital expenditure requests, identify required resources, and coordinate between all effected parties.
• Develop proposals or RFQ’s for the purposes of scoping or estimating capital investments; work with vendors and/or contractors to optimize system performance; negotiate with prospective suppliers of equipment and services.
• Work with cross-functional teams to accurately define the scopes of projects and coordinate with the local technical team to ensure key project and site objectives are met.
• Provide advice on the development of technical specifications. Ensure equipment conforms to local specifications and availability, interfacing with the chosen equipment supplier.
• Manage the procurement process for capital expenditure projects.
• Prepare and maintain engineering drawings, including engineering and process flow diagrams, assembly drawings, and detailed design drawings.
• Manage daily on-site contractor activity, including coordinating work, running safety meetings, and providing permits as needed.
• Lend support to the planning and executing of commissioning, startup, and qualifications.
• Ensure safe working practices are carried out to comply with site standards on health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Communicate project status with senior employees and project stakeholders; develop and deliver formal presentations to management as necessary.

Qualifications:

• B.S. in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering with a minimum of 1-3 years of experience in the field or in a related area
• Experience in managing projects and fulfilling responsibilities associated with project engineering teams
• Proven team leadership skills; experience of working within and leading multi-disciplinary team
• Oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and superior organizational abilities
• Ability to take initiative, maintain confidentiality, and meet deadlines
• Knowledge and experience with basic process drawing layouts with emphasis on P&ID’s and PFD’s
• Experience with monitoring/meeting monthly spending targets (preferred)
• Qualified candidates must be either US Persons or US Citizens

Eligible candidates must be a: U.S. citizen, U.S. national, person lawfully admitted for permanent residence, temporary resident under sections 210(a) or 245(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, person admitted in refugee status, or person granted asylum. Hexcel (NYSE: HXL) is a global leader in advanced composites technology, a leading producer of carbon fiber, and the world leader in honeycomb manufacturing for the commercial aerospace industry.

Hexcel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected class.