Project Engineer ll

Adhesives Research, Inc.; Glen Rock (York County); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Adhesives Research, Inc. in Glen Rock, PA is seeking a full-time Project Manager for capital projects supporting manufacturing equipment and facilities. You will lead project scope, schedules, vendor bids, installation, and qualification activities, ensuring safety and long-term reliability.

The role requires a BS in Engineering, 3+ years of related experience, and preferably PMP certification. Strong English communication, problem solving, and multi-priority management are essential.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Engineering is required.
• Minimum of 3 years related experience.
• PMP certification preferred.
• Must be a self-starter and able to handle multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute all aspects of capital projects.
• Lead development of project specifications with the requestor.
• Prepare and update a project plan using Microsoft Project or equivalent.
• Prepare scopes of work and RFQ documents.
• Identify manufacturers, suppliers, integrators and contractors and obtain bids.
• Review quotes, make purchase recommendations and track costs.
• Plan, schedule and coordinate installation, commissioning and qualification.
• Prepare change control docs, work instructions, installation and IQ/OQ protocols.
• Ensure safety is designed into equipment and reliability practices are established.
• Provide engineering solutions to address repetitive failures and other problems.
• Work with process owners on continuous improvement and support maintenance.

Skills

Project management skills

Problem solving

Decision making

Analytical skills

Computer skills

Office 365

AutoCAD

English fluency

Multi-priority

Education

B.S. in Engineering

PMP certification preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Office 365

Job description

This is a full-time position responsible for managing projects that support our manufacturing equipment and facilities.

Essential Functions:

• Manage and execute all aspects of capital projects.
• Lead the development of project specifications with the requestor.
• Prepare and update a project plan using Microsoft Project or equivalent software.
• Prepare scopes of work (SOW) and requests for quote (RFQ) documents.
• Identify manufacturers, suppliers, integrators and contractors, and obtain competitive bids.
• Review quotes, provide purchase recommendations, submit purchase requisitions, and track costs.
• Plan, schedule and coordinate installation, commissioning and qualification activities.
• Prepare change control documentation, work instructions, equipment installation and operational qualification protocols, and summary reports as required.
• Ensure safety is designed into equipment.
• Ensure long-term maintenance and reliability practices are established.
• Contribute technical expertise to maximize equipment reliability and performance.
• Provide engineering solutions to address repetitive failures and other problems.
• Work closely with process owners on continuous improvement projects.
• Support maintenance, production and project management.
• Communicate effectively with AR associates, suppliers, contractors, and customers.
• Conduct yourself in a professional, respectful manner consistent with AR Guiding Principles, and embrace 6S LEAN culture.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Job Specifications:

• B.S. degree in Engineering
• A minimum of 3 years related experience
• PMP certification preferred
• A self-starting team player that can handle multiple and changing priorities
• Strong problem solving, decision making, and project management skills
• Strong analytical and computer skills
• Sound organization and communication skills
• Communicate fluently in English
• Tolerate odors and noise associated with manufacturing operations
• Travel throughout the manufacturing areas, buildings and campus to allow personal observations of equipment and facilities associated with responsibilities
• Travel to customer and vendor facilities as required
• Accommodate a flexible work schedule
• Proficiency in computer programs for engineering such as Office 365 applications and AutoCad
• Manufacturing experience is a plus. E.g. Mixing, coating, drying, web handling, or slitting