Project Engineer - Manufacturing & Process Improvement Lead

Umicore AG & Co. KG; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Umicore AG & Co. KG in Pasadena, TX, is seeking a Project Engineer to lead capital projects from conception through startup. You will coordinate with operations, maintenance, and engineering to drive process improvements, reliability, and cost efficiency across manufacturing assets.

The role requires 4–6 years in manufacturing, strong data analysis, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines with a safety-first mindset. Exceptional collaboration across departments will be essential.

Qualifications

• BS Engineering; Preferred Mechanical, Industrial, or Chemical focus.
• 4–6 years of manufacturing experience.
• Familiarity with project management principles.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines with competing priorities.
• Strong data analysis and reporting abilities.
• Good communication across all levels of the organization.
• Safety and quality mindset with proactive risk mitigation.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of capital projects ranging from $1MM to $3MM for process improvements, capacity expansion, and reliability.
• Manage all lifecycle phases from concept to closeout, including engineering design, procurement, construction, commissioning, startup.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget; coordinate with operations, maintenance, engineering, quality, procurement, and contractors.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to minimize impact on cost, schedule, and operations.
• Prepare updates, business cases, and capital appropriation requests for leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Data analysis

Communication

Independence

Project coordination

Risk management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

BS Engineering (Mechanical/Industrial/Chemical preferred)

Job description

Umicore AG & Co. KG in Pasadena, TX, is seeking a Project Engineer to lead capital projects from conception through startup. You will coordinate with operations, maintenance, and engineering to drive process improvements, reliability, and cost efficiency across manufacturing assets.

The role requires 4–6 years in manufacturing, strong data analysis, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines with a safety-first mindset. Exceptional collaboration across departments will be essential.