Project Engineering Lead - Materials & Catalysts

Umicore Belgium; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Umicore is seeking a Project Engineering Coordinator in Pasadena, CA to manage engineering projects from conception to completion, ensuring on-time delivery and budget adherence.

The role emphasizes developing equipment specs, P&IDs, and technical scopes for plant modifications, with strong cross-functional collaboration and a commitment to safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• BS Engineering; preferred Mechanical, Industrial, or Chemical focus.
• 4-6 years experience in manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with Project Management principles.
• Must be able to manage multiple deadlines with competing priorities.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to analyze/interpret data and compile reports.

Responsibilities

• Executes and/or leads work in the area of expertise Project Engineering.
• Manages engineering projects from conception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals effectively.
• Develop equipment specifications, process designs, P&IDs, and technical scopes of work for plant modifications and capital projects.
• Review and approve engineering drawings, calculations, vendor documentation, and technical deliverables.
• Ensure all engineering designs comply with applicable company standards, industry codes, regulatory requirements, and good engineering practices.
• Lead Management of Change (MOC), Process Hazard Analyses (PHA), risk assessments, and safety reviews to ensure risks are identified and minimized prior to implementation.

Skills

Project management

Data analysis

Communication

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

BS Engineering

Job description

Umicore is seeking a Project Engineering Coordinator in Pasadena, CA to manage engineering projects from conception to completion, ensuring on-time delivery and budget adherence.

The role emphasizes developing equipment specs, P&IDs, and technical scopes for plant modifications, with strong cross-functional collaboration and a commitment to safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.