Project Engineering Lead - Process & Capital Improvements

Umicore Group; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Job summary

Umicore is seeking a Process Engineering/Project Manager in Pasadena to lead capital projects from concept through startup, focusing on process improvements, capacity expansion, and operational reliability. You will drive cross-functional collaboration across operations, maintenance, engineering, and procurement to deliver safe and timely outcomes.

The role requires 4–6 years in manufacturing, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines while upholding high safety

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 problem-solving skills and data interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of capital projects ranging from $1MM to $3MM, focused on process improvements and capacity expansion.
• Manage all project lifecycle phases from concept to closeout, including engineering design, procurement, construction, commissioning and startup.
• Ensure safe, on-time, and on-budget project delivery with adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Coordinate activities across operations, maintenance, engineering, quality, procurement, and contractors.
• Prepare updates, business cases and capital appropriation requests for leadership.
• Manage contractor performance and ensure compliance with project requirements.

Skills

Project management

Data analysis

Lean Six Sigma

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

B.S. Engineering (Mechanical/Industrial/Chemical)

Job description

Umicore is seeking a Process Engineering/Project Manager in Pasadena to lead capital projects from concept through startup, focusing on process improvements, capacity expansion, and operational reliability. You will drive cross-functional collaboration across operations, maintenance, engineering, and procurement to deliver safe and timely outcomes.

The role requires 4–6 years in manufacturing, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines while upholding high safety