Project Engineer
Actalent · Waverly, IA · Yesterday
On-siteEngineering$60–$65/hrContract
Responsibilities
- Propose and implement work processes that comply with internal standards, guidelines, and relevant regulations.
- Cook up and manage project personnel and funding to ensure project objectives are met effectively and on time.
- Control and monitor project costs in accordance with Capital Investment Guidelines, ensuring financial discipline.
- Track project performance using key performance indicators (KPIs) and take corrective actions when necessary.
- Integrate corporate values and business principles into daily project activities and decision-making.
- Enforce a zero-tolerance approach to unsafe situations and maintain a strong safety culture on all worksites.
- Promote clear and consistent communication across all stakeholders to ensure alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
- Drive efficient operations and apply Good Hygienic Engineering (NGHE) principles in project design and execution.
- Ensure compliance with NQS, HACCP, and OSHA standards, particularly in hygiene and food safety contexts.
- Encourage and support continuous improvement initiatives within project teams and processes.
- Protect proprietary knowledge and confidential information related to assets, processes, and technologies.
- Manage asset allocation, including proper tagging, documentation, and integration into plant systems.
- Organize and maintain project files and records, ensuring traceability and compliance with internal standards.
- Complete final project reports summarizing outcomes, lessons learned, and performance against objectives.
- Support change order management, estimation, and project coordination activities as needed.
Requirements
- Degree in Engineering, such as Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or a related discipline.
- 1–3 years of relevant experience in project engineering, project management, or a related field.
- Experience in project engineering and plant design, including layout and equipment integration.
- Experience with equipment procurement and contract management for capital projects.
- Knowledge of hygiene and food safety standards, including NQS, HACCP, and Good Hygienic Engineering principles.
- Understanding of OSHA requirements and safety practices in manufacturing and construction environments.
- Ability to perform financial analysis and CAPEX budgeting for capital investment projects.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders.
- Strong technical skills related to engineering design, asset selection, and process optimization.
- Proficiency in MS Office, including Excel, for documentation, reporting, and data analysis.
- Proficiency in MS Project for project planning, scheduling, and resource management.
- Experience using project management tools such as SAP-PS and FMEA for planning and risk management.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to network across functions and levels.
- Demonstrated commitment to ethical conduct, safety, and continuous improvement.