Project Engineer

About the role

As a Project Engineer at Ingevity, you will lead engineering design and project management for plant improvement and capital projects. This role involves modifying existing processes and equipment and installing new processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage engineering design and project management for projects that may include modifications to existing processes, equipment, or facilities.
• Oversee installation of new processes or equipment to enhance performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with Controls Engineers for control and instrumentation upgrades.
• Determine necessary improvements to the plant processes by running trials and interpreting results to drive improvements in quality, production rates, and production costs.
• Define process and equipment requirements for new products and plant expansions.
• Develop equipment specifications and commissioning plans, ensuring that the equipment is safe and meets the needs of manufacturing.
• Support production engineers, maintenance, and other plant functions when needed.
• Support safety, environmental, and sustainability initiatives that keep both employees and the environment protected.
• Challenge existing practices, processes, and equipment to enhance quality and efficiencies and move the business forward.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required.
• 2+ years of production and project related experience with automated processes for discreet manufacturing required.
• Self-starter; hands-on experience with projects and drive them from imagination to implementation.
• Able to manage multiple projects, effectively prioritize workload and be committed to continuous process improvement.
• Desire to start-up new equipment/processes and train others to ensure process run properly.
• Able to successfully manage project and drive them to on-time completion.
• Excellent technical and engineering skills, written and verbal communication skills including leading group meetings/projects.
• Able to work and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Understanding of safety and environmental regulations.
• Travel up to 10% as needed for projects.

Qualifications

At Ingevity, we value each person’s unique talents and synergize them to create meaningful impact and sustainable solutions for our customers and our world. We seek out new ideas for tackling complex problems and celebrate achieving the improbable. We understand there is no challenge too big and no contribution too small.

Skills

• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of industry standards and best practices.

Benefits

Ingevity offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment. We believe in investing in our employees' growth and development, providing opportunities for professional advancement and career growth.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $65,000 - $85,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

This role is full-time and requires occasional travel up to 10%.