Project Engineer

About the role

Supports a broad range of moderately complex projects (design, implementation, etc.). Projects could range from new equipment, procurement and installation; machine safety improvements; maintenance projects; equipment enhancement; new products; sales support, training support, etc. Projects may be small stand-alone projects or portions of a larger project with the larger project being managed by others. Also troubleshoots current production equipment/processes for maximum quality throughput. Generates cost savings ideas throughout facility.

Worthington Enterprises (NYSE: WOR) is a designer and manufacturer of market-leading brands that help improve everyday life by elevating spaces and experiences. The Company operates with two primary business units: Building Products and Consumer Products. The Building Products segment includes cooking, heating, cooling and water solutions, architectural and acoustical grid ceilings and metal framing and accessories. The Consumer Products segment provides solutions for the tools, outdoor living and celebrations categories. Product brands within the Worthington Enterprises portfolio include Balloon Time®, Bernzomatic®, Coleman® (propane cylinders), CoMet®, Elgen, Garden Weasel®, General®, HALO™, Hawkeye™, Level5 Tools®, Mag Torch®, NEXI™, Pactool International®, PowerCore™, Ragasco®, Well-X-Trol® and XLite™, among others. Founded in 1955 as Worthington Industries, Worthington Enterprises follows a people-first Philosophy with earning money for its shareholders as its first corporate goal. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Worthington Enterprises and its joint ventures employ approximately 6,000 people throughout North America and Europe.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope and objectives
• Develop and manage project budgets and schedules
• Identify and manage project risks and issues
• Communicate project status and performance metrics to stakeholders
• Provide clear and consistent updates on project status and key metrics
• Troubleshoot and support production equipment and processes
• Provide technical assistance to Sales and other departments
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent experience preferred; Minimum of 5 years of related engineering experience; Project management training preferred (MS Project, Gantt charts, PM methodologies, etc.)

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong problem-solving and organizational abilities
• Experience with product and process design techniques (APQP, Flow Charts, Control Plans, FMEA, PPAP, etc.)
• Intermediate knowledge of machine design and operating principles
• Intermediate knowledge of machine repair and troubleshooting practices
• Proficiency in CAD, PC systems, and PLCs
• Hands-on, independent contributor who thrives in team environments
• Ability to travel 25-50%