Senior Process Project Engineer

Responsibilities

• Your primary responsibility will be leading the specification, procurement, installation, commissioning, and startup of process equipment used for specialty ceramic and powder manufacturing
• You have experience developing technical requirements and equipment specifications for solution mixing, spray drying, calcining, milling, blending, screening, material handling, dust collection, and packaging systems
• You will manage assigned equipment packages through the complete project lifecycle, including engineering, procurement, fabrication, installation, commissioning, and performance validation
• Develop and maintain project schedules, resource plans, and project forecasts using Microsoft Project, ensuring alignment with budget, scope, and key project milestones
• Further you will create and review process layouts, equipment arrangements, and facility integration drawings using AutoCAD and other engineering design tools
• Additionally, you will evaluate equipment suppliers, review technical proposals, conduct bid evaluations, and support equipment selection and purchasing decisions
• You enjoy collaborating with operations, maintenance, quality, safety, engineering, construction, and equipment suppliers to ensure successful project execution
• Define utility requirements, process flow diagrams, P&IDs, control narratives, and facility integration requirements for new manufacturing systems
• You have a proven track record of leading successful equipment commissioning, startup activities, performance testing, operator training, and production readiness efforts
• You will troubleshoot process and equipment issues while identifying continuous improvement opportunities that enhance process capability, operational performance, reliability, and safety

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Business Management, or a related discipline required
• Proven project management experience, with 5+ years delivering projects in industrial or manufacturing environments
• Demonstrated success with large‑scale capital projects, including projects with budgets of $10M or greater
• Strong financial and scheduling acumen, capable of developing estimates, managing budgets, and maintaining baseline schedules
• Highly effective communicator and collaborator, able to align diverse stakeholders and lead teams toward shared objectives
• Proficiency with project and engineering tools such as Microsoft Project, Microsoft Office, and AutoCAD
• Professional credentials preferred, including PMP certification, Professional Engineer (P.E.) license, Lean or Six Sigma experience, or advanced degrees (MS, MBA, PhD)
• Willingness to travel approximately 10% domestically and internationally to support project execution

Benefits

• Enjoy access to health, dental, disability, and life insurance
• Paid holidays and vacation
• 401(k) matching
• Pension benefits
• Employee discount program
• Opportunities for educational and professional growth