Project Engineer

Saxonburg, PA
Full Time
Experienced
Project Engineer
Saxonburg, PA

Division: Luxfer Magtech (a division of Luxfer MEL Technologies)

Job Overview:
Reporting to the Project Manager, the Project Engineer will work in collaboration with the engineering, production, and maintenance teams to support and oversee multiple projects in the manufacturing facility, including the design work, commissioning of equipment, overseeing contractor work, and budget management.  This position is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing capital and operational projects while ensuring safety, quality, schedule, and cost objectives are met.

Main Responsibilities:
The main activities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Drawing review
  • Complete process layout.
  • Assist in sourcing, evaluating, and retrieving vendor quotations for parts and equipment to support procurement and project requirements.
  • Write justification documentation for internal approvals. (RFAs.)
  • Support Large projects ($50k+) and deliver small projects ($25-$50k).
  • Assist in CapEx Projects and from initial planning and justification through installation and commissioning.
  • Projects – Overlap with assistance of Project Coordinator, budgeting, drafting, and collaborative spreadsheets.
  • Other duties within competence as requested.
Essential Functions:
  • Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
  • Develop and maintain project layouts, schedules, and execution plans.
  • Ensure projects comply with applicable safety regulations, industry standards, and company policies.
  • Coordinate materials, equipment, vendors, and subcontractors to support project execution.
  • Evaluate vendor quotations and support sourcing and procurement decisions.
  • Monitor project budgets, track costs, and manage scope changes.
  • Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
  • Serve as a technical liaison between engineering, operations, project management, and external partners.
  • Prepare and present project updates, documentation, and approvals.
  • Conduct site inspections and support installation, testing, commissioning, and start-up activities.
  • Troubleshoot technical issues and resolve project challenges as they arise.
  • Support digitalization and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Requirements:
  • Bachelors’ Degree in Engineering, related to Process, Chemical, or Industrial required or related experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience managing projects and/or designing production processes/equipment in an industrial setting preferred.
  • Knowledge of engineering principles and design.
  • Familiarity with CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks).
  • Understanding of manufacturing or process systems.
  • Familiarity in project management tools (MS Project, Primavera).
  • Ability to read, analyze and interpret relevant equipment manuals, drawings, technical procedures, and professional journals. 
  • Requires an individual who can take initiative, communicate effectively, and coordinate several projects across different departments and external groups with minimal oversight.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office 365 apps
  • Demonstrated success utilizing continuous improvement methodologies to improve operational performance.
  • Uses strong, creative critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Highly analytical- capable of designing experiments, data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
  • Is committed to Customer First, Integrity, Accountability, Innovation, Personal Development, Teamwork: the Company’s core values.
  • Self-directed with attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks with Hands on ability.
  • Health & Safety and Environmental focused.
  • Being solution-oriented rather than focusing on problems.
  • The ability to make sound decisions based on facts, experience, and common sense.
Work Schedule:
40 hours per week and 5 days per week.
The role requires flexibility to meet the needs of the business, which may include extended hours, or occasionally night/weekend work.

More About Us:
Luxfer Magtech is a subsidiary of Luxfer MEL Technologies, which is part of the publicly traded Luxfer group (https://www.luxfer.com/).

We are committed to a safe, drug-free work environment and pre-employment drug screening, physical and background checks are required prior to starting.

This role may involve access to Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and export-controlled data subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Employees are expected to follow company policies and security protocols for handling, storing, accessing, and transmitting sensitive information. Compliance training will be required after hire.

Due to federal export control requirements, access to certain information is limited to U.S. Citizens, U.S. Lawful Permanent Residents, and individuals lawfully admitted as asylees or refugees, unless a valid export authorization is obtained. Employment is contingent upon meeting these eligibility requirements and adhering to applicable CUI and ITAR policies.

Luxfer Magtech is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) with respect to employment opportunities.
 
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