QWERKZ is Hiring a Corporate Project Mechanical Engineer- Relocation Assistance Near Greenville, SC
The primary responsibility of this position is to provide mechanical engineering services and support to promote safe, efficient, and reliable production runs to operations including the implementation and delivery of cost-effective capital and major maintenance projects. This position is offering a competitive starting pay, on-the-job training, a culture that strongly believes in promoting from within, medical coverage provided on the first day of employment, dental coverage, 401k with company matching & retirement contribution, life insurance, short and long-term disability, paid vacations and holidays, and relocation assistance. Preference is given to applicants with 5 years in a manufacturing or industrial environment and must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check. Key Responsibilities:
Assisting in the conceptualization, development, and execution of capital projects
Develop a detailed scope of work, budgets, and schedules
Assist in preparation of Authorization for Expenditure (AFE) requests
Assist with project construction, commissioning, and handover
Consult with supervisors, tradespeople, operators, and purchasers
Provide input into the design and optimization of equipment to maximize reliability and performance
Solicit contractors, vendors, and consultants
Conduct engineering reviews of project plans, drawings, materials, and installations
Ability to coordinate, facilitate and conduct internal and external project review meetings
Supervise trades and contractors for safety and quality
Act as a point of contact/liaison, provide technical support for consulting engineers, contractors, suppliers, and external agencies
Travel to all US Lumber facilities to provide technical support including troubleshooting, problem-solving, equipment assessments, and sharing of best practices and corporate standards
Study and Understand process flows, and equipment functionality
Handle a wide range of verbal, written, and presentation communications including progress report writing, presentations on project status to peers, managers, and mill employees
Provide auxiliary support to facilities for shutdowns, safety projects, and other duties as assigned
Understand and apply applicable external codes and standards and regulations (ie. OSHA, NFPA, Building Code, etc.)
Assist in the development of internal safety and project standards
Special projects and other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Completion of a Mechanical Engineering Degree from an accredited institution is required
Excellent skills in all forms of communication
The ability to read Civil, Structural, and Mechanical Drawings is required
Proven interpersonal and leadership/supervisory skills including planning, organizing, directing, and monitoring of work activities to achieve project objectives
Strong computer skills with experience in MS Office, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and Microsoft Power BI are required
Strong problem-solving and project management skills are required
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Self-starter with a desire to progress, learn, grow, and succeed
Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form with all levels of the organization
As a member of the engineering group, you will be expected to model/lead safety behavior, be positive and supportive of company goals and objectives, and value diversity
Embody our clients traits of integrity, respect, humility, hard work, and frugality
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel at times significant amounts are required
Must be able to travel by car or plane when required. Travel will be approximately 40-50 %