Project Engineer

About Us:

Alliance Machine Systems International, LLC is a privately held company with over 35 years of history dedicated to providing corrugated box manufacturing machines and services to the changing industry. As the paperboard packaging industry's premier global supplier of productivity-enhancing process machinery and systems, we supply innovative designs, intelligent automation, and optimized workflow, coupled with highly responsive parts and service support. Our United States and Europe based engineering, manufacturing, sales and service operations provide a global support system covering the full product portfolio of Alliance, Serco, TEI, ASC, Pallmac, J&L and Tanabe machines.

 

Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.

 

Job Description:

Under direct supervision, the Project Engineer acts as a liaison between the Sales Support Engineer, Regional Sales Manager and internal departments through documentation and project planning.

Provides technical support and ownership regarding projects being built and planning to be built. Develops processes that further improve the department’s efficiency and documentation standards. Creates detailed drawings of project intended to be built and shipped to the customer.

Best fit for this position is someone who likes people, is a proactive communicator and a problem solver. The preferred candidate is organized, and detail oriented with the desire to develop the details needed to release a project accurately for production across multiple departments.

Please note: Spanish and/or Portuguese fluency is highly preferred.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Acts as technical liaison between AMSI and the customer. Validates estimates of machine, system run speed(s) and setup times for customer supplied box samples or drawings.
• Develops and releases Projects for Configurator release.
• Performs Quality Control, Quality Assurance activities for pre-release projects such as Pre-Release report, Pre-Fab report, Floor Plan reviews, or other in-process checks.
• Gathers and organizes information from Customers, documents, etc. for Custom Engineering or Retrofit Project releases.
• Processes Change Orders.
• Develops finalized floor plans from a preliminary plan using AutoCAD.
• Assists in sustaining software tools, performs Dynamic Block, Layer, and *.DWG file maintenance.
• Assists in designing and estimating conveyor layouts and control packages for proper product flow based on information provided by the Sales Support Engineer. Coordinates these layouts with Engineering Department to ensure consistent standard design packages.
• Conducts Machine Acceptance Buy-off check on the factory floor with Production, Engineering and Field Service staff.
• Communicates shipping and logistics info to stakeholders.
• Creates preinstall packs.
• Responsible for project information completeness and continued updates across the project’s lifecycle.
• Attends pre-install meetings and installations along with senior a Project Engineer.
• Catalogs warranty and customer satisfaction metrics to aid in continuous improvement programs.

QUALIFICATIONS

• AAS in Engineering or Technology, Preferred BS/BA in Engineering
• Project Management experience, Certificate a plus
• Spanish and/or Portuguese fluency highly preferred

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• 1-3 years sales experience
• Willingness to travel 15% of time
• Background in Mechanical systems
• A team player with good communication and people skills
• Strong project management, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Organization skills that support the ability to prioritize task
• Excellent interpersonal and customer Service skills
• Ability to establish and manage customer relationships

EXPERIENCE IN THE FOLLOWING SOFTWARE PACKAGES

• Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, etc.)
• MS Teams & SharePoint
• MS Dynamics 365
• AutoCAD
• SolidWorks

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

To successfully perform the essential functions of this job, an individual must be willing and able to

• Travel as needed.
• Sit at a desk or computer for extended periods of time.
• Move about the office and factory with occasional lifting, bending, and reaching.
• Dial, hear and respond to telephone calls and inquiries.
• Communicate effectively (visually and verbally) with internal and external contacts.
• Meet requirements of daily attendance on job for a full, continuous work schedule.

Compensation: $30 - 34 hourly (DOE)

Benefits: Alliance offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, 401K with employer match, PTO, paid holidays and a bonus program. 

 

At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job.  If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.  We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions.  Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process. ​

Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify.

 

Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.

 

Company:

Alliance

Salary : $30 - $34