Project Engineer

CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ approximately 13,000 people and operate in 60 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world’s biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact. 

What does that mean for you? You’ll join an international organization big enough to take you anywhere, and small enough to get you there sooner. You’ll help change how goods get to market and contribute to global sustainability. You’ll be empowered to bring your authentic self to work and be surrounded by diverse and driven professionals. And you can maximize your work-life balance and flexibility through our Hybrid Work Model.

Job Description

POSITION PURPOSE
Develop and execute capital engineering projects in support of CHEP USA plant operations business objectives.

SCOPE
• Number of Countries: Primarily Supports US

• Number of Locations: Over 100 Service Centers

MAJOR / KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
• Collaborate with Operations, Health & Safety, and Quality teams to develop, seek approval, and successfully implement Capital Equipment Projects IAW established schedule, cost and performance standards.
• Development of Capital Expenditure Authorization documents to include cost estimates and project justification.
• Manage activities associated with capital project execution to include equipment layout and scope development, requests for quote, purchase order generation, contractor selection, on-site supervision during the installation and start-up of equipment, and proper tagging and accounting of new equipment.
• Ensure that all necessary safe work practices are adhered to by both CHEP and contractor personnel.
• Under the direction of the Manager of Engineering Projects, ensure that all necessary construction and environmental permits are obtained prior to work beginning.
• Track and report progress as required against project deliverables.
• Coordinate training of on-site personnel as needed for system operation and maintenance.
• Ensure proper handoff of completed projects to include as-built drawings, maintenance and operations manuals, and spare parts lists.

MEASURES
Project Engineer is mutually responsible for supporting the Supply Chain Team in achieving business objectives through Capital Equipment deployment.

Key metrics:
• Cost Reductions

• CQV Targets
• Customer satisfaction
• Worker injury reductions

AUTHORITY / DECISION MAKING
• Managing capital budgets
• Purchasing Recommendations
• Resolving Customer/Operations problems through root cause analysis
• Working autonomously

CHALLENGES
• Extensive Hours; 50% Travel
• Work with all US Time Zones
• Multiple customers
• Autonomous work structure and unique technical & financial challenges
• Must coordinate solutions across multiple parties internal and external

KEY CONTACTS
• Operations Managers & Directors
• Quality Managers & Directors
• Health, Safety & Environment Team
• Operations Finance Team
• Fixed Asset Accounting Team
• Planning & Logistics

External:
• 3rd Party Management Groups
• Equipment Vendors
• Municipal and Regulatory Agencies

QUALIFICATIONS
• Must have Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Structural Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Masters degree in Business or technical discipline is highly valued.

EXPERIENCE
• 3 to 5 years project engineering and/or related project management experience
• Non-engineering operations experience a plus
• Collaborating with multiple levels within the organization
• Industrial material handling experience

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
• Familiar with engineer project management methods and tools such as MS Project
• Familiar with basic industrial electrical wiring, process piping, and machine guarding principals
• Familiarity with conveyor systems, material handling robotics a plus
• Working knowledge of the use of one or more 2D CAD software packages such as AutoCAD
• Familiar with capital project justification methods (ROI, IRR, NPV)
• Basic financial management skills with a focus on capital expenditure

LANGUAGES
English
Desirable: Spanish

Remote Type

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to developing a diverse workforce in which everyone is treated fairly, with respect, and has the opportunity to contribute to business success while realizing his or her potential. This means harnessing the unique skills and experience that each individual brings and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

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