Project Engineer

Innophos is searching for a Project Engineer in our Chicago Heights, IL location that develops and implements capital projects including the design, field construction and commissioning of new equipment and building installations. Range of projects includes safety, energy cost reduction, maintenance, raw material usage, infrastructure and capacity increase. Develops engineering studies for the plants and businesses.

• Develops the scope of work, cost estimates and schedules for capital projects and engineering studies. Generates ideas and proposes projects that will improve the manufacturing performance of the company
• Manages detail mechanical design and writes construction bid packages
• Evaluates/selects process (and related) equipment and outside contract services
• Reviews contractor field work, monitors safe work practices, issues work permits
• Prepares capital RACE’s including HS&E evaluations and MOC reports
• Prepares purchase requisitions, plant work orders, monthly cost /project status reports
• Provides assistance to plant personnel and outside contractors to troubleshoot problems
• Provides start-up assistance on capital projects   

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, preferably mechanical or chemical
• 10 or more years of Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, chemical is a plus

• Practical knowledge of mechanical engineering principles and chemical processing equipment
• Project cost estimating and scheduling ability
• Familiarity with field construction methods and safe work practices
• Proficient in using engineering and business related computer software
• Demonstrated ability and growth potential to progress to a leadership position within the organization
• Good verbal/written communication and organizational skills
• Ability to follow Good Manufacturing Practices including the proper wearing of clean protective clothing, following personal hygiene standards, and adherence to food/drink/tobacco restrictions

• Frequent plant field visits
• Ascending or descending stairs, ladders

• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits which start the 1st of the month after hire
• Annual incentive bonus eligibility based on individual and company performance
• Tax advantaged health savings and spending accounts
• 401k eligibility and company match up to 5% with immediate vesting
• Time off: vacation, holidays/floating holidays, personal and sick days
• Company provided Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Fitness Membership Reimbursement Program
• Educational assistance program

About Innophos

Innophos is a leading international producer of specialty ingredient solutions that deliver far-reaching, versatile benefits for the food, health, nutrition and industrial markets. We leverage our expertise in the science and technology of blending and formulating phosphate, mineral and botanical based ingredients for our customers.

Our people are the heart of our organization and the foundation of our success. We are driven by our core values of safety, diversity, integrity and collaboration.  

Headquartered in Cranbury, New Jersey, Innophos has manufacturing operations across the United States, in Canada, Mexico and China and sells into over 70 countries.

Innophos is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. Innophos is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates in our recruiting process, as required by applicable federal, state and local laws.

Salary : $91,000 - $135,000