Project Engineer

Written ByMFOGARTYJob Description: PRIVATE NOTES: Job is wide open. They may be willing to go into the $140's plus give the person a $10k sign on. 30% fee. Relocation assistance is available but not comprehensive. 10 bonus eligible. Job is based in Chicago Heights but person may be able to be based out of the Riverdale plant which is closer to downtown Chicago. A leading global food ingredient company is seeking a Project Engineer. This person will develop and implement capital projects including the design, field construction and commissioning for a number of sites that the organization is currently investing heavily in. Excellent culture where they value safety, diversity, integrity, and collaboration. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. Relocation assistance provided. Experience Bachelors degree in Engineering, preferably mechanical or chemical 7+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, chemicals or related industry is a plus Knowledgeable with chemical processing equipment Experience managing Projects in excess of $100k including FEL, cost estimating, scheduling vendor management, equipment selection, construction and start up. Familiarity with field construction methods and safe work practices

Key Responsibilities: Develops the scope of work, cost estimates and schedules for capital projects and engineering studies. 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 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 Number of Openings 1