Mech Mtn Project Engineer - AP
New Yesterday
GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION:
This position is responsible for providing professional Mechanical Engineering service and technical support to Maintenance and Operation departments for the redesign, modification, re- engineering and retro-fitting of machinery and equipment to improve quality and productivity.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Coordinates and sets priority for the projects in the respective area.
Analyzes and defines machinery and equipment problems to improve quality, productivity, repair damaged equipment, save money, and increase production line uptime.
Re-designs, re-engineers and /or retro-fits machinery and equipment that needs upgrading, is damaged, is poorly designed or is incorrectly used in order to improve quality and productivity, to repair damaged equipment, to save money and to improve production line up-time.
Defines and scopes projects, makes engineering drawings or layouts, writes engineering reports, makes cost estimates, obtains bids, writes work orders, makes recommendations to management, obtains approval to purchase necessary equipment and materials, and works with Maintenance and Operations Personal to retro-fit and install.
Communicates and coordinates with Maintenance Personnel to provide technical expertise and support on the full range of maintenance projects and programs to reduce maintenance costs, avoid costly downtime, and increase equipment utilization.
Works closely with accounting personnel to insure proper coding of all projects.
Follows OSHA regulations as it applies to engineering design, constructions, maintenance, and equipment installation to assure NAS compliance to safety and health requirements.
Keeps abreast of new equipment and techniques by reading appropriate journals associating with professional organizations, trade associations, colleagues, equipment vendors, service companies, consultants, and government agencies, and attending conferences, training courses, and continuing education courses as appropriate
SUPPLEMENTAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Other duties as assigned
Participation in relevant continuous improvement programs.
MINIMUM EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of Technical Degree from approved University/College. (BS/BA)
Basic computer skills required.
One year experience needed in Industrial Environment.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Mobility in plant
While performing the duties of (this job), the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, etc.
The employee is frequently required to make use of their hands for technical tasks
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Visual ability with or without correction
Communication abilities
HEALTH AND SAFETY:
Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations
Follow Company safety rules
Report the absence of or defect in any protective equipment or clothing to the Supervisor or Manager immediately
Use or wear the equipment, protective devices or clothing that is required to be used or worn:
Safety shoes
Safety glasses
Hearing protection
Hard Hat
Some areas may require additional personal protective equipment such as:
Respirators; the respirator requires you to be clean shaven in order to comply with company policies and procedures as well as OSHA Regulations.
Fire Retardant clothing
Acid PPE
Report to the Safety Coordinator, Group Lead or Supervisor any contravention of the
Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations or Company policy
Must follow all Lock out Tag out (LOTO) guidelines for designated machines
Must follow all Environmental Policies and Regulations
Maintain a clean and safe work area
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations
Clean, well ventilated and safe work areas.
HUMAN RESOURCES:
Abiding by the Acerinox Code of Conduct
Keeping oneself informed through your company email account
Maintaining your Dynamic Policy Profile and all assigned learnings therein
Abiding by all security procedures
Must have strong written and verbal communication skills
Must be able to learn, adapt, and retain information
Must have strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Location:
- Ghent
- Category:
- Manufacturing