Project Engineer

Job Title
Project Engineer - Lostock

Summary
The project engineer will manage projects through all project phases, including inception, planning, engineering, cost estimate analysis, commissioning, and start up. The candidate will be responsible for teaming with site stakeholders to develop project scopes and leading execution of installation of projects in the Lostock Plant. The candidate will interface, team, and collaborate with the various plant functional departments including EHS (Environment, Health, and Safety), production/operations, quality control, maintenance and SCM organizations and other outside contractors as needed. The project engineer will report to the Site Leader.

Please note that this role requires on-site presence five days per week, Monday through Friday.

Responsibilities Include

• Apply sound and best practice industry engineering principles to the design and maintenance of specialty chemical plants.
• Work with internal engineering and operations teams to develop project scopes.
• Day-to-day project execution through planning and scheduling, prioritizing and complying with safety requirements, such as the permitting process and LOTO.
• Field checks and supervision to ensure quality construction and installation to the plant standards are followed.
• Routine reviews to track project progress and communicate with key project stakeholders.
• Ensures good communication between the cross-functional team members; promotes and motivates teamwork to complete projects safely, on time, and budget.
• Owns the completion process and closure of operational area expenses to investment projects as assigned.
• Development and maintenance of project budgets and tracking and reporting on project spending and forecasting.
• Coordinate and manage contractors, and reinforce safe working practices, procedures, and required documentation in the field.
• Audits field work execution and authorize changes to scope to support the project installation/construction.
• Maintains a safe work environment.
• Performs the above-mentioned responsibilities safely, ethically, and in compliance with all federal and state regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Site Leader.

Qualifications
The following are
required
for the role

• This position requires at least 3 years of technical/engineering professional experience.
• Experience in execution of project phases including inception, design and engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning in an operating plant.
• Strong individual accountability and support team, detail-oriented, team player, and safety-first mindset.
• Experience leading and communicating with project teams and working with general contractors, ensuring safe systems of work, and monitoring EHS performance.
• Exhibits strong personal EHS behaviors with a personal commitment to safety.
• Critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills to drive project progress and achieve project deliverables.

The Following Are Preferred For The Role

• Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering or similar.
• Familiarity with project engineering stage-gate workflows and recognized industry standards and practices such as APM or PRINCE2 Certification.
• Experience in continuous improvement or White/ Yellow Belt Six Sigma Lean Training.
• Strong knowledge of MES, ERP, Automation, and quality systems
• Working knowledge of PSM (process safety management) processes and systems.
• Work experience in a chemical processing facility and/or polymer/rubber industries.
• Proficiency in SAP, AutoCAD, MS Project, and Microsoft Office tools.

What We Offer
At Momentive, we value your well-being and offer competitive total rewards and development programs. Our inclusive culture fosters a strong sense of belonging and provides diverse career opportunities to help you unleash your full potential. Together, through innovative problem-solving and collaboration, we strive to create sustainable solutions that make a meaningful impact. Join our Momentive team to open a bright future.
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About Us
Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customer's products forward—products that have a profound impact on all aspects of life, around the clock and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicones and specialty solutions that play an essential role in driving performance across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, healthcare, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more.

Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law.

To be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law. An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.

Note to third parties:
Momentive is not seeking or accepting any unsolicited assistance from search and selection firms or employment agencies at this time.