JOB DETAILS:
Job Title: Project Engineer – Advanced Engineering
Location: Pensacola, FL, 32514 (Onsite)
Position Overview:
The Project Engineer – Advanced Engineering is responsible for supporting capital and plant support projects ranging from $15M to $150M. You will lead small to mid-level projects with management guidance and handle diverse responsibilities, from desk-based equipment design to on-site contractor management or hands-on installation. This role uniquely combines technical expertise with practical, hands-on problem-solving.
Responsibilities:
- Lead moderate-size projects or support large-scale projects from concept to completion, including equipment design, process engineering, and modifications to systems.
- Supervise contractors (civil, plumbing, electrical, mechanical) and coordinate mechanical assembly of designs.
- Take a hands-on approach by assembling, installing, and qualifying equipment yourself.
- Develop detailed budgets, timelines, and project documentation.
- Characterize manufacturing processes to identify critical drivers and establish controls.
- Lead qualification efforts for process changes, raw material updates, and new product introductions.
- Proficiently use Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Minitab, and 3D CAD software (e.g., AutoDesk Inventor).
Qualifications:
Must Have-
- 2D & 3D CAD experience (e.g., Inventor, SolidWorks, Catia, Pro-E, Revit).
- High mechanical aptitude.
- Experience managing mechanical and electrical contractors.
Education-
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering.
Skills & Experience-
- Strong background in mechanical, electrical, or chemical engineering for process equipment.
- Hands-on mechanical aptitude with tools, machinery, and equipment assembly.
- Working knowledge of industrial safety standards (OSHA).
- Ability to lead cross-functional technical engineering programs using in-house and external resources.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience in SPC, Design of Experiments (DOE), and Six Sigma methodologies.
- Knowledge of process validation methods (IQ/OQ/PQ) and risk assessment techniques.
- Familiarity with machining processes and feasible design applications.