AkzoNobel · 4 hours ago
Project Engineer - Waukegan
Waukegan, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$84K/yr - $96K/yr
3+ years expAkzoNobel is a leading company in the paints and coatings industry, dedicated to providing sustainable solutions. The Project Engineer will define, prepare, lead, and execute projects that optimize production processes and ensure compliance with safety and operational guidelines.
Chemical EngineeringConstructionElectronicsIndustrialIndustrial AutomationSustainability
Responsibilities
Develops, executes and/or manages engineering projects at the site to meet the proper efficiency, time, scope, budget, quality, and stakeholder satisfaction
Provide input for process modifications and/or modifications of existing operation, and develop business cases as appropriate
Delivers the site capex investment plan in accordance with agreed site priorities
Provide PLC troubleshooting support to site operations
Identify opportunities and make suggestions for improvement in production process
Functional excellence in HSE policies, project management, construction management and contractor management
Executes applicable AkzoNobel policies, guidelines, processes, methodologies, working methods and systems
Ensures projects and documentation are compliant with all local, state and national regulations (eg. OHSA PSM, NFPA, etc…)
Drives collaboration and engagement with all levels of the site for design, constructing and implementing improvement projects
Ensures operator buy-in on process improvement projects
Responsible for safe delivery of projects through correct management of contractors and third parties
Effectively engages with key site stakeholders (and other levels) to manage expectations on site (handover, training)
Qualification
Required
BS in Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering
3-5 years of applicable project or process engineering experience, ideally in a paint or chemical factory
Experience designing and selecting equipment for Class 1 Div 1 environments
Experience with PTW, MOC and PSM requirements
Experience with PLC / Automation / OT Infrastructure
Ability to climb stairs wearing steel-toed footwear
Ability to work in hot and cold environments and inclement weather
Ability to work in a heavy manufacturing environment with limited exposure to chemical agents
Benefits
401K retirement savings with 6% company match
Medical insurance with HSA
Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits
Generous vacation, sick and holiday pay
Short & Long term disability
Paid Parental leave after 1 year
Career growth opportunities
Active Diversity & Inclusion Networks
Employee referral bonus
Employee appreciation days
Company
AkzoNobel
AkzoNobel is a chemical manufacturing company that provides paints and coatings solutions and services for various projects worldwide.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2010-01-01Post Ipo Equity
1999-04-01IPO
Leadership Team
Stefan Malmsten
Director Digital Technology
Recent News
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