Job Title: Mechanical Project EngineerJob Description

We are a global leader in packaging solutions with a vision to revolutionize the industry by making all our products recyclable or reusable by 2025. We are currently seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer in Terre Haute, IN to assist with mechanical and electrical components, equipment, and manufacturing technology. This role involves leading safety initiatives, managing project documentation, overseeing purchasing, handling project logistics, and providing engineering support.

Responsibilities

• Act as a safety leader by complying with all safety rules, policies, regulations, and procedures, participating in safety programs, and encouraging employee involvement in safety activities.

• Address customer needs by identifying problems and safety concerns, developing and evaluating alternate solutions to define project scope.

• Coordinate project documentation by preparing and assembling the engineering package/project documentation for assigned projects.

• Manage purchasing services by reviewing potential vendors, contacting them, coordinating with the Purchasing Department, issuing purchase orders, negotiating prices, and expediting delivery.

• Handle project logistics by coordinating project costs, scheduling, and communications for projects of varying scope and responsibilities.

• Procure materials by determining required materials, reviewing potential vendors, issuing purchase requisitions, and expediting delivery.

• Ensure equipment safety and compliance by interfacing with people, departments, and companies to ensure equipment is safe, made on schedule, and meets specifications.

• Assist with installations by coordinating or assisting with installation, checkout, start-up, and training as necessary.

• Provide engineering support by troubleshooting plant issues that maintenance cannot resolve.

• Participate in continuous improvement by actively engaging in Continuous Improvement projects and leading teams.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.

• 3-6 years of experience within a manufacturing setting.

• 3+ years of experience managing capital projects.

• Ability to communicate and work cross-functionally with project engineering teams, process engineering teams, and outside vendors.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in plastics packaging manufacturing.

• Familiarity with controls and automation.

Work Environment

The work environment is a clean, well-lit facility, but it is not climate controlled. The typical shift for engineers is 7 AM - 4 PM Monday through Friday, with occasional weekend work expected depending on project demand. Flexibility in working hours is provided.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $48.08 - $55.29

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Terre Haute,IN.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Dec 31, 2024.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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