Project Engineer - Salem, OR

About AkzoNobel

Since 1792, weve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color peoples lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon is trusted by customers around the globe. Were active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. Its what youd expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company thats dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today while creating an even better tomorrow. Lets paint the future together.

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Responsible for process improvement work that will improve operational safety, product quality and consistency, increase efficiency and/or capacity, and reduce operating costs. Provide technical support for specific manufacturing processes to ensure process capability meets or exceeds customer requirements. Provide technical support and expertise for processing of developmental products on the production line. The Engineer I will work with minimal supervision on projects. All projects will use the current regional engineering and/or the facility processes as a project guide. The Engineer 1 will provide recommendations, with consultations of others, on productivity improvements to the manufacturing process and sustainability improvements at the Plant. Interface regularly with site manager, Lab Leader, HS&E Manager, Engineering Manager.

• Plan, develop, coordinate and manage engineering projects. Perform cost studies on proposed equipment procurement, facility additions or modifications and other major mechanical/electrical capital expenditures.
• Direct and coordinate major machine, equipment, facility construction, modification, move and repair projects.
• Perform required engineering calculations in the establishment of theoretical designs; confer and consult with specialists, vendors or others on electronics, controls and other technical matters.
• Prepare specifications, obtain drawings and competitive quotations as required.
• Initiate all required research, design, drafting, testing and other functions pertinent to the finalization of designs and specifications.
• Prepare all required instructions and procedures, assist in any technical problems; direct all necessary drawings prepared internally and review and approve all drawings and specifications prepared outside the company.
• Serve as a Project Engineer for the plant in the application theories, concepts, principles, and processes for the manufacture of coatings.
• Keep abreast of new methods and developments affecting the operation of the plant so as to recommend changes in emphasis or new programs warranted by such developments.
• Maintain required contacts to stay informed of developments in manufacturing and processing equipment and requirements; machine design, facility and services and other items of potential value to, or application in, company product lines. Interface with all other plant locations to share best practices.
• Maintain or direct the maintenance of all required records, files and logs covering all programs or projects. Prepare periodic or special progress, status, cost, and other reports, analyses and recommendations.
• Coordinate all aspects of the plant Quality system.
• Capital budget preparation.
• Attend and participate in Plant Programs/Committees/Training as required, such as Department Safety, Plant Safety, Behavioural Safety, Housekeeping Audit Teams, OSHA PSM, Life Saving Rules or any other safety programs.

List the minimum required qualifications for the job in the following order: education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Qualifications must be directly linked to the level of responsibilities. List the preferred qualifications in a separate paragraph. Note that the preferred qualifications bring performance to a competent level.

1-7 yrs experience Chemical related field BS Chemical/Mechanical Engineering E E A,R A

• Experience with personal computers and distributed control systems including excellent PC, Excel and Word software skills.
• Experience with batch and continuous processes and process control Experience with statistical process control techniques.
• Experience with chemical unit operations in a 'plant environment'.
• Experience with concept of OSHA/safety programs Strong communication skills both verbal & written.
• Effective interpersonal skills Strong organizational skills including document management, tracking , results follow-up
• Capable of efficiently integrating existing methods with new innovations to safety and economically solve production problems in a timely manner Strong problem solving skills.
• Strong understanding of maintenance and the maintenance process.

The salary range for these skills is: $89,000.00 - $96,000.00.This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.

Benefits:

Medical insurance with HSA Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits Annual bonus 401K retirement savings with 6% company match Generous vacation, personal and holiday pay Paid Parental leave Active Diversity & Inclusion Networks Career growth opportunities on a regional and global scale Tuition Reimbursement Career growth opportunities Employee referral bonus

At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.

Requisition ID: 47588

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