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Project Engineer II - Mechanical/Electrical

delaware, OH

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About this opportunity

Greif lists this Project Engineer II - Mechanical/Electrical opportunity in delaware, Ohio. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries.

With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.

Learn more about the company's Customized Polymer , Sustainable Fiber , Durable Metal , and Integrated Solutions at and follow Greif on Instagram and LinkedIn.

Our Vision

To Be the Advantage That Helps Our Customers Win.

Our Purpose

Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials.

Job Requisition #

Project Engineer II - Mechanical/Electrical (Open)

Job Description

Job Summary: Reporting to the Regional Engineering Manager this role will be responsible for supporting creative engineering solutions to production process issues through the modification and improvement of existing equipment and subcomponents, or the design and development of new products. Utilize Engineering background to lead projects, develop and implement equipment or process improvements and other engineering functions within the assigned region. Position requires a balance between of hands-on and analytical engineering skills.

Key Responsibilities - Extensive Travel Required

Manages the development and execution of several concurrent medium complexity (2+ MUSD) projects, including scope development, requirements specifications, schedule, estimating cost and tracking budget and resources. Plans other technical activities relating to the project to ensure safety, regulatory, and policy requirements are met.

Designs and develops basic mechanical layouts while taking in consideration specifics to new products or manufacturing process requirements. Suggests improvements to existing equipment or processes.

Defines and drafts project technical requirements specification to aid the acquisition of assets and services. Develop all project related documentation and hand over packages

develops projects which optimizes manufacturing processes, including process control, set-up, changeover, automation, die development, new equipment selections and lean manufacturing workflow improvements to enhance productivity, cost efficiency, reliability, and safety.

Participates with the internal EH&S resources to identify implement equipment safety standards, risks, and procedures. Supports equipment safety upgrades as needed in the plant network. Supports commitment-based safety. Promotes use of all PPE by employees, ensuring guards and safety features are working, and good daily safety practices and habits.

Interfaces and coordinates internal and external stakeholders, discusses proposals, solutions and manages projects execution to scope.

Provide technical consultation to plant maintenance groups pertaining to installation, trouble shooting, process control and repair of equipment.

Can be sent to a facility with minimal guidance, establish and implement robust improvement plans.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Education And Experience

Typically possesses Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Engineering (Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering Preferred). Advanced degree a plus

5-7+ years of Project Engineering in manufacturing environment with practical expertise in mechanical, electrical engineering.

Mechanical engineering knowledge and its application, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment, and component design

Hands-on experience with set-up, troubleshooting, changeover, automation, and die optimization

Experience with new product development, design, trials, and material selection

Basic electrical experience as is relating to control of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems

Experience within the Steel Manufacturing Industry a plus!

Knowledge And Skills

Related background and experience in project engineering and management (planning, prioritization, and implementation). Experience leading medium projects. Project examples include new equipment, machine rebuilds, process upgrades and automation cell design and complete manufacturing line install.

Experience with developing detailed plans to improve plant reliability, robustness, and profitability.

Ability to learn and develop Greif internal process and product requirements knowledge, support trials and suggest material selection

Ability to understanding and follow electrical diagrams,

Good knowledge of electrical components, instrumentation, and their application to mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems

Ability to follow controls, programing logic as it pertains to the manufacturing processes,

Fundamental knowledge of electrical codes

Good communication skills for creating, delivering project ideas and solutions and foster a positive relationship

Good understanding of OSHA, all regulatory compliances and industrial safety practices

Good understanding of financial details related to ROI, NPV

Proficiency in AutoCAD 2D and 3D

Advanced Use of Microsoft office tools, MS project, Smartsheet’s

Spanish speaking is a plus

Extensive travel required

Specific Mechanical Knowledge And Skills Required

Mechanical engineering knowledge and its application, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment, and component design

Hands-on experience with set-up, troubleshooting, changeover, automation, and die optimization

Experience with new product development, design, trials, and material selection

Electrical experience as is relating to control of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems

Specific Electrical Knowledge And Skills a Plus

Electrical engineering knowledge of machine control

Experience with design and analysis of basic power and control circuits

Experience configuring and programming PLC’s, motor controls, electrical protection

Fundamental knowledge of electrical codes

Specific Plastic Knowledge And Skills a Plus

Good knowledge of plastic blow molding and injection molding manufacturing processes and equipment

Hands-on experience with set-up, troubleshooting, changeover, automation, and mold optimization

Knowledge of mold and die design

Machine PLC programming and process control set up

Experience with new product development, design, trials and resin selection a plus

Electromechanical trouble shooting experience

At Greif, we believe that our colleagues are the center of our success. Our Total Rewards have a comprehensive focus on well-being and offer a competitive package that enables you to thrive, be engaged, and reach your full potential.

Compensation Range

The pay range for this position is $94,400.00 - $160,700.00 annually. Typically, a competitive wage for new hires will fall between105,000.00 to140,000.00 annually. Offers for this position may vary based on market data and other factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. The position may also be eligible for a short-term incentive.

Benefits Statement

Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive core benefits, paid time off, and a range of local benefits for eligible colleagues.

EEO Statement

We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and opportunity for growth. Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic.

For more information read Greif’s Equal Opportunity Policy.

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Worksite address

delaware, OH, 43015, US

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