Powerwell · 9 hours ago
Traveling Senior Project Engineer
Powerwell is a leading recruitment firm helping our clients discover top talent. They are recruiting for a Traveling Senior Project Engineer to work independently on large, complex projects in the design and development of material handling systems. The role involves coordinating and supervising other engineers while interacting with various teams to ensure project success.
Responsibilities
Plan, organize and complete the engineering effort required for a given task to meet the project schedule and budget. Communicate the status of the engineering effort to management as required
Perform project execution plans for mechanical scope of supply by establishing project procurement and engineering resource plan
Maintain documentation for mechanical engineering budgets and expenditures and proactively communicate the variances to the project team
Establish and lead project design review meetings both for internal mechanical engineering team and controls/electrical team
Design a system to meet specifications including, but not limited to, throughput, load capacity, size range, and building clearances
Properly apply material handling and auxiliary equipment as needed to meet project requirements and minimize total project cost (engineering, material and installation)
Order material and clearly communicate specifications and requirements, by task, in time to meet project needs
Lead and be responsible for the work of other individuals when additional work with engineers as needed
Maintain control of manpower usage and material expenditure to meet predefined schedule and budget constraints
Prepare an installation package that contains the drawings, special instruction, and other information that communicates all necessary technical information to installers/ subcontractors
Assist Project Management and Field Installation team to plan the installation effort and continue supporting the field installation efforts remotely or with site visits
Seek the most optimized and cost-effective practical solutions to system designs and technical problems considering engineering, material and installation components
Evaluate job site conditions when required and coordinate lists or tasks required for others
Prepare, maintain and archive project files, drawing lists, conveyor lists and drawings
Review assumptions used and constraints placed on the system by Applications Engineering and follow best value-added engineering practices
Utilize and develop standard procedures, designs and assemblies where possible
Mentor and develop less experienced engineers. Seek internal and external training and cross training opportunities
Examine installation methods and prepare procedures or other documentation to ensure that equipment is installed correctly as needed
Provide design and installation feedback to the Applications Engineering department to facilitate better budgeting and sales concepts
Perform any other engineering related requests management may require
May be assigned to special projects or required to perform other duties not listed above, which may vary from time to time as determined by management, to meet company needs
Qualification
Required
Four-year degree in mechanical or industrial engineering, or, equivalent experience
Minimum of five years of experience in the design and development of material handling systems
Minimum of seven years of experience working with a material handling integrator
Must be proactive in nature, have a good mechanical aptitude, and an ability to work and manage multiple tasks at the same time
Required interpersonal skills include good verbal and written abilities and they must work well with others
Computer skills include Windows based operating systems and utilities, AutoCAD, 3D parametric modeling software (Inventor/SolidWorks) and all Microsoft Office Products including Microsoft Outlook
Navisworks, Recap and Point Cloud capabilities is a requirement
Travel to job sites and possible extended stays (one day to two weeks) is a requirement for this position
Commitment Required. Able to set and meet goals; sincere care for others; overwhelming desire to win and to be part of a winning team
Preferred
Machine design a plus
ACC and BIM modeling capabilities is a plus
Benefits
Comprehensive benefit offerings including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Holidays, Education Assistance, Short and Long-Term Disability, Group Life Insurance, Legal Assistance and Identify Theft Plan.
Company
Powerwell
Powerwell is a technology platform that provides data staffing, data projects, and data support services.
Funding
Current Stage
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