Plant Project Engineer - Industrial

Job Description: We're seeking a Project Engineer with a resilient, can-do attitude and the flexibility to tackle diverse tasks and projects. This is a hands-on role with company-wide exposure. You will build effective relationships and support the members of all departments such as production, maintenance, etc. You will work on projects in our manufacturing sites, primarily Hatfield, PA, but will travel as needed to other sites in the US. Bring your resourcefulness and drive to Penn Color — where every day is an opportunity to learn, grow, and lead. Ready to take on what's next? Let's make it happen together! Responsibilities: Own all aspects of planning and delivery for assigned projects, from conceptualization through construction/commissioning. Prepare, review, and approve detailed engineering reports, specifications, request for proposals, construction documents, PM Schedules and Operating procedures. Identify and track potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success. Perform capacity studies of plant utilities as needed. Manage vendors, contractors, and outside engineering firms to complete projects on time and within established budgets. Act as a technical resource for internal customers with respect to capital project planning, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project success. Utilize CAD tools to layout production lines for operator-centric functionality, including machinery, product infeed/discharge, and access platforms per OSHA standards. Engineer, design, and detail parts as needed such as: custom fabricated dies, breaker plates or spare parts, dust collection hoods, equipment modifications, etc. Collaborate with the maintenance and operational excellence teams on equipment operational and reliability issues. Identify and submit safety hazards and/or improvements. Implement corrections as assigned. Maintain and update the company as built documentation as needed. Other duties as assigned. Education: A bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline from an ABET accredited university (mechanical, electrical preferred) is required. Applicants with significant hands-on experience in an industrial environment, such as plant operations or maintenance, (≥ 10 years) in lieu of a degree will be considered. Knowledge/Skills/Experience: A minimum of 2 years of experience developing and executing capital projects in an industrial setting is required. 5+ years of experience is preferred. A broad understanding of batch manufacturing operations is preferred. OSHA and/or NFPA safety training/certifications, such as OSHA 30 and NFPA 70E. Direct working knowledge with any of the following industrial equipment: dry material blenders, bulk material handling systems/equipment, liquid mixing and blending, extrusion, boilers, process chillers, HVAC systems, dust collection, pumps, and life safety systems. Working knowledge of PLC based control systems and process instrumentation. Strong ability to collaborate with diverse teams and internal customers. Brings a "customer first" attitude to day-to-day work. Ability to travel up to 20-30%, including some international travel. Software Proficiency: Autodesk tools, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel). Physical Demands: Sit, stand, walk on floors, equipment access platforms, and catwalks. Climb ladders/stairways in an industrial setting Close/distance vision and ability to see color and adjust focus Ability to engage in written/verbal communication in English with a high level of fluency. Willingness to work extended or odd shifts, such as evenings and weekends, as project and operational needs may require. Penn Color offers many tangible and intangible benefits to our full-time employees: Tangible benefits include: Highly competitive compensation A choice between 3 outstanding medical plans 401K with a strong company match PTO to balance your life Additional company perks And More! Our intangible benefits really set us apart: Unmatched company stability Long-term career opportunity True open door, friendly environment Ability to "own" your role Company events that bring us all together If you desire a long-term career, want to work alongside an exceptional group of people, and wish to use your talents to shape a world-class company, then we are your employer of choice! Penn Color, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regards to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability or any other protected categories. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given an equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. At Penn Color, it's our employees that make all the difference! Penn Color employees are... ...passionate about solving customer problems …empowered to make decisions that create value for our customers - beyond their expectations. At Penn Color, we listen, care, and invest in helping our employees build their future in a healthy and stable company. Career opportunities are created by success as a team, by business growth and by the diversity of the markets we serve. Does this resonate with you? Then Penn Color is your employer of choice. Apply today! At Penn Color, we inspire the world's leading brands to push the boundaries of color and function. We are a third-generation, family owned, global developer and manufacturer of color and functional additive masterbatches, compounds, and liquid pigmented dispersions. The unique position that Penn Color holds in the industry makes a difference for customers: as a global leader, Penn Color is a stable and dependable partner, offering world-class knowledge, experience and capabilities; as a privately held company, Penn Color is fast, nimble, willing to take calculated risks, and easy to do business with.