We are Covestro. We are curious. We are courageous. We are colorful. We refined Chemical material solutions with game-changing products. Let us empower you to push boundaries. Join us and our 18,150 colleagues now and together we will make the world a brighter place. WHAT WE OFFER This position is responsible for planning and directing the development, execution and completion of major Covestro LLC, capital investment projects. This includes concept development, basic engineering, detailed engineering and design, overall procurement, construction and start-up of new production facilities or modification of existing facilities. This position functions as a Project Manager by providing direct supervision, management, coaching and training of Project Team and/or other Project Engineers. For projects located outside of the Engineering building, the Principal Project Engineer acts as the Covestro task force leader. When projects are in an outside engineering firm, the Principal Project Engineer is the liaison between the EPC contractor and Covestro. In addition, the incumbent is responsible to ensure that all the required resources are identified, available and of adequate capability for these projects. Major Responsibilities Maintain a close working relationship with business (BU/SU) to define, plan, budget, and execute required capital projects. Provide direct technical and economic input on Appropriation Request preparation. Manage the implementation of capital projects. This includes concept development, basic engineering, process optimization, technical and economic evaluation of alternatives, scope definition and control, estimating, cost control, scheduling, ensuring schedule compliance, detailed engineering and design, compliance with engineering, safety and environmental standards and procedures, procurement of goods and services, overall supervision of construction and preparation of information for submittal of environmental permit applications. Identify requirements and secure the necessary engineering discipline, engineering services, procurement and construction support to execute the capital plans and/or the assigned projects (internal and/or outsourcing). Supervise the activities of project engineers and discipline personnel (3rd party or direct) assigned to the projects. Coordinate activities as required with the respective Engineering Discipline Consultants. Establish and maintain effective relationships with the many support groups within the Corporation to obtain timely input of their requirements into the capital projects and their assistance in project execution. These Departments or groups include Corporate and Site Environmental Control, Industrial Hygiene and Plant Safety, Site Mechanical and PCT Maintenance and Engineering, Plant Administration and Planning, Purchasing, Accounting and Law Departments as well as the many groups in Technology Services Americas and QA/QC and Regulatory Affairs Departments, if applicable. Participate as chairperson on Project Steering Committees, be a focal point between Project Team and Steering Committee on project issues and decisions. Maintain a liaison relationship with Covestro GPE and Technical Center colleagues during Technology Transfers and appropriate project execution phases. Prepare and execute Capital Projects in accordance with department vision, mission, commitment and goals. Includes selection of engineering, procurement and construction approaches, selection of potential vendors and contractors, evaluation of bids and approval of successful candidates. Also includes qualification and validation approaches, if applicable. Provide management with updated analysis and projections on the status of capital projects focusing on management of change, schedule compliance, cost control and major project highlights. WHAT YOU OFFER Minimum Qualifications: A Bachelor of Science degree, preferable in Chemical Engineering & 10 years OR MS & 8 years OR PhD & 6 years of combined engineering and project engineering/management job exposure. A broad and sound understanding of principles and design of the project discipline activities is a must for obtaining a complete design concept. This position requires significant experience directly related to the principles and procedures (both in-house and outsourcing methods) of process/project engineering and experience in controlling and integrating the activities associated with design/construction projects. Preferred Qualifications: Successful completion of a management training course is desirable. Experience at Covestro LLC and knowledge of the German language is highly beneficial because of the close contact maintained with Covestro AG on many projects. PMI/PMP certification Knowledge & Skills: An understanding of general business principles and procedures is beneficial in the handling of cost-related aspects of project management. Good communication skills and computer literacy are mandatory. Ability to influence and direct others toward common objectives due to frequent interaction with and evaluation of proposals from various levels of individuals from both inside and outside of the company #LIAD1 YOUR APPLICATION Are you as curious, courageous and colorful as we are? If so, we can offer you an exciting career opportunity. We look forward to receiving your application and resume. Become part of our team - apply now! Equal Employment Opportunity: Hiring and advancement are based on job-related requirements and on an individual's qualifications to perform a job. All aspects of employment are carried out free of discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disabilities, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression or any unlawful criterion, existing under applicable federal, state, or local law. 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