Project Engineer (CAPITAL PROJECT MANAGEMENT) (CHEMICAL MANUFACTURING)

Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colourful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.

We are currently looking for a Project Engineer to join us at our facility in Front Royal, VA.

Location: Must be open to relocate to the site in Front Royal, VA

Relocation: RELOCATION IS AVAILABLE

Industry: Manufacturing (Paint, Coatings, Chemicals)

Schedule:1’st Shift (Days)

Salary: Depends Upon Experience

Background: Must be able to pass a Background Check & Drug Test

Education: Bachelors of Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical or Electrical) preferred

https://www.axalta.com/corporate/en_US.html (Company Website Link)

Singular focus on providing brilliant coatings sets us apart. Axalta Coating Systems is a leading global company dedicated solely to the development, manufacture and sale of liquid and powder coatings. We serve customers in the automotive, transportation, general industrial and architectural and decorative sectors. Our innovative products and services include paint, color matching tools, application technologies and customer training and business management systems.

A project engineer must be flexible and able to work well in a fast-paced environment. He or she should be competent in handling simultaneously occurring tasks and have excellent written and oral communication skills.

This career requires analytical and mathematical skills, and a firm understanding of the main principles of engineering and construction.

A site project engineer is responsible for, but not limited to the following:

• Work with site engineering & maintenance resources to develop project scope and objectives.

• Follow project front end loading process and identify project phases and design requirements.
• Develop project estimates including equipment, construction and commissioning cost.
• Perform project financial analysis.
• Provide leadership to bring the project through the approval process.
• Coordinate project Mechanical, Process & Electrical design with in-house and contracted resources.
• Maintains project schedule by monitoring project progress; coordinating activities; resolving problems.
• Control project plan by reviewing design, specifications, and adhering to the plan and schedule.
• Control project costs by monitoring purchases, construction and commissioning costs.
• Assist with providing daily construction management support.
• Maintains project design and commissioning documentation.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering degree preferred or 5 years of relevant project engineering experience.
• Industrial plant experience in chemical processing preferred.
• • Good communication and presentation skills (both oral and written).
• Good interpersonal and Conflict Resolution Skills with the ability to influence managers, peers, and maintenance team.
• Ability to utilize other software tools as appropriate SAP, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Project, Visio, Outlook, SharePoint)
• MINIMUM OF 5 YEARS CAPITAL PROJECT MANAGEMENT IS REQUIRED

This is an active opening for which we are recruiting to fill immediately.

Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140 countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.

Our Company:

Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colorful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.

Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140 countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.

Axalta may use technology-assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to support certain aspects of the recruitment and selection process. These tools may be used to help manage applications, identify job-related qualifications, and assist recruiter review. All hiring decisions involve human oversight and review.

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