What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Project Engineer position at Vallourec North America?
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At Vallourec, we are seeking a Mechanical Engineer who will lead, coordinate, and execute major capital and maintenance projects across the mill while providing essential technical expertise to support safe, efficient, and reliable operations.
Your Role at a Glance
- Organize, plan, coordinate, and monitor assigned mechanical engineering projects.
- Identify project phases, technical requirements, and resource needs.
- Manage major mechanical capital investment projects to ensure completion on time, within budget, and achieving ROI.
- Supervise contracted mechanical resources with strict adherence to safety procedures (toolbox talks, daily permits, continuous supervision).
- Lead and support mechanical maintenance projects to resolve issues across the mill.
- Maintain mechanical technical documents, schematics, and prints and ensure accessibility for plant personnel.
- Manage mechanical disciplines of approved capital projects and support cross-functional engineering initiatives.
- Provide daily mechanical troubleshooting and technical support to mill personnel.
- Manage and maintain all mechanical documentation, manuals, and prints.
What Sets You Apart
- Strong communication skills.
- Advanced mechanical engineering knowledge and application.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and MS Excel
- Ability to work independently in a self-directed environment.
- Willingness to travel up to 10% for supplier visits, acceptance tests, and benchmarking.
Education & Experience Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- 5–7 years project engineer experience.
- 5–10 years mill or heavy industrial experience preferred.
- Training in project management preferred.
- Excellent computer skills.
What Powers Your Performance
- Direct ability and strong teamwork orientation.
- Adaptability and accountability.
- Reliability and dependability.
- Initiative and strong safety awareness.
- Ability to give and receive constructive feedback.
- Pride in performance and commitment to quality.
- Positive response to change.
- High attention to detail and continuous improvement mindset.
How We Support Your Success
We’re committed to helping you thrive- on the job and beyond. That’s why we offer a collaborative culture where your ideas drive real change, and career mobility within a stable, essential industry. To support your growth and well-being, we also provide a comprehensive and competitive benefits program, including:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Company-Paid Life Insurance & Short/Long-Term Disability
- Profit Sharing: Up to 4%
- 401(k): Company match 4.5% with no vesting period
- Paid Parental Leave: For birthing and non-birthing parents, including adoptions
- Paid Holidays: 10 days, plus 1 personal floating holiday
- Paid Vacation Time
- Performance-Based Bonus Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
Safety isn’t negotiable, it’s who we are. Every spark, every shift, and every decision is guided by a commitment that goes well beyond compliance. We don’t cut corners; we set the standard. That means clear expectations, continuous training, and shared accountability at every level. Protecting our people is more than a priority, it’s a promise we make to every colleague, every day.