Manufacturing Project Engineer III

Position: Manufacturing Project Engineer III, Req#: CRNGJP00029519Client's internal title: Program or Project Leader Engineer IIILocation: Newton, NC (100% onsite only)Duration: 10+ Months Contract with potential to extendInterview Process: 1 Phone screen, 1 VirtualJob Description:Top skills:Previous equipment installation experienceExperience in the manufacturing industry (NOT lab environment)Auto CAD Skill SetsEngineering degree preferredRequired Years and Area of Experience:BS in Engineering preferred. Willing to look at candidates with extensive experience.3-5 years' experience in new equipment installations in a manufacturing environment. Start-up experiences a plusExperience with new equipment installations and project expansionsExperience in a fast-paced changing environment with multiple prioritiesAbility to learn new technology and processes quicklyCreative/innovative problem solvingStrong technical fundamentals with mechanical engineering skillsProficient with CAD and Inventor/Solidworks,Experience with equipment designAbility to multitask and prioritize work on an independent basis in a fast-paced project installation and manufacturing environmentStrong communication and presentation skillsAbility to work effectively on all levels of an organizationDesired Skills:Project leadership/management experience (including milestone management and financial ownership)Experience in vendor/supplier management on-site/off-siteMechanical equipment and systems interactionsProficient with PC software including Microsoft Office SuiteDetail oriented and able to perform with limited supervision.Soft Skills:Ability to work & effectively collaborate within a teamAbility to allocate/supervise resources to accomplish aggressive project milestones & timeline within specification and costs.Able to shift tasks quicklyAble to prioritize and multitaskCommunicate effectively both verbally and in writingScope of Position:This position is in the Engineering Project and is focused on capacity additions and the associated line installations & debug from a mechanical perspective.Lead and/or participate in manufacturing engineering projects and support teams for capacity installations, equipment debugging, and preparing line/associated parts for Operations Receivership.As a supporting team member, provide mechanical discipline to proactively identify technical problems through root cause understanding coupled with robust industrialized solutions relative to line debug and installs.Leverage knowledge of mechanical engineering, machining & designing processes to improve the performance of equipment/manufacturing processes.Supports or leads new equipment/process introductions and opportunities for improvement.Supports the development and execution of project plans to deliver timely error-free mechanical support for multi-line equipment installationsExperienced with working along-side vendors and suppliers to resolve technical issues to protect scope, timing, and cost metrics.Ability to work across various functional groups daily to accomplish goalsTravel Requirements:Project locations will range from Newton, NC and Hickory, North Carolina.Key Responsibilities:Maintain safe work practices, inform others of hazardous conditions or personal practices as expressed on the project team.Design & implement mechanical solutions and process changes to improve the capability of manufacturing equipment.Manage activities to meet milestone & timeline objectives for successful capacity adds.Solve mechanical and process issues through data analysis, experience and collaboration with subject matter expertsManage spare part identification and storeroom entry as recommended by suppliers or peer engineers, noting available spares within the (2)-plant footprint.Develop and update engineering and operations documentationSupport training for the operations workforce regarding equipment or operations changesWhy TalentBurst?At TalentBurst, we deliver more than talent, we deliver outcomes. We partner with you to move quickly and connect you to opportunities aligned with your skills and long term growth.Backed by precision, transparency, and results, we connect top talent with leading organizations through trusted partnerships.We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement options.TalentBurst is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce.