Sr. Project Engineer

We are hiring a Sr. Project Engineer to join our team in Chilton, WI.

Here in Chilton, we manufacture hand torches and fuel cylinders sold under our Bernzomatic brand, a well-established name in the tools and outdoor living space. Our products are sold in retail stores across the country and used by trade professionals, DIYers, outdoor enthusiasts and others.

Worthington practices a people-first philosophy and believes employees are essential to the company's success. In addition to a competitive benefits package, Worthington offers training, development and advancement opportunities. We are proud to offer the below, as well.

Comprehensive benefits with low premiums starting day one

401k with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Company profit sharing

Onsite barbershop and fitness center

Great team and team dynamics

About the Role:

The Project Engineer will be responsible for completing a broad range of engineering projects. Projects will include new equipment procurement and installation; facility upgrades; process improvements; equipment enhancements including new automation; and projects involving electrical systems, PLC, HMI, and safety circuit design upgrades.

This role may also support electrical, control and mechanical projects that may be stand-alone projects or portions of a larger projects managed by others.

Develop project scope and objectives as well as budget and schedules for electrical, controls, mechanical, and automation projects in nature

Direct and support project team for electrical, controls, mechanical, and automation projects in nature

The Project Engineer will support the facilities by participating in Transformation, Continuous Improvement and Cost Savings initiatives and activities. Additionally, this role will have interactions with QC, Regulatory, EH&S, Finance, as well as other functional groups.

Identify and manage project risks and issues

Communicate project status/metric/etc. to stakeholders and senior management

Troubleshoot & provide support to other departments as necessary

Approximately 5%-15% travel

Desired Experience

Manufacturing background with capital project experience is required

Proficient with computer-based 2D & 3D software (i.e., AutoCAD, SolidWorks)

Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project)

Process Safety Management (PSM) knowledge preferred

Fundamental knowledge of machine design and operating principles

Fundamental knowledge of machine repair and troubleshooting practices

Fundamental knowledge and/or ability to quickly familiarize oneself with codes and standards

Fundamental knowledge and/or ability to quickly familiarize oneself with product and process design techniques

Fundamental knowledge of the functions that PLC's perform with facility production equipment

Strong interpersonal communication, problem solving, and organizational skills

Self-motivated and sound decision making skills

Independent contributor who can excel in a Team environment

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