Corporate Design Engineer

Position Purpose:

This position is accountable for designing and leading strategic CapEx engineering projects within our Manufacturing Operations. This includes the engineering design and physical execution of $250,000+ capital projects, project management ownership from design through startup, and long-range strategic technical planning for the business.  The role also leads the development of engineering design specifications, guidelines, and standards.

Principle Accountabilities: 

• Responsible for capital project execution including equipment selection, technical and financial justification, CapEx management, purchasing, installation/construction, and start-up support efforts
• Engineering Design Leadership - Develop and manage engineering design specifications and Techno-Economic Models including process design, P&ID, mass and energy balances, equipment sizing, and financial analyses (CapEx, OpEx, NPV)
• Support & bolster the Engineering Work Process providing strategic direction and support to build and enhance the work process
• Engineers within the team on large projects can be assigned specific portions of capital projects based on expertise and workload availability including project management, technical design of packaging equipment & paint making/processing equipment, and construction management.
  • Project Management - Manage projects using the Engineering Work Process from conceptual design through successful startup transition to the local plant team. This includes managing budget, timeline, and deliverables to ensure the project meets established success criteria.
  • Design - Recommend and implement manufacturing systems that are designed for machine and human interaction, method/process, raw material & environmental variability.  Design solutions to incorporate Lean principles to improve reliability, ease of use & maintenance, minimize changeover times, and minimize production losses.
  • Construction Management – Manage contractors, technicians, skilled trades, and internal resources to safely install and startup manufacturing systems.  This includes working with the plant operational teams on training, standard operating procedures, and identification of spare parts.
• Apply the Process Safety Management (PSM) regulations, applicable building codes, and NFPA fire code to capital projects and design specifications
• Manage external Engineering Firm resources on large capital projects
• Frequent interface with corporate staff, plant staff, operators, and maintenance personnel across a 3-shift operation

Education/Experience Requirements:

• BS in Chemical Engineering preferred. Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Packaging, and Electrical Engineers with hands-on related experience will also be considered.
• 5 years Minimum in plant engineering support role with hands-on experience in engineering, process design, continuous improvement, troubleshooting equipment, project management and project start-up verification
• Demonstrated strong organizational, interpersonal, and technical communication skills, with the ability to lead and thrive in fast-paced, multitasking environments
• Commitment to safety, ethical behavior, and respect for people, ensuring adherence to industry standards, governmental regulations and company values
• Willingness to travel frequently to support capital project assignments.  Travel will be variable, depending on ongoing project needs (~20-30%)

From big benefits to small, we take care of our associates  After 30 days of employment, you will be eligible for a benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, disability and business travel insurance, flexible spending accounts, EAP, stock purchases and vacation/sick days/parental leave. We also offer a 401(k) plan after three months of employment. Associates are vested in the RPM Pension plan after completing five years of service.  Rust-Oleum offers 10.5 paid holidays and one floating holiday per year.  You are also eligible to earn three weeks of vacation on an annualized basis.

Rust-Oleum is an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.