Project Engineer

Project Engineer
Location: Saxonburg Onsite

Luxfer Powders is the leading manufacturer of magnesium chips granules powders and pieces used in diverse industries worldwide. Click here to learn more:
to the Project Manager the Project Engineer will work in collaboration with the production and maintenance teams to support and oversee multiple projects in the manufacturing facility including the commissioning of equipment overseeing contractor work and budget management.

Main Responsibilities:
The main activities of the position include but are not limited to the following:

• Drafting.
• P&ID.
• Complete process layout.
• Help selecting and retrieving quotes for parts & equipment.
• Complete assigned duties on time and to the required standard.
• Write RFAs.
• Support Large projects ($50k).
• Deliver small projects ($25-$50k).
• Support ISO procedure development.
• Assist in CapEx Projects and from initial planning and justification through installation and commissioning.
• Assist with develop and prepare of a preventative maintenance system for the various processes.
• Inter-departmental liaison with knowledge base in design production and sales.
• Assist with the day-to-day Purchasing Shipping and Receiving.
• Data Entry
• Projects Overlap with assistance of Project Coordinator budgeting drafting and collaborative spreadsheets.
• Office Administrative.
• Other duties within competence as requested.

• Understand industry standards and customer specifications and the implications to operational processes procedures and systems; consider Production Part Approval Processes.
• Regularly review manufacturing variances and update processes as needed. Working with Accounting to update costs as needed.
• Integrate and align customer specifications with capabilities and constraints of manufacturing operations and leverage continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist in the development of standard processes to improve efficiency.
• Work closely with operations and growth sector leaders to ensure effective demand & resource planning.
• Actively support the implementation and sustainability of the principles of lean manufacturing to drive productivity improvements and waste reduction.
• Promptly implement necessary corrective actions to address any findings from Customer Quality Safety and Environmental audits (internal & external) or other activity.
• Develop & mentor the operations team to help in the progression toward a high-performance culture.
• Support companys digitalization initiatives.
• Any other duties as assigned.

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering related to Mechanical Process or Industrial required or at least 5 years related experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience creating and interpreting P&ID Diagrams and flow diagrams.
• Desired experience using AutoCAD.
• Experience managing projects and/or designing production processes/equipment in an industrial setting preferred.
• Ability to read analyze and interpret relevant equipment manuals drawings technical procedures and professional journals.
• Must be a self-starter good communicator and be able to coordinate multiple projects involving numerous persons departments and groups inside and outside the company with minimal supervision.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office - Outlook Word PowerPoint and strong Excel skills.
• Demonstrated success utilizing continuous improvement methodologies to improve operational performance.

• Uses strong creative critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Highly analytical- capable of designing experiments data collection analysis and interpretation.
• Is committed to Customer First Integrity Accountability Innovation Personal Development Teamwork: the Companys core values.
• Self-directed with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks with Hands on ability.
• Health & Safety and Environmental focused.
• Positive attitude good judgment and excellent time management skills.

• 10 paid Holidays
• Medical Vision Dental *Start on the 1st day of the following month after being hired
• 401k with Company Match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Career Advancement Opportunities

• 40 hours per week
• The role requires flexibility to meet the needs of the business which may include extended hours or occasionally night/weekend work.

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  More About Us
  Luxfer Magtech is a subsidiary of Luxfer MEL Technologies which is part of the publicly-traded Luxfer group ( is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin religion gender age veteran status political affiliation sexual orientation marital status or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) with respect to employment opportunities. Women minorities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
  
  This position requires access to our export-controlled commodities technical data technology and services. These items are restricted under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to U.S. Citizens Lawful Permanent Residents of the U.S. and properly licensed foreign persons. Therefore employment is contingent on compliance with ITAR regulations and successfully obtaining and maintaining the necessary export authorization license from the U.S. Department of Commerces Bureau of Industry and Security U.S. Department of State Office of Défense Trade Controls or other applicable government agency. Candidates must be authorized to work in the US.
  
  We are committed to a safe drug-free work environment and pre-employment drug screening and background checks are required.