Project Engineer II

Affival, 210 14th Street, New Kensington, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Posted Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 4:00 AM

From our roots providing sand to local foundries in the 1880's, Opta has grown to an international group of companies committed to delivering optimal results for our customers. Opta's purpose is to create solutions that enhance productivity and set new standards for industrial performance. Our mission is to consistently deliver custom-engineered additives, specialty equipment and technical expertise that solves complex challenges, optimizes process and drives long-term success.

• SAFETY: We put safety first on our processes, our products and our culture to protect people and ensure long-term operational success.
• PEOPLE: We invest in our people because their expertise drives the solutions that power our success.
• CUSTOMERS: We build lasting partnerships by understanding our customers' challenges and delivering customized solutions that meet their unique needs.
• INNOVATION: We continually seek smarter, more effective and innovative ways to deliver solutions, blending creativity, data-driven insight and practical application.
• SUSTAINABILITY: We engineer solutions with efficiency, responsibility, and sustainability as our foundation, optimizing performance today, while strengthening the resilience of tomorrow's operations.

This job opportunity is located in New Kensington, PA at our Affival fabrication plant. The Project Engineer II will report to the Director of Engineering. The Project Engineer II will be responsible for the aiding of fabrication, design, and installation of large-scale steel mill projects.

• Assist in the design of large-scale projects from concept to install for the steel mill industry. Projects include wire feeding applications, powder mineral transfer applications, ACS applications, and desulfurization equipment.
• Design phase may require field measurements at customer sites and the mechanical sizing of components.
• Assist in maintaining and updating a department project list to facilitate completing projects on time and in budget.
• Assist in the calculation of weights, forces, reactions, stress analysis, power requirements, and time studies as required.
• Assist in maintaining the drawing revision process throughout the life cycle of the equipment.
• Must be willing to aid in the installation of projects and troubleshooting issues as they arise.
• Aiding manufacturing team with the fabrication of projects as required.
• Must be willing to learn key skills from team members as the need arises.

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering preferred.
• Some experience in a workplace required, preferably in a heavy industry.
• Candidate must be proficient with using both 2-D and 3-D design software. Preferably AutoCAD and Solidworks.
• Experience with bulk material handling and/or heavy machinery is a plus but not required.
• Experience with process control systems including but not limited to PLC & electrical systems, navigating and interpretation of Ladder Logic & electrical schematics, MMI & computer interfacing is a plus but not required.
• Experience with industrial piping design including (P&) drawings and routing layouts is a plus but not required.
• Willing to travel up to 20% of the time depending on customer and department requirements.

• Extended Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Health Savings Account
• Life, AD&D, and Dependent Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Development
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Match
• Competitive Compensation Program
• On Demand Pay (Dayforce Wallet)

We thank everyone for applying however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Opta USA, an Opta Group Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers employment opportunities to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age (40-70), national origin, sexual orientation or physical disability (except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement).

Affival, 210 14th Street, New Kensington, Pennsylvania, United States of America