Project Engineering

Location:

Pasadena, TX, US

Business Unit:
Fuel Cell & Stationary Catalysts

The Project Engineering role manages engineering projects from conception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.

• Capacity Expansion and Debottlenecking:
  Increase plant throughput to support business growth while maximizing utilization of existing assets.
• Product Portfolio Growth:
  Enable the introduction of new products and manufacturing capabilities that support business diversification and growth.
• Cap Ex Execution Excellence:
  Build a disciplined project execution model that consistently delivers projects safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Reliability and Asset Improvement:
  Improve plant reliability and reduce unplanned downtime through strategic investments.

• Lead the development and execution of capital projects ranging from $1MM to $3MM, focused on process improvements, capacity expansion, operational reliability, and new product innovations.
• Manage all phases of the project lifecycle including concept development, scope definition, engineering design, procurement, construction, commissioning, startup, and project closeout.
• Use project management skills to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.
• Coordinate activities among operations, maintenance, engineering, quality, procurement, contractors, and external engineering firms.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to minimize impacts to cost, schedule, and plant operations.
• Prepare and present project updates, business cases, and capital appropriation requests to corporate leadership.
• Manage contractor performance and ensure adherence to safety, quality, and project execution requirements.

• Identify and implement process optimization opportunities to improve throughput, product quality, equipment reliability, and operating efficiency.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis, and other operational excellence methodologies.
• Collaborate with operations teams to troubleshoot process issues and implement sustainable corrective actions.

• BS Engineering;
  Preferred Mechanical, Industrial, or Chemical focus
• 4-6 Years Experience in manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with Project Management principals
• Must be able to manage multiple deadlines with competing priorities
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to analyze/interpret data and compile reports

• Delivers expert work in Process Engineering with high quality and timeliness, applying best practices and standards.
• Executes process engineering and/or industrialization projects by applying knowledge and expertise. Builds knowledge and expertise within core competence subdomain. Owns complex tasks in process engineering, safety standards, producing accurate outputs and identifying risks or anomalies proactively.
• Analyzes problems, recommends options, and implements improvements in methods, tools, or data flows.
• Collaborates with adjacent teams and stakeholders, communicating insights and recommendations clearly.
• Collaborates cross-functionally to deliver high-quality outcomes and knowledge sharing.
• Contributes to continuous improvement by identifying and implementing process enhancements.

• Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization
• Ability to prioritize and work independently with minimal supervision
• Safety and Quality mindset to achieve results
• Self-motivated and goal oriented
• Work within Umicore Core Values (Courage, Collaboration and Accountability)
• Capable of taking leadership responsibilities while maintaining relationships with colleagues and direct reports
• Capable of mediating between employees and managers to maintain good relationships
• Conflict management

We aim to lead the way. Not just for our customers, but for our employees too. That is why we strive to create a collaborative environment in which we can all succeed, and a culture through which we can all share ideas, develop our expertise and advance our careers. We engage in building an inclusive work culture that offers equal opportunities for all employees irrespective of their diverse backgrounds.

As you would expect from a world‑leading organisation, we will also reward your contribution with a competitive salary and benefits.