Project Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer

Project Engineer at FUJIFILM Electronic Materials U.S.A., Inc.

Location: Pueblo, CO

Employment type: Full-time

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Job function: Engineering and Information Technology

Industry: Chemical Manufacturing

PROJECT ENGINEER role is expected to participate in all aspects of the asset creation process, from front‑end loading (FEL) through commissioning, start‑up, project closure, and lessons learned.

• Drive project progress while maintaining close communication with Business Managers, Engineering support teams, IT, EH&S, Accounting, Sourcing, Logistics, Quality, Operations and Maintenance. Assure team communications among a wide variety of internal and external technical disciplines.
• Participate in project meetings and reviews (formal and informal), scope development, hazard reviews, design reviews, planning, commissioning, etc.
• Contribute to asset creation process by developing the required documentation including project scopes, definition drawings (P&IDs, general arrangements, electrical single lines, etc.), hazard review reports, permit requests, critical path schedules/resource plans, detailed cost estimates, cost control/forecasting, device tracking lists, funding requests (AFE), device specifications, engineering/construction contracts, purchase requisitions, purchase orders, invoices, commissioning plans, and lessons learned reports.
• Own cross‑functional projects and key project objectives as assigned by Project Engineering Management, including process safety improvements, avoidance of EH&S incidents, regulatory/permit compliance, capital spending cost control/budget, critical path schedule compliance/resource management, and operability/hassle‑free commissioning.
• Participate in site capital processes and budget, including KPI tracking, capital spending and forecasting, regular reporting/communication of project status and updates, and driving all site projects to completion.
• Support contract partner relationships for each project.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• BS degree in Chemical (preferred) or Mechanical Engineering.
• 3 – 5 years of experience in the chemical process, semiconductor, food, or pharmaceutical industry plus background in plant or process engineering, process safety management, separation processes and project management.
• Strong skillset in understanding and creating P&IDs and isometrics. Interpret design curves of field machinery and function test/validate field equipment.
• Experience developing process parameters including mass flow, heat transfer, material balance capacities and rates.
• Experience interfacing with mechanical, structural, controls and electrical engineers.
• Knowledge of PSM processes, change management, pre‑startup safety reviews and process hazard analysis.
• General understanding of API, ANSI and NFPA.
• Ability to persuade others to change existing practices.
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proven ability to identify, assess and solve problems.
• Excellent analytical and math skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Resilience – ability to adapt to workplace challenges, maintain professionalism and manage responsibilities effectively.
• Communication – capacity to exchange ideas clearly and professionally, interact respectfully with colleagues and customers, and foster positive relationships.
• Reasoning & Decision Making – ability to analyze information, follow instructions, and make logical, sound decisions.
• Comprehension – capability to understand and complete tasks as assigned and solve problems effectively.
• Organizational Skills – competence in managing multiple priorities, maintaining accuracy, and staying focused despite potential workplace distractions.

Estimated $100,000 – $115,000 per year, based on qualifications and experience.

Fujifilm is committed to providing equal opportunities in hiring, promotion and advancement, compensation, benefits, and training regardless of nationality, age, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, political creed, ideology, national or social origin, disability, veteran status, etc.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre‑employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please direct your inquiries to our HR Department (feu).