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Job Summary

The Associate Project Engineer manages engineering projects from conception, design, procurement, installation, and follow-up. They will oversee the maintenance of mechanical plant utilities.

Benefits

CalPortland is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources: our employees. Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland. Thats why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from.

• Medical, Dental, Vision
  • low-cost premiums even for family coverage
• Company-paid life/AD&D insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability
• Paid sick/vacation/holiday
• 401k/Company Funded Pension Program (program is dependent upon location and job type)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Additional voluntary benefits

Compensation

Responsibilities

• Assists in preparing and implementingthe capital budget including justifications, conceptual design, estimating, scope, etc.
• Helps Plant Engineer with CAR submittal to the CAPEX portals
• Use CAD software (AUTOCAD, SOLIDWORKS) to develop designs and implement feedback from management
• Manages assigned projects including concept design, sketches or draws layouts and general arrangements; Supervises and checks detailing, researches and specifies equipment and components, writes specifications/contracts/requisitions, solicits bids, and makes recommendations to Purchasing
• Supervises and coordinates installation and/or start-up; Instructs personnel on operation and maintenance of new equipment, setting up files and spare parts, and controlling budgeted expenditures; rotational shifts might be required during project installation and/or startups
• Supports local plant in technical matters as assigned, including equipment troubleshooting, critical path scheduling, material selections, strength, mathematical calculations, etc.
• Maintains plant water and gas utility
• Writes technical reports as required
• Maintains records and assists with presentations
• Performs any special assignments or duties as directed
• Interprets regulations as needed, including OSHA, MSHA, UPC, UBC, NFPA, NEC, and others
• Inspects inventory and reordering materials and technical components
• Analyzes operations and offers suggestions for improvement

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, or similar field is required

Requirements/Qualifications

• A valid driver's license
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong customer service skills and time management
• Ability to quickly assess engineering problems and research/offer solutions
• General Microsoft Office software skills
• AutoCAD experience
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure

Preferred:

• One to three years of experience in heavy industrial engineering or a manufacturing setting
• Knowledge of safety, environmental, and building regulations; knowledge of construction materials processes, equipment, and application
• Familiarity with the SAP operating system

Conditions of Employment

Successful candidate must submit to a post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Some positions require Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) registration/clearance as well as ongoing alcohol and drug testing.

Associate Project Engineer