Sun Chemical
Overview
Engineering Project Manager role at Sun Chemical
Lead Capital Projects That Drive Manufacturing Excellence
Sun Chemical seeks an experienced Engineering Project Manager to join the Group Engineering organization and lead high-impact CAPEX projects across the Americas region. This role offers the opportunity to manage complex manufacturing improvement initiatives from conception through successful implementation.
Pay Range: $105,000 - $125,000
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and execute process development and optimization activities, CAPEX measures, and projects within budget, time, quality, and safety parameters
- Manage all project phases from initial concept through scoping, engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and startup
- Prepare comprehensive project approval documentation and business cases
- Develop detailed designs, cost estimates, time schedules, resource plans, and risk analyses including HAZOPs
Technical Management
- Specify and select manufacturing services, machinery, and equipment
- Manage engineering consultants and contractors to ensure project success
- Ensure appropriate project and technical documentation throughout all phases
- Evaluate process optimization opportunities and conduct troubleshooting initiatives for safety and reliability improvements
Stakeholder Coordination
- Coordinate project activities with internal teams including R&D, Operations, EHS, Maintenance, Legal, M&A, and Procurement
- Manage relationships with external stakeholders including authorities, suppliers, and contractors
- Ensure full compliance with internal and external best practices, guidelines, regulations, and legislation
- Participate in post-completion project evaluations including KPI analysis and lessons learned sessions
- Conduct process studies and optimization assessments to identify improvement opportunities
- Support troubleshooting efforts and safety/reliability enhancement initiatives
Required Qualifications
- Education & Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering; 5-10 years of experience in project engineering or comparable technical roles; Direct project management experience highly preferred
- Technical Skills: Knowledge of chemical processing, grinding, and dispersing technology; Proficiency in MS Office Suite and MS Project; SAP knowledge preferred
- Core Competencies: Strong project management and organizational skills; Excellent technical problem-solving abilities; Effective communication and stakeholder management capabilities; Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously; Understanding of manufacturing operations and process optimization
Job Details
- Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
- Employment type: Full-time
- Job function: Project Management and Engineering
- Industries: Manufacturing and Chemical Manufacturing