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Sun Chemical

Engineering Project Manager

Sun Chemical, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Overview

Engineering Project Manager role at Sun Chemical. TRAVEL REQUIREMENT: 20%-25%, North America. Pay Range: $105,000-$125,000. Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries. The organization aims to promote sustainable solutions and serves a diverse global customer base. 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 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 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 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 Benefits

We offer market-competitive total rewards, including merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k)+match and life insurance. Eligibility of benefit timing may vary. Equal Employment Opportunity

It is Sun's policy that applicants for employment are recruited, selected, and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to the position being filled. Sun prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law. Note: The base pay range listed is a good-faith estimate of what Sun Chemical may offer to new hires for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on KSAs, experience, education, certifications, and alignment with minimum qualifications. Other factors may include prevailing wages in the work location and internal equity. Get notified about new Engineering Project Manager jobs in Chicago, IL.

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