Project Engineer

• Execute projects from order receipt through design, customer approval, manufacturing, delivery, commissioning, and customer turnover. 
• Coordinate activities with project managers, customers, vendors, manufacturing, automation, and installation teams. 
• Serve as a primary or secondary customer contact throughout project execution. 
• Develop process flow diagrams (PFDs) with appropriate equipment tagging and process information. 
• Create and maintain piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs). 
• Review, define, and specify OEM-manufactured and vendor-supplied equipment. 
• Coordinate with manufacturing engineers and suppliers to obtain and review equipment drawings and technical documentation. 
• Generate preliminary equipment stack-up drawings and detailed system layout drawings. 
• Review engineering deliverables for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project requirements. 
• Maintain project drawing packages, document control, and engineering records throughout the project lifecycle. 
• Monitor engineering deliverables and provide schedule updates to Project Managers and customers. 
• Identify project risks, technical issues, and potential schedule impacts; proactively support resolution efforts. 
• Coordinate with suppliers, installation contractors, and field service resources. 
• Support the development and administration of installation subcontract documentation. 
• Participate in customer design reviews and approval meetings. 
• Support change order development and project documentation updates as required. 
• Conduct site visits, equipment inspections, commissioning activities, startup support, and troubleshooting. 
• Assist with warranty support and resolution activities following project completion. 

• Strong problem-solving, mechanical troubleshooting, and analytical skills. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Ability to effectively interact with customers, vendors, contractors, and internal stakeholders. 
• Ability to lead technical aspects of projects, make sound decisions, and maintain project organization. 
• Project planning, coordination, and organizational skills. 
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously. 
• Strong attention to detail and document control practices. 
• Ability to interpret customer specifications, contracts, and technical documentation. 
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or equivalent CAD software. 
• Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical engineering fundamentals. 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. 
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional project environment. 

• Knowledge of pneumatic conveying principles and applications. 
• Experience with bulk material handling systems and equipment. 
• Familiarity with industrial process equipment and controls. 
• Project engineering or project management experience in manufacturing, agriculture, food processing, or industrial systems. 
• Experience supporting equipment startup and commissioning activities. 

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical field. Equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience will be considered. 

• Approximately 20% to 35% travel. 
• Travel may include customer meetings, factory acceptance testing, installation support, commissioning, startup assistance, and troubleshooting activities. 

Who we are: 

Coperion (www.coperion.com) is a global industry and technology leader in process technology serving a variety of end markets, including plastics, plastics recycling, food, pet food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, chemical, battery, and mineral industries. Every day, our teams of experts create individual, high-quality process technologies and systems optimized for the best end products, highest efficiency, and sustainability. Coperion is a business unit of Hillenbrand. 

Hillenbrand (www.hillenbrand.com) is a global industrial company that provides highly engineered, mission-critical processing equipment and solutions to customers in over 100 countries around the world. Our portfolio is composed of leading industrial brands that serve large, attractive end markets, including durable plastics, food, and recycling. Guided by our Purpose — Shape What Matters For Tomorrow™ — we pursue excellence, collaboration, and innovation to consistently shape solutions that best serve our associates, customers, communities, and other stakeholders.

EEO: The policy of Hillenbrand Inc. is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.  Additionally, Hillenbrand Inc. and our operating companies are committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities.  If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us at [email protected] .  In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.  At Hillenbrand, everyone is welcome to apply and "Shape What Matters for Tomorrow".