Job Details

Kaiser Aluminum is known around the world for its superior quality. Our secret is what we put into it—innovative thinking, industry-leading reliability, and a world-class commitment to customer service. In short, the same qualities we look for in our people. We are looking for a Mechanical Project Engineer to join Kaiser Aluminum in Spokane Washington! Please apply at www.kaiseraluminum.com/careers to requisition 1410.

The Mechanical Project Engineer plans, develops, organizes and manages capital, reliability, and process improvement projects for areas throughout the plant. The position also provides maintenance and production support as needed. This position supports/leads flow team directed Manufacturing Excellence activities being conducted at the Trentwood facilities. This position works with facilitators, engineers, manufacturing leaders, craft personnel and operators, as needed with the goal of improving process capability, lowering manufacturing cost, increasing reliability and reducing waste in the operation.

What's in it for you!

• Salary range $70,000 to $125,000 base
• High deductible medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, including spouse and children (modest payroll deductions)
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Vacation (3 weeks starting out)
• Supplemental leave (used in conjunction with Washington Paid Family & Medical Leave)
• 401K with matching company funds
• Quarterly bonus structure
• Tuition reimbursement

What you will work on:

• Develop project scope, feasibility, cost estimates, and schedule.
• Prepare project approval authorizations.
• Develop specifications.
• Charter, lead, and facilitate cross-functional project teams.
• Manage project resources, budgets, and schedules.
• Administer engineering and design contracts.
• Coordinate and manage installations, outages, and equipment start-ups.
• Prepare and organize project documentation (manuals, PM's, spare parts, correspondence, drawings, drawing lists, material listings, etc.).
• Coordinate operator and maintenance training.
• Track, report, and manage final project performance, schedule, and cost compliance.
• Initiate and implement new designs or upgrades to mechanical systems including: hydraulic & pneumatic control systems, mechanical drive systems, plant utilities, cranes, and mill process equipment.
• Assist in troubleshooting equipment.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs and procedures.
• Coordinate and support safety initiatives.
• Provide technical support during equipment outages.
• Manage project documentation.
• Evaluate reliability improvement options.
• Work with cross-functional teams to develop process and production improvements.
• Comply with all environmental, safety, and quality regulations.

What you will bring to the position:

• An undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• Three to five (3-5) years previous mechanical engineering experience.
• Experience with AutoCAD, project scheduling, and specification writing.
• Knowledge of mechanical design and hydraulic, pneumatic, and power transmission systems.
• Proven ability to work in a low supervision environment while successfully meeting goals.
• Previous experience managing projects in a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Strong PC skills, including Windows, Word, Excel, and Access.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to work in teams.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

No third-party candidate submissions are being accepted at this time for this opening.

This position has been determined to be a safety-sensitive position and requires a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen that includes marijuana.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered based on job-related qualifications and abilities. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

About Kaiser Aluminum: Talented people join our team because we are a company passionate about environmental sustainability, employee growth, contributing back to our communities and championing an inclusive culture.