Senior Capital Project Engineer

Description

This full-time position will report directly to the Director of Engineering and is located at LDI's corporate headquarters in New Hope, Minnesota.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Dedication to ensuring a safe work environment and environmental protection is a top priority. Ensure that all projects receive adequate hazard analysis prior to the project start and ensure that project safety remains paramount throughout the project.
• Responsible for project management of installing capital equipment, documenting existing plants, specifying equipment and overseeing installation onsite.
• Ensure manufacturing systems adhere to applicable industry and business standards.
• Drive continuous improvement throughout the organization, including leading and participating in continuous improvement teams.
• Use specialized software to create new models and drawings of buildings, equipment, plant layout, utilities, etc.
• Research new manufacturing methods/equipment.
• Organize and maintain existing engineering records.
• Construct layout drawings and confirm designs with the manufacturing team.
• Learn JD Edwards or equivalent (WOs, PMs, Inventory, BOMs, and spare parts) and assist plants.
• Assist the Facilities Manager, as directed.
• Travel to various LDI locations as needed (approximately 30% of the time).

• Other duties, as assigned

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, science, or related technical field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years' related experience such as mechanical design, capital planning, process engineering, and/or manufacturing.
• Possess a high level of technical expertise and ability to apply skills to continuous process improvement while maintaining maximum levels of safety.
• Exhibit awareness of operational safety requirements in a manufacturing environment and the ability to apply and follow procedures and requirements as required by regulatory bodies.
• Proficient in performing designs using relevant CAD software
• Must be highly hands-on, self-directed, and able to manage one's time accordingly to complete projects on time.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills, and work effectively in a team environment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Exceptional organizational skills and problem-solving skills

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Master's degree

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The starting base salary range for this position is $99,471 - $124,338 per year. The compensation posted is the anticipated pay for the position at the time of the posting. We may pay above or below posted amount based on several factors, including, but not limited to education and/or certifications, skills, experience, or work location. Some positions may qualify for additional compensation in the form of bonuses.

At LDI, we are pleased to provide employees with a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision insurance options; paid time off; 10 paid holidays; 401(k) plus company matching and annual discretionary profit sharing; flexible spending and health savings account options; life and disability insurance; tuition assistance; wellness and mental health resources, and financial advising services. Eligibility in benefit programs is based on hours worked per week.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regular sitting, standing, and walking throughout the day to accomplish tasks
• Manual and finger dexterity used regularly with some repetitive finger motions
• Ability to work in front of a computer screen for long periods of time
• Specific vision abilities include close and distance vision; able to identify colors, small letters, and numbers; hand/eye coordination, depth perception and able to adjust focus
• Hearing and speaking
• Other conditions may include frequent reaching, stretching, pushing, pulling, pinching, grasping, and gripping.

ABOUT OUR COMPANY

Comprised of multiple companies with headquarters in New Hope, Minnesota,Liberty Diversified International (LDI)is a privately held company employing more than 1,900 individuals across our manufacturing facilities, production facilities and core business operations in Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, Illinois, Mississippi, Texas, Arizona, Virginia, California, and Mexico. With deep roots in the corrugated box manufacturing industry, we operate in the core markets of paper, packaging, workplace products, corrugated plastics and building products.

Since 1918, our values - Caring, Innovation, Trust and Excellence - have guided our day-to-day activities. We believe that when our employees are aligned with these values, we create superior service and solutions for our customers. The LDI family of companies includesLiberty Packaging, Liberty Paper, Liberty Plastics (Custom SolutionsandQuarrix Building Products) and Safco.

Liberty Diversified International is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, creed, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, disability, or any other protected class.