Fenner Dunlop is looking for a Project Engineering Specialist to join our Lavonia manufacturing team!

Fenner Dunlop, a Michelin Group company, designs and manufactures the widest range of bulk material handling conveyor belts in the world. We strive to be the premier provider of the safest and most reliable conveyor belting and services to a variety of heavy industrial markets such as coal mining, hard rock mining, sand, gravel, wood handling, power generation, pulp and paper. Fenner Dunlop provides North American made belting, manufactured at our facilities located throughout the United States and Canada. For over 150 years, Fenner Dunlop has researched, designed, developed, manufactured, and tested its conveyor belting products, supporting nearly any type of conveyor application, and providing the right solutions to protect conveyor system investments in the harshest conveying environments.

Principal Duties

Project Planning and Coordination:

-Identify technical deliverables based on agreed scope for project estimates and execution plans.
-Interpret client requirements, address design parameters, and ensure accurate, budget-compliant solutions.
-Develop comprehensive project plans, covering scope, schedule, budget, and resource requirements.
-Define equipment and parts specifications from external suppliers, coordinating negotiations and delivery.
-Manage project activities to align with organizational goals, scheduling, and objectives.
-Collaborate with stakeholders to define project deliverables and milestones.
-Oversee project workflow, ensuring timely delivery, expected quality, and budget adherence.
-Manage capital projects from concept to implementation, utilizing project management tools for tracking.

Technical Expertise & Reporting:
-Apply engineering knowledge for analyzing and solving complex problems.
-Provide technical guidance and support to project teams.
-Perform technical calculations, create AutoCAD and Inventor drawings, and ensure compliance with standards.
-Prepare reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.

Risk Management & Quality Assurance:
-Identify and mitigate potential project risks throughout the lifecycle of the project.
-Proactively address issues to minimize disruptions and unexpected cost increases.
-Implement quality control measures to ensure project deliverables meet established standards.
-Conduct thorough testing and validation processes.

Team Collaboration & Communication:
-Work closely with cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and innovation.
-Communicate project progress, challenges, and milestones to stakeholders.
-Prepare and present technical reports, documentation, and presentations.
-Interpret internal stakeholders' needs and represent them in the field of expertise.

Continuous Improvement:
-Identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute to best practices.
-Stay informed about industry trends and advancements in engineering methodologies.
-Create and update documentation, including as-builds and engineering files at locations.
-Maintain accurate records and files according to quality standards.
-Commission customized products and systems onsite and at customer facilities.

Health and Safety & Compliance:
-Ensure compliance with safety objectives and legal requirements in all completed work.
-Ensure a strong understanding of safety and quality regulations, guiding the team to work in compliance with industry standards.
-Ensure health and safety guidelines are followed and proper PPE usage.
-Foster and promote a daily culture of safety.
-Report any safety concerns to management.

Additional Responsibilities:
-Provide support for day-to-day manufacturing operations as necessary.
-Travel extensively (up to 15%), including overnight travel and international travel, to support various plant locations in North America.
-Maintain professional conduct during working hours, on customer sites, and during business travel.
-Collaborate with management to implement company policies and achieve organizational goals.
-Ability to work off shifts, as needed, including afternoons, night, and weekends, including travel and overnights.
-Adapt to changes in work schedules, which may be modified at management's discretion.

-Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Required Experience/Education Requirements

-Minimum of an Associate's degree in Engineering or a related field.
-Proven experience in project engineering or a related role, with a strong understanding of engineering principles and practices.
-Knowledge of mechanical/electrical design, with expertise in applying design principles to automation industrial designs.
-Experience in specifying motors, gears, mechanical systems, pneumatics, and hydraulic systems.
-Proficiency in AutoCAD, Inventor software, MS Office, etc.
-Exceptional problem-solving skills and critical thinking ability.
-Strong decision-making skills with a proven track record.
-Excellent project management skills, with efficient organization and planning of work tasks.
-Proven ability to meet company goals in a high-output environment.

-Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
-Proactive, resourceful, and highly motivated team player.
-Strong understanding of safety and quality regulations.
-Commitment to high-quality standards with meticulous attention to detail.
-Adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
-Familiarity with regulatory requirements in the specific industry.
-Knowledge of relevant software tools and technologies.

What We Offer

At Fenner Dunlop, a Michelin Group company, we care about work/life balance as well as the health and financial wellbeing of our employees and their families. So, whether you’re considering family planning, trying to decide how to best care for your family, or want to make a difference through volunteerism, you’re sure to find Fenner Dunlop’s competitive and comprehensive employee-focused benefits package helpful.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on your first day
• Medical Travel Reimbursement for critical healthcare travel over 100 miles from home
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Competitive Paid Time Off & Company Holidays
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan with a dollar-for-dollar match up to 6% of your salary
• Extensive Paid Parental Leave in the event of a birth or adoption
• Opportunities to purchase Michelin Stock at a discounted rate
• Michelin Tire Rebates
• Employee Assistance Program that provides health, financial, and legal counseling among other resources
• Interested in more details on our comprehensive employee benefits package? Just ask