M&H Valve Project Engineer - M&H Valve

M&H Valve in Anniston, AL is in search of a Project Engineer to join our Team. Individual will work in a safety-first, team-orientated environment, managing company projects and initiatives.

The Project Engineer will lead the management and integration of construction projects and improved manufacturing systems, equipment and processes, and will be in charge of planning and coordinating technical engineering initiatives to make sure they can complete a project within their budget and according to a schedule.

This salaried position offers a full suite of insurance benefits, 401(k), vacation, and holidays. Relocation package available for the right candidate. Come join our team!

M&H Valve Company is a world-class manufacturer of water and wastewater materials including fire hydrants, resilient wedge gate valves, butterfly valves and check valves. Since 1854, M&H has developed a reputation for excellence and dependability. Our extensive facilities and innovative technologies have made us a business and community leader. From state-of-the-art environmental upgrades to advanced training initiatives and community outreach, we’re working every day to make sure that M&H Valve is the best in the business. M&H Valve Company is part of Birmingham, AL based McWane, Inc.

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All candidates offered employment must submit to a drug screen, physical, and background check.  

• 1st Responsibility – Ensuring personal safety and the safety of team members.
• Wears appropriate PPE, which may include fall protection, respiratory protection, hearing protection, foot, hand, head and eye protection.
• Proactively promotes The McWane Way
• Manage in-house projects to include collaboration of design, estimated project costs, RFQ (Request for Quote), installation and commissioning while focused on cost controls and safety requirements.
• Conducts regular meetings with clients and stakeholders to ensure clarification and meet specific requirements in a timely manner; Documents and reports project progress.
• Manage outside contractors and in-house maintenance teams if applicable.
• Delegate tasks to team members according to their individual skill sets, experience and abilities to ensure efficient completion of the project.
• Supervise capital projects including plant construction; travel may be required throughout U.S.
• Supports company acquisition efforts.
• Maintains budgets and make adjustments according to needs as they arise.
• Tracks performance and analyze the completion of key goals.
• Provides documentation and assists Operations with training and work instructions for new or modified manufacturing processes.
• Identify opportunities and changes that will improve products, processes or reduce costs and provide feedback to supervisors and management.
• Troubleshoots new and existing equipment and processes.
• Provides technical expertise or support related to manufacturing; recommend effective methods and processes to improve existing operations and safety.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No supervisory responsibility.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Applied Manufacturing Engineering, Design and Automation, or related technical field preferred. An Associate’s degree in Robotics, Mechanical Design, Drafting or related technical field with relevant experience will be considered.
• At least five (5) years previous work experience in engineering required; maintenance background preferred.
• Project management experience required; PMP certification, a plus.
• Possess a working knowledge of electrical controls, both electro - mechanical and PLC hydraulic/pneumatic systems, and plant machinery.
• Solid understanding of industrial electrical controls, required.
• Organization and problem-solving skills.
• Must have strong working knowledge of collaboration, time management, and Microsoft Office software.
• Experience with inventory control and process improvement.
• Strong time management and analytical skills.
• Firm understanding of complex mathematical concepts.
• Proven leadership and strong communication skills.

Language Skills                   

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

 Mathematical Skills

Ability to work with fractions and decimal equivalents; able to convert fractions to decimals and in reverse; able to convert inches to millimeters and in reverse; able to convert inches to millimeters and in reverse. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

 Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to understand a mechanical drawing including the dimensions and tolerances detailed on that drawing.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Windows, Outlook, Excel, and Word and related analysis software.

Physical Demands

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.

 Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor, and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL - sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA - gender identity), (In CA- gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.