Sr. Project Engineer

We are global, we are impacting the lives of millions every day, we are making a difference!  At Amcor we are inspired to change the packaging industry and are taking on the aspirational challenge to make all our products recyclable or reusable by 2025. Through our products and global footprint, we are in a unique position to truly make a difference in the packaging space. Our products impact the lives of millions of people across the globe every day from food, beverage, pharmaceutical, medical, home- and personal-care, and other essential products. Amcor is a thriving S&P 500 organisation listed both on the NYSE (AMCR) and ASX (AMC) with US$13 billion in sales. We have a proud history dating back to the 1860’s and come a long way from a single paper mill based in Melbourne to becoming the global leading packaging company. Today, Amcor is an international organisation empowering its 50,000 employees in over 40 countries and across 250 sites.      Will you be next to join our journey towards a more sustainable future? At Amcor we are always looking for talented and passionate individuals who are motivated to make a difference. Working at Amcor means you will have a unique opportunity to be a part of an organisation that is committed to providing sustainable packaging solutions. To find out more about our commitment to sustainability and about Amcor, visit www.amcor.com.  Job Description To develop, lead and direct projects for Amcor Flexibles North America which involve both mechanical and electrical components. Projects assigned to this position are of considerable variety and complexity and accomplished with minimal guidance from engineering management. WHAT YOU GET TO DO Acts as a safety leader. Demonstrates safety leadership by complying with all safety rules, policies, regulations and procedures; participating in safety programs, and encouraging employee involvement from all employees in all safety activities. Supports all written safety programs and safety training. Prepares documentation to initiate capital projects when assigned, which includes engineering requests, engineering estimates, account numbers, authorization for capital expenditures and capital project requests. Submits capital requests to the corporate for approval. Follows capital projects from the initial idea through implementation into the plant, including cost tracking. Determines customer’s needs by identifying problems and safety concerns. Develop and evaluate alternate solutions to narrow down and define project scope. Coordinates, prepares and/or assembles the engineering package/project documentation for each assigned project based on direction provided from manager. Provides the purchasing services for project materials required. This includes: reviewing potential vendors, contact with vendors, coordinating with the Purchasing Department, issuing purchase orders, some price negotiation, and expediting delivery. Coordinates project costs, project scheduling, and supplying pertinent communication for projects that may vary in terms of scope and responsibilities. Determine materials required for each project including reviewing potential vendors, issuing purchase requisitions and expediting delivery when necessary Interfaces with people, departments, and/or companies to ensure that equipment is safe, made on schedule and to specification Coordinates or assists with installation, checkout, start-up and training as necessary. Provides engineering support and troubleshooting to the plant when machine breakdown issues cannot be solved by maintenance. Actively participates on Continuous Improvement projects and leads teams as requested. WHAT WE VALUE Technical Expertise: Demonstrates growing knowledge of engineering standards and shows ability to apply concepts and theories to resolve increasingly complex issues. Looks to external sources to keep up with current industry. Project Management: Begins acting as project or team leader with increasing ownership of projects. Shows increased ability in performing cost analysis and managing project costs. Decision Making and Analysis: Examines information from internal/external sources. Is not afraid to make decisions, seek clarification on conflicting data and consult with colleagues Communication: Has an understanding of what information is relevant and tailors communication appropriately. Keeps manager and colleagues informed on projects Leadership: Approaches challenging tasks with a ‘can-do’ attitude. Willingness to take an independent position in the face of opposition. Distinguishes tasks that can be delegated to others to maximize overall contribution. WHAT WE WANT FROM YOU A bachelor’s degree in an engineering field - BSEE or BSME degree with 5-7 years of experience. Internship or co-op experience in a manufacturing environment preferred. Trade journals, technical seminars. Basic knowledge of personal computers and Microsoft software, including: Word, Excel, and Project. Capable of using AutoCAD and any required electrical programming software. Our Expectations We expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win. We are winning when: Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor team Our customers grow and prosper from Amcor’s quality, service, and innovation Our investors benefit from Amcor’s consistent growth and superior returns The environment is better off because of Amcor’s leadership and products Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click on the links "EEO is the and "EEO is the Law" Poster Supplement. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call 224-313-7000 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. E-Verify We verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States. About Amcor Amcor is a global leader in developing and producing responsible packaging for food, beverage, pharmaceutical, medical, home- and personal-care, and other products. Amcor works with leading companies around the world to protect their products and the people who rely on them, differentiate brands, and improve value chains through a range of flexible and rigid packaging, specialty cartons, closures, and services. The company is focused on making packaging that is increasingly light-weighted, recyclable and reusable, and made using a rising amount of recycled content. 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