Project Engineer

Senior Recruiter & Talent Acquisition Manager | Heavy Industrial Recruiting

Ferroglobe is seeking a Project Engineer to join our team in Bridgeport, Alabama . We are open to candidates with a background as an Electrical Project Engineer or an Electrical/Mechanical Engineer . This role is a replacement position and requires a motivated individual to drive key site projects.

The Project Engineer will be instrumental in supporting plant operations and executing capital projects. While this role is a leader , it is not a management position with direct reports.

Key activities

• Perform tasks such as searching for parts and part numbers.
• Work with procurement on activities like getting quotes and working with vendors for ongoing projects.
• Collaborate with other engineers within the company to obtain necessary information.
• Lead and contribute to significant business initiatives and projects such as:
  • Baghouse and Dust mitigation maintenance and projects
  • Crushers & Sizing maintenance and projects
  • Automation projects and MCC replacements

Required skills

• CAD experience
• Proven Project Management abilities
• Strong Electrical Knowledge, specifically in Motor Controls and PLC
• Solid Mechanical Knowledge, including experience with Pneumatics and Hydraulics

Education & Experience

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree is required; however, candidates with strong, relevant experience would be acceptable.

Expected Profile & Training

• Leadership: The successful candidate will be a leader within the role.
• Training: Training will primarily be provided by Cody (Hiring Manager) and Russ Lang for specific needs.
• Interview Focus: Candidates should be prepared to discuss their project experience, including:
  • The size of projects managed and their specific involvement.
  • Examples of how they managed tight timelines.
  • Their proficiency in problem-solving/troubleshooting both electrical and mechanical issues.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Mining, Oil, Gas, and Mining, and Primary Metal Manufacturing

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid maternity leave
• Paid paternity leave
• Disability insurance