Engineering Project Manager

Engineering Project Manager Lead Capital Projects That Drive Manufacturing Excellence Sun Chemical seeks an experiencedEngineering Project Managerto join the Group Engineering organization and lead high-impactCAPEX projectsacross the Americas region. This role offers the opportunity to manage complex manufacturing improvement initiatives from conception through successful implementation. Key Responsibilities Project Leadership & Execution: • Plan and execute process development and optimization activities, CAPEX measures, and projects within budget, time, quality, and safety parameters • Manage all project phases from initial concept through scoping, engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and startup • Prepare comprehensive project approval documentation and business cases • Develop detailed designs, cost estimates, time schedules, resource plans, and risk analyses including HAZOPs Technical Management: • Specify and select manufacturing services, machinery, and equipment • Manage engineering consultants and contractors to ensure project success • Ensure appropriate project and technical documentation throughout all phases • Evaluate process optimization opportunities and conduct troubleshooting initiatives for safety and reliability improvements Stakeholder Coordination: • Coordinate project activities with internal teams including R&D, Operations, EHS, Maintenance, Legal, M&A, and Procurement • Manage relationships with external stakeholders including authorities, suppliers, and contractors • Ensure full compliance with internal and external best practices, guidelines, regulations, and legislation Continuous Improvement: • Participate in post-completion project evaluations including KPI analysis and lessons learned sessions • Conduct process studies and optimization assessments to identify improvement opportunities • Support troubleshooting efforts and safety/reliability enhancement initiatives Required Qualifications Education & Experience: • Bachelor's Degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering • 5-10 years of experience in project engineering or comparable technical roles • Direct project management experience highly preferred Technical Skills: • Knowledge of chemical processing, grinding, and dispersing technology • Proficiency in MS Office Suite and MS Project • SAP knowledge preferred Core Competencies: • Strong project management and organizational skills • Excellent technical problem-solving abilities • Effective communication and stakeholder management capabilities • Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously • Understanding of manufacturing operations and process optimization Job Type: Full-time Pay: $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) 6% Match • 401(k) matching • AD&D insurance • Dental insurance • Disability insurance • Employee assistance program • Flexible schedule • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • Paid time off • Parental leave • Referral program • Relocation assistance • Vision insurance Compensation Package: • Bonus opportunities Schedule: • Monday to Friday • Weekends as needed Application Question(s): • Do you now or in the future require Visa sponsorship to continue working in the United States? Ability to Commute: • Northlake, IL 60164 (Required) Ability to Relocate: • Northlake, IL 60164: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person