• Project Manager Engineer

    Newpark Resources Inc. (Carencro, LA)


    Project Planning& Management:

    * Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.

    * Identify and mitigate project risks to plan, budget or timeline.

    * Monitor project progress and performance metrics, providing regular updates to stakeholders.

    * Perform FEA modeling, prototype production and testing.

    * Establish go/no go decision points.

    * Equipment selection and procurement.

    * Oversee equipment installation and testing.

    * Establish vendor relationships with procurement team.

    Team Leadership& Collaboration:

    * Lead and motivate project teams, providing guidance and support.

    * Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, production, and quality assurance, to drive project success.

    * Communicate project status and progress to stakeholders

    Technical Expertise:

    * Possess a strong understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, and technologies.

    * Be proficient in using relevant software and tools, such as CAD/CAM, ERP, and MES systems.

    * Stay up to date with the latest advancements in manufacturing technology

    Problem Solving:

    * Identify and analyze problems in manufacturing processes and equipment.

    * Develop and implement solutions to address these problems.

    * Document and communicate solutions to stakeholders.

     

    Other duties as assigned by Manager

     

    Provide guidance and training to junior employees in understanding projects and data

    Minimum Education Required:

    * Extensive project management experience

    * Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related field

    * Microsoft Office Suite

    * CAD/CAM

    * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

    * Proficiency in data analysis and statistical modeling software

    * Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies

    * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

    **Experience** : Minimum 10 years in manufacturing engineering and 3-4 years project management.

    **Travel** : Some travel required, position is in manufacturing plant.

     

    ### Place of Work

     

    On-site

     

    ### Requisition ID

     

    irc11961

     

    ### Compensation

     

    $145,000/year

     

    ### Job Type

     

    Full Time

    ### Job Benefits

    Benefits include 176 hours personal time off (PTO), pro-rated to reflect hire date. Eligible to participate in 401 (k) Retirement Plan, Medical Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, Employee Assistance Plan, Basic Life, Basic Spouse and Child Life, and Basic Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D;), Employee Voluntary Life, Dependent Voluntary Life, Short and Long-term Disability, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and paid Holidays.

    ### Application Email

    [email protected]