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This role works within a Project Management & Automation Team and serves as the primary engineering resource for assigned projects, coordinating with customers, vendors, manufacturing, automation, and installation teams to deliver successful project outcomes. Projects may range from standalone systems valued between $500K and $2M to larger turnkey system installations.\nThe Project Engineer may provide technical direction and task assignments to Project Design Engineers and other project team members while supporting project scope, schedule, and successful delivery.\nEssential Job Functions\nExecute projects from order receipt through design, customer approval, manufacturing, delivery, commissioning, and customer turnover.\n\nCoordinate activities with project managers, customers, vendors, manufacturing, automation, and installation teams.\n\nServe as a primary or secondary customer contact throughout project execution.\n\nDevelop process flow diagrams (PFDs) with appropriate equipment tagging and process information.\n\nCreate and maintain piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).\n\nReview, define, and specify OEM-manufactured and vendor-supplied equipment.\n\nCoordinate with manufacturing engineers and suppliers to obtain and review equipment drawings and technical documentation.\n\nGenerate preliminary equipment stack-up drawings and detailed system layout drawings.\n\nReview engineering deliverables for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project requirements.\n\nMaintain project drawing packages, document control, and engineering records throughout the project lifecycle.\n\nMonitor engineering deliverables and provide schedule updates to Project Managers and customers.\n\nIdentify project risks, technical issues, and potential schedule impacts; proactively support resolution efforts.\n\nCoordinate with suppliers, installation contractors, and field service resources.\n\nSupport the development and administration of installation subcontract documentation.\n\nParticipate in customer design reviews and approval meetings.\n\nSupport change order development and project documentation updates as required.\n\nConduct site visits, equipment inspections, commissioning activities, startup support, and troubleshooting.\n\nAssist with warranty support and resolution activities following project completion.\n\nKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities\nStrong problem-solving, mechanical troubleshooting, and analytical skills.\n\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills.\n\nAbility to effectively interact with customers, vendors, contractors, and internal stakeholders.\n\nAbility to lead technical aspects of projects, make sound decisions, and maintain project organization.\n\nProject planning, coordination, and organizational skills.\n\nAbility to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.\n\nStrong attention to detail and document control practices.\n\nAbility to interpret customer specifications, contracts, and technical documentation.\n\nProficiency with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or equivalent CAD software.\n\nWorking knowledge of mechanical and electrical engineering fundamentals.\n\nProficiency with Microsoft Office applications.\n\nAbility to work effectively in a cross-functional project environment.\n\nPreferred Qualifications\nKnowledge of pneumatic conveying principles and applications.\n\nExperience with bulk material handling systems and equipment.\n\nFamiliarity with industrial process equipment and controls.\n\nProject engineering or project management experience in manufacturing, agriculture, food processing, or industrial systems.\n\nExperience supporting equipment startup and commissioning activities.\n\nEducation and Experience\nBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical field. Equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience will be considered.\n\nTravel Requirements\nApproximately 20% to 35% travel.\n\nTravel may include customer meetings, factory acceptance testing, installation support, commissioning, startup assistance, and troubleshooting activities.\n\nWho we are:\nCoperion (www.coperion.com) is a global industry and technology leader in process technology serving a variety of end markets, including plastics, plastics recycling, food, pet food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, chemical, battery, and mineral industries. Every day, our teams of experts create individual, high-quality process technologies and systems optimized for the best end products, highest efficiency, and sustainability. Coperion is a business unit of Hillenbrand.\nHillenbrand (www.hillenbrand.com) is a global industrial company that provides highly engineered, mission-critical processing equipment and solutions to customers in over 100 countries around the world. Our portfolio is composed of leading industrial brands that serve large, attractive end markets, including durable plastics, food, and recycling. Guided by our Purpose - Shape What Matters For Tomorrow™ - we pursue excellence, collaboration, and innovation to consistently shape solutions that best serve our associates, customers, communities, and other stakeholders.\nEEO: The policy of Hillenbrand Inc. is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status. Additionally, Hillenbrand Inc. and our operating companies are committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us at  . In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying. 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