Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 6, 2026. McDermott scores A on the Alion truth index.
Job Overview:
The Principal Production Engineer is responsible for interpreting internal or external business issues and recommending best practices. They will be tasked with solving complex Production-related problems and will work independently with minimal guidance. The Principal Production Engineer may be responsible for leading functional teams or projects and is regarded as a specialist in Production. As such, they must have in-depth expertise in Production as well as broad knowledge of the Production discipline within the Fabrication function.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
- Provide technical expertise and leadership in production engineering activities, and ensure compliance with industry standards, project requirements, and best practices
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative strategies and solutions for production optimization, cost reduction, and problem-solving
- Supervise and mentor junior engineers, foster their professional growth and knowledge development
- Lead design reviews, technical investigations, and engineering studies to support project objectives
- Conduct detailed engineering analysis to optimize production processes, equipment, and facilities, and consider efficiency, safety, and environmental impact
- Develop and implement production plans, schedules, and procedures in line with project requirements and resource constraints
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives, identify opportunities for increased productivity, reduced waste, and enhanced quality
- Monitor production performance, analyze key metrics, and implement corrective measures to ensure targets are met or exceeded
- Collaborate with project management teams to develop and maintain project budgets, schedules, and deliverables
Essential Qualifications and Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (preferably in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering)
- Proven experience in the EPCI industry or a similar engineering field
- Expertise in production engineering and optimization techniques
- Strong knowledge of industry standards and best practices related to production processes and facilities
- Proven track record in leading multidisciplinary teams and managing large-scale projects
- Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to address complex technical challenges
- Proficiency in relevant software and tools related to production engineering
- Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders
- Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines

