Project Engineer Requisition ID: 11206 Location: Grand Chain, IL, US, 62941 Pay Type: Salary Estimated Wage Range $64,000 - $100,000/Annually **COMPANY OVERVIEW** Holcim is planning to spin-off its North American Business to unleash its full potential, capitalizing on North America’s oversized growth in construction led by the modernization of infrastructure, a surge in advanced manufacturing and AI operation and the growth of resilient cities. Holcim plans to list the new company on the NYSE by the end of the first half of 2025 and establish its operations headquarters in the US to be fully dedicated to serving the North American market and pursue a growth strategy across the region. The newly listed company will become North America’s leading building solutions company, with industry-leading market position to meet its customers' greatest ambitions with the most advanced building solutions from foundation to rooftop. Description: **ABOUT THE ROLE** The Project Engineer is responsible for identifying, developing, and implementing engineering and system projects to improve plant condition, operability, reliability, cost, environmental, and safety performance. This role will also oversee the automation and controls systems of the plant, ensuring they are effectively maintained, optimized, and continuously improved. A key responsibility of this position is to enhance the value of all company assets through increased reliability and lower operating costs while ensuring that equipment operations meet production requirements within budget guidelines. Additionally, the individual in this role will be responsible for learning and advancing the plant’s automation and controls systems to drive efficiency and innovation. The Project Engineer will manage multiple projects simultaneously throughout the year, balancing both engineering initiatives and automation system improvements to support plant operations. **WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING** + Review CAPEX Projects proposals, reports, recommendations and action plan for improvement prior to sending them out to the plants to ensure completeness of the reports. + Establish, maintain and update technical database and library for projects and studies conducted in order to share the learnings. + Prepare project-engineering studies, in collaboration with the other sections, to provide state of the art technology best practice, long term and cost effective concepts and solutions. + Conduct project-planning activities in preparation of CAPEX justification, feasibility studies, and evaluation of supplies’ quotations and the analysis of financial stability of the project. + Keep updated on new project management methodologies in order to remain aware of the best available practices in the industry. + Provide analytical and physical support in the manufacturing group thru close monitoring and on-site supervision in the implementation of the CAPEX project to ensure that the CAPEX projects are being executed according to the design and scope. + Prepare and review of a comprehensive technical cost estimate for project budgeting + Support installation of new plant equipment from conception to operation. Assure integration of new systems into plant operations. + Understanding of or drive to learn programming within Concept sofftware for Modicon Schneider PLCs with possibility of other Process Control Systems. + Understanding of high and low voltage power distribution systems, weighing and batching systems, instrumentations, high level control and expert systems, PLC control and machinery interlocking systems, variable speed drives and motor control systems. **WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR** Education: Bachelor's degree Field of Study Preferred: Electrical Engineer, Automation Engineer, Mechanical Engineer or similar field Required Work Experience: 3-5 years Required Computer and Software Skills: Microsoft Suite, AutoCAD Preferred Computer and Software Skills: SAP, Primavera, Oracle Travel Requirements: 10% Additional Requirements: + Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors. + Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Holcim approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Subject to applicable law, employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests. **WHAT WE OFFER** **** This role is eligible for a $10,000 sign on bonus!!**** + Competitive salary + Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings + Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance coverage + Holistic Health & Well-being programs + Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care + Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts + Paid time off & paid holidays + Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity) + Educational Assistance Program + Dress for your day **YOUR HOLCIM EXPERIENCE** At Holcim, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in. Click to view Company Benefits Overview (https://rmkcdn.successfactors.com/65809a03/43b9d8dc-3fe7-4a1c-98be-1.png) In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please call (773) 355-4557 or email recruiting-accommodations@holcim.com . This email address and phone number should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals. Please visit our Pay Transparency Policy Statement (https://rmkcdn.successfactors.com/65809a03/24646738-50fc-475e-bf73-0.jpg) Driven by our purpose to build sustainable solutions for people and our planet, Holcim US encourages interested candidates who meet many, even if not all of the job requirements to apply for a position. We provide a safe working environment for all and strive for diversity in our teams and inclusivity in our work. We take pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Our goal is to drive excellence and to ensure we create an environment where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. Holcim (US) Inc., Holcim - ACM Management, Inc., and their affiliates and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need. While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. **Nearest Major Market:** Carbondale