Project Engineer

Job Title: Project Engineer

Department: Custom Engineering

Location: Gaithersburg, MD

Permanent

Full Time

Imagine a job where you will have the opportunity to do exciting and challenging work, while collaborating with extraordinary colleagues. A company that invests in you and your career, providing the training, mentoring, development and support you need to be successful now and in the future. If you want a career without limits with a market-leading family-owned, global company where you can make an impact, then imagine an opportunity at Heraeus. Every day, our worldwide team of around 14,800 employees are bringing forward new ideas and solutions that are impacting and transforming everything from healthcare to renewable energy to e-mobility to high-tech and telecommunications.

We have an exciting opportunity in Gaithersburg, MD for a Project Engineer. This position is responsible for serving as the mechanical engineer/project manager for custom engineered UV/IR systems to meet specific customer needs in a variety of applications. In addition, the role will manage projects from quote, design, build, installation, to startup and commissioning with the help and support of team members.

Your role and Responsibilities:

• Perform mechanical design of custom UV equipment.
• Create CAD (SolidWorks) solid models and mechanical engineering design drawings for fabrication.
• Develop project schedules and track key dates and progress for each project passing through key stages.
• Establish project inspection criteria, coordinating the review of project designs and ensuring proper implementation of project elements.
• Support electrical engineering activities with UL508A panel builder.
• Prepare calculations and quotes on the mechanical design of equipment.
• Respond to customer/sales concerns or requests throughout the project.
• Manage engineering activities as required to maintain project schedules, such as electrical and mechanical design, PLC programming, and troubleshooting.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation throughout the project.

What is Required for this Role:

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering or direct experience in project management and complex electromechanical systems design.
• Minimum of 4 years design engineering experience.
• Ability to lift heavy objects (approximately 30-50 lbs).
• Ability to install subsystems in process equipment and adjust as needed.
• Proficiency in Solidworks or Autodesk inventor.
• Exceptional planning, organization, and communication skills required.
• Excellent customer service and relationship skills.
• SAP and MS Office knowledge preferred.

Diversity is at the core of our Vision, Mission, and Values. Heraeus is committed to an inclusive workforce that fully represents many different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints. We can provide you with the opportunity – and Open Space – where your ideas and career can grow and advance. A career with Heraeus offers attractive compensation, top-notch benefits, and an ideal environment that supports your professional development.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 – $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Gaithersburg, MD 20878: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• How many years of custom UV experience do you have?

Work Location: One location