Project Engineer I at GAF in Newton, KS

Summary: GAF is a leader in residential roofing materials, constructing a new shingle manufacturing facility in Newton, Kansas. They are seeking a Project Engineer I responsible for developing, executing, and controlling engineering projects to optimize the plant's productive capability. Responsibilities: - Proactively identify engineering problems or opportunities and apply technical expertise to develop and present feasible solutions - Take ownership for an engineering/efficiency project from conception to completion with little supervision, applying all areas of engineering expertise to obtain a workable solution - Partner with the maintenance and production teams to identify operational or maintenance problems. Once the problem is recognized, conduct the engineering analysis and follow through with major and minor project recommendations - Coordinate with the contractor and Company representatives to seamlessly complete engineering projects as efficiently as possible without causing production delays - Develop detailed justifications for capital expenditures and communicate them both verbally and in writing at multiple levels within the organization Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical) coupled with demonstrated related experience in a manufacturing environment required - Demonstrated knowledge of engineering fundamentals and advanced proficiency in Google Workspace and AutoCAD Required Skills: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing experience Important Skills: Engineering fundamentals, Google Workspace, AutoCAD Benefits: We offer a wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family., Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood., Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions., Other exciting programs and perks are available to help employees achieve work-life balance, including (but not limited to) a wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee’s primary residence., Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program., We're committed to fostering a culture that reflects our values to connect, empower, evolve, and inspire. We offer many opportunities for employees to connect with one another, including through our Employee Resource Groups who focus on education and allyship for all of our employees.