Vacancies Project Engineer at AkzoNobel

Date: November 7 2025Location: Houston TX 77091Company: AkzoNobelAbout AkzoNobelSince 1792 weve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color peoples lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands including Dulux International Sikkens and Interpon is trusted by customers around the globe. Were active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. Its what youd expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company thats dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today while creating an even better tomorrow. Lets paint the future together.For more information please visit 2024 Akzo Nobel N.V. All rights reserved.Job Purpose The Project Engineer position supports the site through technical capability to specify install maintain and safeguard CAPEX projects and related work. The Project Engineer further collaborates with site team for improvement opportunities and actions.Job Responsibilities Plan design and implement capital and process improvement projects within the manufacturing facility.Develop project scopes cost estimates schedules and resource plans.Prepare and present capital expenditure (CapEx) justifications.Manage contractors vendors and engineering service providers to ensure project specifications and standards are met.Oversee equipment installations upgrades and commissioning activities.Coordinate with production and maintenance teams to minimize downtime and ensure smooth transitions during project implementation.Ensure all projects comply with safety environmental and regulatory requirements.Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for process and equipment issues.Support continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing practices.Maintain detailed project documentation including drawings equipment data and validation reports.Provide technical support and training to operations personnel.Job Requirements Bachelor of Science in engineering or engineering technology (electrical preferred)Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience; experience in a chemical or paints & coatings environment a plusStrong project management and organizational skills.Proficiency with CAD software (AutoCAD SolidWorks etc.).Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under minimal supervision.Demonstrated ability to foster positive relationships with production employees peers and manufacturing managementMust be able to work with minimal direct guidance or direction from othersMust have experience managing multiple projects and working on and/or leading multi-disciplined teams or workgroupsTotal Compensation The salary range for these skills is: $80000 to $95000 a 7.5% Annual Bonus401K retirement savings with a 6% company matchMedical insurance with HSADental Vision Life AD&D benefitsGenerous vacation sick and holiday payShort & Long-term disabilityPaid Parental LeaveCareer growth opportunitiesActive Diversity & Inclusion NetworksEmployee referral planEmployee appreciation daysAt AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when our organization all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age or disability.#LI-HE1REQ ID# 49902 Key Skills Primavera,Microstation,Bluebeam,Construction Estimating,Construction Experience,ProCore,Mechanical Engineering,Project Engineering,Project Management,Autocad,Project Management Software,Microsoft Project Employment Type : Contract Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 80000 - 95000