With our strong investment in research and development and our culture of continuous improvement, Hexcel is the industry leader in the manufacturing of advanced lightweight composite materials, including carbon fiber, woven reinforcements, resins, prepregs, honeycombs and engineered core and composite structures. We invite you to join the Hexcel team at various manufacturing sites, sales offices, and R&D centers around the globe. Become a part of the “strength within."
Hexcel is currently seeking a Project Engineer for our Kent, WA USA location. The Project Engineer leads capital projects from concept through implementation, driving improvements to manufacturing processes, equipment, and infrastructure across multiple sites. This role is responsible for project execution, capital budget management, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver safe, efficient, and cost-effective solutions.
Summary pay range: $85,354 – $146,320 annual salary or hourly wage rate.
The selected individual will be responsible for but not limited to the following obligations:
- Lead and execute capital projects for the assigned manufacturing facility and support capital initiatives at a secondary regional facility from planning and design through implementation and hand-off.
- Manage the site capital spending program, including annual capital planning, capital expenditure requests, forecasting, tracking, reconciliation, and monthly spending targets.
- Scope and estimate capital projects up to $5M, author capital expenditure requests, manage procurement, control cost and schedule, identify resources, and coordinate across project stakeholders, vendors, and contractors.
- Read, interpret, prepare, and maintain engineering drawings and technical specifications; design, evaluate, and troubleshoot systems related to instruments, controls, mechanical, thermal, hydraulic, or heat transfer processes.
- Execute projects safely and efficiently with minimal operational impact, support commissioning/startup/qualification activities, and communicate project status and recommendations to leadership and stakeholders.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in chemical, mechanical, electrical, or civil engineering with at least 5 years of relevant engineering or related experience.
- Experience managing capital projects or project engineering responsibilities in a manufacturing environment, including leading or working within multi-disciplinary teams.
- Working knowledge of engineering disciplines, including instrumentation, electrical, civil, mechanical, and chemical, with the ability to interpret engineering and construction drawings.
- Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal, organizational, problem-solving, and deadline-management skills, with the ability to take initiative, maintain confidentiality, and work effectively in a team environment.
- Preferred experience with safety analysis, mechanical design drawings, Six Sigma improvement principles, process flow diagrams, P&IDs, material balances, international projects, and travel as required.
At Hexcel, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
Hexcel also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Eligible candidates must be a: U.S. citizen, U.S. national, person lawfully admitted for permanent residence, temporary resident under sections 210(a) or 245(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, person admitted in refugee status, or person granted asylum. Hexcel (NYSE: HXL) is a global leader in advanced composites technology, a leading producer of carbon fiber, and the world leader in honeycomb manufacturing for the commercial aerospace industry.
Hexcel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected class.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in chemical, mechanical, electrical, or civil engineering with at least 5 years of relevant engineering or related experience
- Experience managing capital projects or project engineering responsibilities in a manufacturing environment, including multi-disciplinary team leadership
- Working knowledge of instrumentation, electrical, civil, mechanical, and chemical engineering and ability to interpret engineering and construction drawings
- Ability to scope and estimate projects up to $5M, author capital expenditure requests, manage procurement, and control cost and schedule
- Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal, organizational, problem-solving, and deadline-management skills
- Eligible candidate status: U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, certain temporary residents, refugee, or asylee
- Preferred: safety analysis, mechanical design drawings, Six Sigma improvement principles, P&IDs, process flow diagrams, material balances, international project experience, and travel as required
Hexcel Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is often characterized as competitive or good for the area, with overtime and bonuses contributing to a stronger overall cash picture. Compensation is also described as varying by role and location, but it still stands out as a perceived strength in many operational settings.
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As a leading producer of carbon fiber reinforcements and resin systems, and the world leader in honeycomb manufacturing for the commercial aerospace industry, Hexcel is creating a better world for us all through lightweight solutions.
