Employer: Alfa Laval Inc.
Job Location: Richmond, VA
Job title: Project Manager
Job description: Manage industrial capital equipment projects to meet establish schedule and budget. Support sales personnel in responding to customer requests for commercial and technical information as a part of the bid process for complex industrial machinery including centrifugal separators, membrane systems, filtration systems, mechanical separation equipment, automation and control systems, and related pumps and valves. Secure currency contracts (amounts, timing, etc.) for managed projects. Provide sales project support by participating in sales calls and conference meetings with representatives, distributors, end-users, contractors, engineering houses, and other prospective customers to develop concepts, evaluate customer needs, and further the sales process. Telecommuting available: 3 days per week in office, 2 days per week remote.
Required Travel: 10% travel to customer sites within the US.
Required education, experience, and skills: Position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field and 3 years of experience in job offered or any position in which the required experience was gained. Prior experience must include the following: (a) 3 years of experience working for an industrial original equipment manufacturer of fluids management and fluids processing equipment in a technical project-related role such as project management or operations; (b) 1 year of experience using MS Project or similar software for project scheduling; (c) 1 year of experience reviewing technical drawings for accuracy and design; (d) 1 year of experience in project finance management or cost development on projects with budgets of $5m+; (e) 1 year of experience interacting directly with external customers.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field
- 3 years of experience in the offered job or equivalent role
- 3 years working for an industrial OEM of fluids management/processing equipment in a technical project-related role
- 1 year using MS Project or similar project scheduling software
- 1 year reviewing technical drawings for accuracy and design
- 1 year project finance management or cost development on projects with budgets of $5M+
- 1 year interacting directly with external customers
- Willingness/ability to travel up to 10% to customer sites within the US
Alfa Laval Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — 401(k) support is described as generous in U.S. postings, and the retirement plan is a notable strength alongside core coverage.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are core parts of the package, and health insurance is often described positively in U.S. materials.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO and paid holidays are standard, with options like purchasing additional PTO expanding flexibility for some roles.
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What We Do
Pioneering positive impact! Our pioneering 140-year-old start-up culture is built on the idea that partnership is the key to solving complex problems and unlocking the full potential of resources. So we collaborate closely with our partners, customers, and thought leaders to create game-changing solutions that challenge conventional thinking on quality, efficiency, and innovation. United by a shared commitment to creating positive impact we’re reshaping vital industries, like energy, food, water, and shipping, to optimize efficiency, reduce emissions, and increase yields. Together, we’re building business success, elevating the quality of life across society, and driving progress towards a more sustainable world. Alfa Laval is a leading global provider of first-rate heat transfer, separation, fluid handling products separation, and fluid handling products. With these as its base, Alfa Laval aims to help enhance the productivity and competitiveness of its customers in various industries throughout the world. We define their challenges and deliver sustainable products and solutions that meet their requirements – in energy, the environment, food, and the marine industry. Alfa Laval today has customers in some 100 countries, employs more than 21,300 people, and annual sales were SEK 63.6 billion (5.5 BEUR) in 2023. The company is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. Alfa Laval contributes to 15 of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals. Our solutions make a difference in daily life. You can learn more on our website about how our products work, and how they are used in industries worldwide. We welcome your engagement, comments and questions - our guidelines and moderation policy for Alfa Laval channels on social media can be found here: https://www.alfalaval.com/legal/community-guidelines/ Personal data will be handled in accordance with the Alfa Laval Privacy Policy. https://www.alfalaval.com/privacy
