Jr. Project Engineer

Tuscaloosa, AL
Full Time
Entry Level
SWJ Technology specializes in providing engineering, planning, and project management services across various industries. We are currently seeking a Jr. Project Engineer industry. This is a direct hire position based in Tuscaloosa, AL that requires onsite presence and in traveling up to 50%. If you’re eager to grow your career and make a meaningful impact on exciting projects, we look forward to your application.

PURPOSE: 
Role is to provide comprehensive support for software systems, process documentation, and training management, ensuring accurate data entry, up-to-date records, and compliance with organizational procedures. The role also drives continuous improvement initiatives, supports cross-departmental coordination, and assists in problem-solving and analysis to enhance operational efficiency and maintain high-quality standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Software System Support:
Assist in maintaining data in systems (OMS, TIC, STAR, MS project, MS powerpoint, MS Excel etc.) Ensure required documentation, records, and procedures are current and properly controlled and data entered.
  • Process Documentation:
    Help develop, standardize, and update process descriptions, SOPs, and work instructions in collaboration with department leads.
  • Training and Records Management:
    Maintain training matrices and records. Support onboarding and awareness of quality procedures among employees.
  • Continuous Improvement:​​​​​​​ ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
           Identify opportunities for improving internal processes and support implementation of lean or process              optimization initiatives.
  • Cross-Department Coordination:
    Collaborate with production, engineering, HR, and management to support system compliance across departments.
  • Consulting / Task Force Assignment:
    Collect data and present in KPI sheets, Review responses to problems, categorize information and drive value by using 8D, 5W, 6Sigma for problem solving.

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Degree or diploma in Engineering, Administration and / or Quality or a related field.

REQUIRED SKILLS:
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Highly proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, Access, Project); familiarity with document management systems is a plus.
  • Ability to write and organize clear process documentation.
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills. Very good verbal communication and phone conversation skills.
  • Self-driven, structured, and able to manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision.​​​​​​​
PREFERRED SKILLS:
  • Must be able to understand and comply with all relevant safety practices.
  • Preferred if bilingual English-Spanish or English-German
  • Has worked or interned in Automotive Inustry
  • Can relate to production environment and able to fit in with production or administration

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Work is normally performed in an office, laboratory, manufacturing floor, or machine shop setting where physical work includes, but is not limited to sitting, standing, reaching, kneeling, bending, and lifting up to 25 lbs.
  • Must be able to understand and comply with all relevant safety practices.

FLSA STATUS/WORKING SCHEDULE:
  • Location: Tuscaloosa AL
  • Schedule: Monday to Friday. Work times can vary from as early as 6 AM to 9 AM start and 4 PM to 7 PM end times
  • Overtime: As needed
  • Travel: Up to 50%.  Driving a vehicle might be required from time to time to perform errands for management
  • Assignment Start: ASAP (direct hire)


DISCLAIMER:
This job description is a high-level overview of general expectations of this position. It is not intended to list every responsibility of the position, nor does it represent an employment contract of any kind.
 


 

SWJ TECHNOLOGY and all of its subsidiaries (i.e., NGE EQUIPMENT and ProjectOne US) are Equal Opportunity Employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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