Project Manager/ Industrial Engineer

FuelCell Energy is a global leader in decarbonizing power and producing hydrogen through our proprietary fuel cell technology. Our mission is to enable a world powered by clean energy. As an innovator and manufacturer of fuel cell clean power platforms, FuelCell Energy has the only technology in the world capable of capturing carbon from an external source and producing power at the same time. In addition, we offer the only technology in the world capable of producing hydrogen, power and water simultaneously.
Summary
The PM/IE is responsible for improving processes and systems. This role includes analyzing production, designing integrated systems, and optimizing internal procedures. The role will also play a focal point in the expansion of our manufacturing capabilities and capacities.
The duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Implement new manufacturing methods or processes into Production
• Create and execute commissioning plans to validate readiness of new equipment or processes for sustained and robust production
• Interfaces with multiple functions: R&D, Product Engineering, EH&S, Quality, Production, Facilities, Equipment Vendors, among others
• Enacting quality control procedures and monitoring employee schedules
• Lead value stream mapping exercises to understand current state
• Other duties as assigned
• Write and update manufacturing procedures and work instructions
• Adhere to control and compliance requirements, complete quality inspections
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives and projects
• Analyze the current production processes. Recommend and implement changes to improve efficiency, yield, quality, or capacity.
• Manage new capital equipment projects through spec development, procurement, installation, commissioning, and into Production
• Be a technical expert over assigned production areas or processes
• Research and present innovative solutions to production issues
• Translate R&D concepts into robust processes in Production
• Design the production space and equipment layout

Qualifications And Skills

• Ability to determine how operations, environments, and systems interacts
• Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma experience
• A minimum of 3 plus years of experience
• Experience utilizing AutoCAD or 3D modeling programs a plus
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude with the ability to work independently and/or as part of a team
• Advanced knowledge of systems, tools, and solutions for productivity
• Detailed-orientated to ensure high-quality deliverables
• Post-secondary education in a related field (i.e., Industrial engineering, or related engineering fields)
• Experience in manufacturing or production environment
• Project Management experience, Capital investment experience
• Customer-focused approach to dealing with internal and external stakeholders
• A high degree of proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Understanding of technical documentation and blueprints
• ERP experience a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Work Conditions

• Full-time hours (40 hrs. a week)
• Ability to lift and carry fifty (50) pounds
• Multi-work environment (manufacturing, production, warehouse, research and development, office) requiring the use of PPE
• Bending, sitting, standing, kneeling, and walking

Travel Requirements

• Travel of up to 20% might be required for this role