System Layout Leader (Southfield)

Summary

Within the Project Team, the Layout Technical Leader ensures the achievement of the objectives in terms of scheduling meetings, cost optimization and resources management, implementing the best layout design technical solutions (in terms of homogeneity, standardization, and compliance with requirements).

The Layout Technical Leader applies industry knowledge and experience to manage projects from the quoting phase to the handover. The Layout Technical Leader uses planning, resource, and task management skills to direct layout engineering resources for the successful implementation of the assigned project.

Duties and Responsibilities

Main areas of responsibilities are:

• Lead a team of Layout Designers to develop detailed layout designs and specifications, using computer-assisted drafting (CAD) equipment, in line with the customer specifications and project requirements.
• Plan project layout engineering technical activities and staffing (time, cost).
• Coordinate internal/external layout engineering technical activities and people involved in the project.
• Coordinate with and consult other colleagues to design, lay out, or detail components and systems and to resolve design or other problems.
• Ensure compliance with customer requirements and the application of company standards (products, processes, regulations, etc.) and identify opportunities for standardization.
• Guarantee the achievement of the objectives in terms of time, quality, and costs. Track and submit project reports.
• Effectively interact with the Process, Design and Simulation teams to create and maintain accurate plant layout design.
• Coordinate resources for layout engineering with the Project Engineer and Department Manager.
• Identify possible areas of improvement in internal processes and lead/participate in improvement activities.
• Interface with customer to finalize design requirements, reviews, and approvals throughout design phase.
• Manage all the activities above in compliance with the company processes and quality assurance procedures.
• Guarantee the technical support during the phases of assembly and installation.
• Attend Design Reviews with colleagues and customers