Plant Engineer

The Plant Engineer will lead the Engineering and Maintenance teams to support plant operations and to ensure engineering standards, project implementation and maintenance systems are aligned with plant and corporate goals. This role will also be responsible for developing, maintaining and executing the capital project listing.

Reports to: Plant Manager

Requirements

• BS Degree in Mechanical/Chemical Engineering or equivalent experience
• 5+ years Engineering / Capital Project Management experience
• Possess strong leadership skills and a strong understanding of chemical manufacturing processes
• Strong project management skills with experience managing and commissioning capital projects in excess of $1MM
• Must have a demonstrated history of implementing change and designing processes such as mechanical integrity, project management, equipment design, etc.
• Must have experience making improvements utilizing 5S, lean techniques, or other similar tools
• Strong knowledge of OSHA Process Safety Management standards
• Must be able to interact professionally with contractors, suppliers and employees at all levels of the organization
• Must have strong equipment and system troubleshooting skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Ability to support a plant on a 24 hours per day, 7 days per week schedule as well as provide support for after work hours

Strongly Preferred

• Experience with ERP/MRP systems
• Experience with Wonderware, PLC and automation systems
• Project Management Certification

Essential Functions

• Execute performance management responsibilities such as hiring, coaching, discipline, performance reviews, team building, personnel development, etc. for the Engineering and Maintenance Department
• Cultivate a safety-based environment focused on developing, improving and following safe work practices and regulations
• Establish Engineering and Maintenance Department goals which align with corporate and plant goals
• Provide engineering and maintenance services to maintain operational capability of plant equipment
• Develop maintain and execute the capital project listing targeted at meeting short/long term plant goals
• Execute capital projects including project design, job scope development, equipment specification, project cost generation, installation, commissioning and closeout activities
• Develop, implement and maintain a preventative maintenance system in accordance with corporate reliability standards
• Review, develop and update maintenance, engineering and project management-based procedures
• Execute training and recertification programs for engineering and maintenance personnel
• Lead management of change, process hazard analyses and project reviews
• Collaborate with plant and corporate teams to evaluate safety, quality, cost performance, service and productivity related issues and ensure that effective corrective actions are implemented in a timely manner
• Perform other duties as assigned by management
• Ability to support a plant on a 24 hours per day, 7 days per week schedule as well as provide support for after work hours