Energy & Sustainability Engineer

MSD • Elkton, VA

5d • $106,200 - $167,200 • Onsite

About The Position

The Energy & Sustainability Engineer will work in a team environment that is committed to continuous improvement with process & business consciousness. The successful candidate will be a member of the Facilities Engineering team and lead the Elkton site’s energy & sustainability advancement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Engineering, Environmental Science or similar related discipline.
• Minimum of five years of experience.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated capability to communicate effectively across multiple teams.
• Project management experience leading projects or programs.
• Strong leadership skills, a confident and effective decision maker, with a proven ability to influence others.
• Ability to work autonomously.
• Adaptability
• Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
• Data Analysis
• Detail-Oriented
• Driving Continuous Improvement
• Hazard and Operability Study (HAZOP)
• Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA)
• Mechanical Components
• Mechanical Equipment Maintenance
• Process Engineering
• Process Safety Management
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
• Safety Integrity Level (SIL) Analysis
• Self Motivation
• Technical Writing

Nice To Haves

• Certified in at least one of the following: Energy Manager (CEM), Renewable Energy (REP), Energy Management (EMP), or Energy Star (ESC).
• Good knowledge of GMP / FDA regulatory requirements and current Environmental, Health and Safety Regulations.
• Experience working in a regulated environment preferably in the pharmaceutical, food, or any other regulated industry.

Responsibilities

• Develop and promote the site’s energy & sustainability objectives in accordance with corporate goals.
• Deliver the site’s energy, emissions, and waste reduction strategies in collaboration with key stakeholders on-site and above site.
• Represent the site with above site energy & sustainability forums and groups.
• Manage the site’s energy and utilities budgets from forecast to reconciliation. Partner with procurement for associated contracts.
• Act as liaison between the site and utility & energy providers.
• Ensure jurisdictional, site and corporate energy requirements/standards are included in project designs.
• Coordinate the site’s efforts to obtain LEED certification for new buildings and renovations.
• Engages with government and other external agencies to ensure the site is kept abreast of developments in energy policy and technologies that could affect the site.
• Analyze performance, identify, and implement measures to improve energy optimization throughout the site while maintaining business and process understanding.
• Deliver accurate budgeting for energy usage across the site in conjunction with consultants, finance, and production planning departments.
• Develop business case for energy & sustainability-driven capital projects and expenses.
• Work closely with the site capital project teams to ensure energy & sustainability is considered as part of the project design.
• Coach and support site project teams to understand standards and address or provide clarification on any inquiries that may arise.
• Actively interface with other sites, vendors & suppliers in pursuit of achieving energy & sustainability targets.
• Review existing processes with the goal of reducing site’s energy consumption.
• Evaluate optimization ideas utilizing process engineering tools.
• Generate and present energy & sustainability metrics for the site during town halls and other meetings.
• Explore new technologies for the site and suitability of these technologies for the site.
• Work with management and staff to foster an ethos and culture of energy & sustainability awareness, where both are an integral part of the overall business.
• Assist other members of the Facilities Engineering team and site operational teams as required.

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family)
• retirement benefits, including 401(k)
• paid holidays
• vacation
• compassionate and sick days

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level