Plant Engineer

Veteran Hiring Solutions • White City, OR

11d • $75,000 - $110,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Plant Engineer ensures the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of a specialty gas manufacturing facility supporting advanced industries. This role exists to protect operational continuity, drive technical excellence, and lead engineering initiatives that directly impact safety, compliance, and plant performance.
This is a hands -on engineering leadership position inside the plant—supporting daily operations while executing projects from concept through start -up.

Requirements

• Must have served in the U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Space Force, U.S. Reserves, or U.S. National Guard.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical preferred; Chemical considered)
• Minimum 3 years of engineering experience in a plant or industrial environment
• Proficiency in AutoCAD (2D) and Inventor (3D/2D)
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project
• Familiarity with process equipment, mechanical systems, and regulatory compliance
• Action -oriented and accountable
• Creative problem solver who identifies root causes—not just symptoms
• Comfortable operating in complex, evolving environments
• Strong communicator able to translate technical issues into business impact
• Detail -oriented self -starter who can work independently and collaboratively
• Adaptable and composed under pressure

Nice To Haves

• Project management experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute detailed engineering project plans
• Determine technical requirements from customer specs and performance standards
• Control project budgets and approve expenditures
• Manage schedule changes and recommend corrective actions
• Troubleshoot and resolve engineering issues in live plant environments
• Coordinate preventive maintenance, repairs, and equipment modifications
• Oversee new equipment installations and commissioning
• Support regulatory compliance (EPA, safety standards, electrical codes)
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of standard operating procedures

Benefits

• Competitive compensation - $75,000 - $110,000
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid time off (vacation, holidays, PTO)
• Employee discount programs
• Career growth within a global industry leader

What This Job Offers

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