Plant Engineer

Kaiser Aluminum•Chandler, AZ

About The Position

Ensure the Building/Grounds/Equipment are maintained to promote a safe working environment. Ensure compliance of all maintenance requirements, facilities requirements, Federal, State, local applicable regulations, OSHA, EPA, Tribal, and City of Chandler are followed. Own and manage capital budget. Track spending against budget Edit 3.12 Process Expert/SME for plant processes that can provide innovative & problem solving long term solutions. Communicate with internal & external personnel on any matter relevant to your job function; (Phone, e-mail, in person, by mail; etc.) as long as the communication does not violate Kaiser Aluminum’s Code of Conduct. Solicit bids from contractors for new projects. Review proposals for completion & compliance with specifications & requirements. Monitor construction to ensure all specifications & requirements are met. Maintain working relationship with all utility companies e.g. (Gila River Power Authority & San Carlos Irrigation Project on plant power, Southwest Gas & maintenance requirements). Submit construction plans & building permit applications to Gila River Indian Community for review & approval. Arrange for permit fee payment after approval. Determine technical specifications for new equipment & solicit proposals from suppliers (ensuring conformance to specifications). Facilitate plant & equipment improvements.(both equipment and process) Adhere to Alexco Business Process Narrative Sox Controls. Follow applicable Environmental, Quality, & Safety documents, if not valid notify the appropriate personnel. Effectively manage and implement medium to high complexity multi-functional projects. Responsible for scheduling, budget management and facilitating of projects through all phases. Leverage and manage plant functional resources to successfully deliver project results.

Requirements

5-10 years on engineering or maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
Bachelors/Technical degree. Mechanical, Electrical engineering, Industrial
Able to read and interpret electrical, mechanical, and construction blueprints and related documents.
Analyze and design capital improvement projects through coordination with multiple departments and plant needs.
Knowledge of federal, state, & tribal, regulations, laws & other government and corporate compliance programs.
Must have 5+ years of experience in at least one area of mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic expertise.
Have strong leadership skills.
Have strong mechanical & electrical ability including understanding of machine operations & capabilities.
Excellent leadership and management skills
Excellent interpersonal skills & works as a team player effectively.
Competent in problem solving, team building, planning and decision making
Have an understanding of construction methods & materials.
Strong effective communication skills, both verbal & written. Be able to work with personnel at all levels of the organization including external personnel (agencies & contractors).
Able to read & interpret blueprints & related documents.
Able to work a flexible schedule.
Provide technical assistance to production and maintenance as needed.
Microsoft Office Proficiency

Responsibilities

Ensure the Building/Grounds/Equipment are maintained to promote a safe working environment.
Ensure compliance of all maintenance requirements, facilities requirements, Federal, State, local applicable regulations, OSHA, EPA, Tribal, and City of Chandler are followed.
Own and manage capital budget. Track spending against budget
Process Expert/SME for plant processes that can provide innovative & problem solving long term solutions.
Communicate with internal & external personnel on any matter relevant to your job function
Solicit bids from contractors for new projects. Review proposals for completion & compliance with specifications & requirements.
Monitor construction to ensure all specifications & requirements are met.
Maintain working relationship with all utility companies
Submit construction plans & building permit applications for review & approval. Arrange for permit fee payment after approval.
Determine technical specifications for new equipment & solicit proposals from suppliers (ensuring conformance to specifications).
Facilitate plant & equipment improvements.(both equipment and process)
Adhere to Alexco Business Process Narrative Sox Controls.
Follow applicable Environmental, Quality, & Safety documents, if not valid notify the appropriate personnel.
Effectively manage and implement medium to high complexity multi-functional projects.
Responsible for scheduling, budget management and facilitating of projects through all phases.
Leverage and manage plant functional resources to successfully deliver project results.