Plant Engineer

VRC Engineered Solutions • Milwaukee, WI

23d • Onsite

About The Position

Plant Engineer – Lead Projects, Drive Innovation, Shape the future of our facility! Join VRC Engineered Solutions as a Plant Engineer and take the lead on equipment, automation, and facility improvements that directly shape plant safety, reliability, and productivity. If you’re energized by hands‑on problem solving, end‑to‑end project ownership, and implementing new technology, you’ll make a big impact here from day one. This position manages full project execution—including CapEx justification, vendor sourcing, installation, startup, and turnover—while partnering closely with Production, Maintenance, and Quality to ensure safe, reliable operations. What’s in it for you? ✔ Competitive pay ✔ Excellent benefits (health, dental, vision) ✔ 401(k) with company match ✔ Paid vacation & holidays ✔ Professional development opportunities As the Plant Engineer you will: Lead engineering and maintenance-related projects including equipment upgrades, automation support, infrastructure improvements, layout changes, safety improvements, and reliability enhancements. Develop scopes, timelines, risk assessments, and implementation plans; coordinate contractors and cross-functional teams. Prepare CapEx requests including ROI/payback analysis. Plan and execute equipment installation, commissioning, and validation; ensure safe startup and complete documentation. Provide troubleshooting support for equipment and system issues. Lead reliability improvement initiatives and reduce repeat failures. Support Maintenance in PM optimization and spare parts planning. Drive 5S improvements using visual controls, standardization, and lean principles. Improve workplace organization through point‑of‑use storage, shadow boards, and documented standards. Maintain project documentation and communicate results to plant leadership Performance Measures/KPIs: Adherence to project scope, timeline, cost, and safety Labor savings through automation and technology improvements Reduction in downtime and elimination of repeat failures Sustained 5S audit performance Job Skills: Proven ability to independently manage engineering projects. Strong troubleshooting aptitude. Proficiency with Microsoft Office; ability to build CapEx packages and project reports. Effective communication and ability to influence without authority. Familiarity with ERP/MES systems (IQMS preferred). Working knowledge of lean manufacturing and structured problem solving. Understanding of ISO 9001; exposure to IATF 16949 / ISO 13485 preferred . Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferred (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related). Technical degree required (Associate/Technical Diploma). 3–7+ years of experience in equipment, maintenance, or plant engineering projects. Experience with automation, robotics, sensors, conveyors, vision systems, marking, and auxiliary equipment. Work Environment This position is based onsite at the Milwaukee (Parkland) plastics manufacturing plant. About Us VRC Engineered Solutions is a leading provider of custom-engineered molded products and sealing solutions, serving diverse industries including automotive, industrial, marine, and healthcare. With decades of expertise and multiple facilities across Wisconsin and Illinois, we specialize in delivering innovative solutions that meet the highest standards of quality and performance. Our mission is to combine engineering excellence with customer-focused service to create products that power everyday applications and improve lives. Learn more at https://www.vrc-es.com . VRC Engineered Solutions is an equal opportunity employer

Requirements

• Proven ability to independently manage engineering projects.
• Strong troubleshooting aptitude.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; ability to build CapEx packages and project reports.
• Effective communication and ability to influence without authority.
• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing and structured problem solving.
• Understanding of ISO 9001
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferred (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related).
• Technical degree required (Associate/Technical Diploma).
• 3–7+ years of experience in equipment, maintenance, or plant engineering projects.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with ERP/MES systems (IQMS preferred).
• exposure to IATF 16949 / ISO 13485 preferred
• Experience with automation, robotics, sensors, conveyors, vision systems, marking, and auxiliary equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering and maintenance-related projects including equipment upgrades, automation support, infrastructure improvements, layout changes, safety improvements, and reliability enhancements.
• Develop scopes, timelines, risk assessments, and implementation plans; coordinate contractors and cross-functional teams.
• Prepare CapEx requests including ROI/payback analysis.
• Plan and execute equipment installation, commissioning, and validation; ensure safe startup and complete documentation.
• Provide troubleshooting support for equipment and system issues.
• Lead reliability improvement initiatives and reduce repeat failures.
• Support Maintenance in PM optimization and spare parts planning.
• Drive 5S improvements using visual controls, standardization, and lean principles.
• Improve workplace organization through point‑of‑use storage, shadow boards, and documented standards.
• Maintain project documentation and communicate results to plant leadership

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Excellent benefits (health, dental, vision)
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation & holidays
• Professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

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