Plant Engineer - Environmental Emphasis

Kawasaki Engines•Maryville, MO

10d

About The Position

The Plant Engineer evaluates, selects, and applies engineering standards to plant and facility infrastructure projects. The role plans, coordinates, and directs programs to ensure consistency with company standards and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. The position also follows company policies and procedures, the Quality and Environmental Management Systems (QMS and EMS), the Kawasaki Production System (KPS), OSHA, and other applicable legal and compliance requirements. The engineer plans, designs, and coordinates installation of facilities and equipment, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, building management systems, and buildings. The role oversees preventative maintenance and repair of facility systems, maintains plant drawings and electrical documentation, and evaluates structural capacities and system requirements. The engineer also supports facilities and utilities purchasing and maintenance, coordinates scheduled work assessments, and identifies process improvements, cost reductions, and projects in support of company goals.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
For current KMM employees: at least three years of experience as an Engineering or Quality Technician at KMM and passing the Society of Manufacturing Engineers Certification Exam (CMfgE).
Must submit a resume.

Responsibilities

Follow company policies and procedures, QMS and EMS, KPS, OSHA, and other applicable legal and compliance requirements.
Plan, design, and coordinate installation of facilities and equipment, including HVAC systems and associated equipment, electrical equipment, plumbing systems, building management systems, and buildings.
Oversee and coordinate preventative maintenance and repair work for facility mechanical, electrical, and other installed systems.
Specify security equipment installation and evaluate monitoring requirements to meet federal, state, and local codes and regulations.
Maintain plant drawings showing buildings, utility routing, and plant equipment locations.
Evaluate new and existing electrical circuits, including maintaining one-line diagrams and arc-flash labels.
Lead analysis and evaluation of structural capacities and load limits of roof joists, beams, and columns.
Evaluate and specify equipment and methods of operation for building management, fire/life safety, and other systems, considering property loss insurance and NFPA and FM code requirements.
Request budgetary quotes, provide layouts, and coordinate schedules for facilities and utilities purchases and maintenance.
Work with internal and external customers regarding scheduled work assessments.
Troubleshoot, provide process improvements and cost reductions, and plan projects to support company goals.
Analyze data, make independent decisions on minor adaptations and modifications, and recommend process changes and projects.