Plant Engineer - Capital Engineering Projects

Ecolab•Mississauga, ON

10d•CA$82,700 - CA$103,300•Hybrid

About The Position

Ecolab, a leading global developer of premium cleaning, sanitizing, maintenance products and services for the hospitality, institutional and industrial markets is seeking a Plant Engineer. The Plant Engineer will lead and manage all engineering projects with a focus on increasing the level of safety, implementing efficiency focused projects identifying, optimizing, executing cost savings engineering solutions and developing process improvements while increasing service delivery (rates) for the entire facility. Additionally, the position will manage the administration of all engineering projects as well as develop, justify, design and direct the completion of capital projects and maintain plant regulatory compliance. Furthermore, the position will provide ongoing support to the maintenance and production teams while contributing to broader facility improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering or related technical discipline
P. Eng designation
3-5 + years related experience, including team leadership experience
Related experience in purchasing, capital project management (justification, design, implementation, financial control), and production.
No immigration sponsorship offered for this role

Nice To Haves

Chemical industry experience
Experience in maintenance management systems, including Total Predictive Maintenance, computer based work order systems, and labour estimating and planning.
Previous production experience, capital project work, and leadership experience.
Strong technical knowledge.
Experience with pumps, welding, bearings, electrical safety, forklifts, gears, hydraulics, valves, and rigging is an asset.
Excellent computer skills using Email, Internet, Access, Word, and Excel to enter data and prepare reports.
Experience with a CMMS, SAP or other ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) tool is an asset.
Experience in AutoCAD is an asset.
Previous safety and behaviour-based safety culture experience
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong problem solving skills and analytical skills.
Experience in a Continuous Improvement environment
Proven ability to work in a fast-paced work environment.
Must have a flexible and adaptable approach to work.
Ability to interact effectively with others, provide guidance and constructive feedback.
A hands-on, technically proficient orientation; basic understanding of chemical production operations

Responsibilities

Lead and execute capital engineering projects including both project management and engineering design responsibilities.
Assess capital needs and associated costs, preparing savings analyses and funding proposal presentations in collaboration with plant leadership and corporate engineering resources to secure approved funding.
Identify and develop suppliers to secure best‑cost implementation options and establish clear design bases to ensure complete project definition is successfully complete.
Plan, organize, and supervise contractor installations, ensuring all work meets organizational health and safety expectations and verify that all contractors maintain required insurance coverage.
Develop and maintain the contractor safety program to ensure safe execution of all contracted work.
Oversee construction projects to achieve zero safety and process‑safety incidents while delivering on time and within budget.
Ensure complete and timely communication is maintained with Production/Distribution to ensure limited work stoppage, when required.
Develop all required documentation, update any outstanding documentation for area of improvement and lead the Management of Change process for all projects.
Manage the site’s capital budget and related expense budgets ensuring alignment with financial targets related to capital spending for the site.
Ensure adherence to internal controls and corporate compliance programs across all engineering activities and programs within the site.
Maintain an active cost‑savings project list pipeline to support year‑over‑year operational cost savings and efficiency goals.
Establish and maintain accountability for the cost of materials and supplies related to the capital projects and in concert with the annual budget.
Ensure availability of spare parts for new projects and equipment to support repair needs and TPM/PM schedules.
Purchase materials for capital project activities consistent with established quality standards, from authorized suppliers.
Maintain good working relationships with all suppliers to support priority purchasing position and reliable service.
Prepare and manage the capital budget to ensure the entire facility including the plant, buildings and surrounding grounds is maintained in accordance with acceptable standards.
Develops networks with other departments, division and functions within Ecolab, as well as with customers and vendors external to Ecolab.
Performs other related duties as appropriate for the role and function.