Plant Engineer

Sotera Health • Oak Brook, IL

2d

About The Position

Reporting to the Director of Engineering, the Plant Engineer is a “hands on” position that supports local maintenance and operations and will lead small to medium growth and maintenance engineering projects for assigned facilities of Sterigenics in support of the business unit’s strategic plan. Responsibilities will be on the East Coast Ethylene Oxide (EO) sterilization plants. Routine support of approximately 3 EO plants will be required on an as needed basis. This position provides a unique opportunity to directly execute, and project manage Capex growth or maintenance-type projects or support other assigned project managers in their remote coordination of activities. With Total productive maintenance as a strategic priority, a strong interest and involvement with plant maintenance initiatives and projects will be key. A solid engineering education with mechanical and electrical experience will be fundamental requirements. Familiarity with Building and NFPA codes is considered highly beneficial as is a business insight. Experience and general knowledge of control system architecture, functionality and operations is considered desirable. The Plant Engineer will be expected to autonomously execute on responsibilities with course directions set by the Director of Engineering. The Plant Engineer will liaise routinely with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, EHS, OpEx, Purchasing, Legal and Finance as required. Active travel to facilities within the geographical area will be necessary. Important: Must recognize and be willing to travel up to 25% within geographical region.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree. Candidates with Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience required.
• Experience working in a process environment with in-depth, hands-on involvement.
• Comfort in executing responsibilities within a highly matrixed organization.
• Proven record of supporting field activities
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations as well as complex data analysis.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to develop scope, schedule, budget and appropriately manage priorities.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a regulated industry a strong plus.
• Engineering ambassador.
• Familiarity with Building and NFPA codes is considered highly beneficial as is a business insight.
• Experience and general knowledge of control system architecture, functionality and operations is considered desirable.

Responsibilities

• Identify and correct any unsafe work conditions or practices.
• Project design, installation, and commissioning.
• Execute delivery for small complexity projects (maintenance, continuous improvement, or regionally coordinated projects)
• Ensure safety and compliance requirements and expectations are met for facility, equipment, and emission control systems.
• Evaluate and monitor status of critical facility equipment performance (e.g., emission controls, sterilizers, and support equipment); provide recommendations for corrective/preventative actions using CMMS (EAM), ECAT, ESPED, Power BI, and other statistical analysis tools.
• Provide troubleshooting assistance for critical plant equipment.
• Support site Maintenance/Engineering shutdowns.
• Participate in relevant internal and external audits and assessments.
• Ensure proper use of our Change Control process.
• Strong technical writing skills to develop applicable test documentation to support projects; for example, Installation/Operational Qualifications; Test Plans; Functional Specifications; User Requirements.
• Ability to develop calculations in support of project design or equipment needs, and/or challenge 3rd party technical designs.
• Represent Global Engineering, drive continuous improvement, support technical training of site staff.
• Improve overall knowledge and expertise on facility, equipment, and systems to ensure overall business progression and success.
• Manage small and medium site or corporate projects.
• Assist project managers with special projects as directed by Global Engineering team.
• Maintain 24-hour on-call status.

Benefits

• Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) program with Company match that immediately vests
• Paid holidays, vacation and sick time
• Free financial planning assistance
• Paid parental leave
• Education assistance
• Voluntary benefits including Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

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