Plant Engineer
CARBO Ceramics•McIntyre, GA
•Onsite
About The Position
The Plant Engineer is a hands-on technical leader responsible for maintaining and improving plant equipment, facilities, and overall reliability. This role is focused on mechanical troubleshooting, equipment optimization, maintenance leadership, and driving operational efficiency in a manufacturing environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering (preferred) with 2+ years of hands-on engineering or maintenance experience.
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing process equipment, with demonstrated ability to diagnose and repair mechanical systems.
- Field-oriented engineer with a proactive, problem-solving mindset.
- Experience supervising or supporting maintenance teams.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic computer-based maintenance systems.
- Working knowledge of process control systems and equipment reliability practices.
- Strong communication and leadership skills with potential to grow into operations or supervisory roles.
Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day technical support to production and maintenance teams, ensuring reliable operation of mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
- Lead troubleshooting, repair, and optimization of process equipment to minimize downtime and improve efficiency.
- Oversee the Maintenance Department, supervising the Maintenance Supervisor and ensuring preventive and predictive maintenance programs are executed effectively.
- Install, commission, and start up new or modified equipment and facilities, ensuring systems meet safety and performance standards.
- Identify and implement improvements to equipment performance, process safety, and plant efficiency.
- Manage maintenance and reliability budgets, monitor expenditures, and coordinate vendor and contractor support.
- Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations, driving a strong culture of safe work practices.
- Support upgrades to electrical and control systems to enhance reliability and plant operability.
- Train operators and maintenance personnel on equipment operation, repair, and troubleshooting.
- Provide 24/7 technical support for urgent plant issues.
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation Package
- Medical + Dental + Vision Coverage
- 401K + Company Match
- Life Insurance + Long Term Disability Coverage – 100% Company Paid
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Gym Reimbursement Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Wellness Check Program - Insurance Premium Discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
