Staff Plant Engineer - Saxonburg, PA

Bayer•Indiana Township, PA

9h•$96,480 - $144,720•Onsite

About The Position

Focuses on optimizing and advancing process technologies within production facilities. This position is responsible for leading engineering teams to develop and implement innovative solutions that enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability. By collaborating with cross-functional teams, the role ensures that processes are compliant with industry standards and continuously improved to meet operational goals. The Staff Plant Engineer is responsible for the technical availability of assigned assets including, but not limited to, maintenance/reliability (including turn around) activities, planning and execution of investments, and identification and implementation of process technology improvements. They also ensure equipment / process safety and regulatory compliance of assigned assets. No sponsorship is availale for this position.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Related Field
7 - years progressive experience in engineering and plant operations with direct experience in automated production processes, equipment support, and technical good practices
Demonstrated leadership skills including strong communication, interpersonal, collaboration, and relationship building
Demonstrated project management skills including planning, budget management, and team oversight
Good knowledge of engineering tools and skills
Good understanding of supporting processes associated with the operations and maintenance of a production plant

Nice To Haves

MS in Engineering or MBA
Knowledge of Bayer technical practices and standards
Knowledge of medical device process technology as well as understanding of medical device regulations

Responsibilities

Ensures the operability, reliability, and functional integrity of the assigned assets
Manages larger/complex turn arounds of the assigned assets (break/fix)
Plans, executes, and monitors multiple basic budget/mid-sized investments; participates in the planning and execution of major investments in his/her area of responsibility
Takes responsibility for troubleshooting asset and process problems
Takes responsibility for identifying, evaluating, and implementing equipment / process modifications to eliminate deficiencies and bottlenecks
Assures compliance with technical rules and regulations as well as with company policies, statutes, and operational excellence practices
Keeps and updates technical documentation and records
Coordinates internal and external service providers
Execution of smaller projects from planning to start up
Identifies, evaluates, and implements technical knowledge and best practice transfer between the plant engineers
Works with site management on a regular basis
Works with other plant functional areas and team members daily
Works with other plant engineers and technicians daily
Works with professional companies such as architects, engineers, and contractors for maintenance and technology troubleshooting and equipment projects