Utilities & Process Engineer: Plant Reliability & Optimization

Baker Finn Recruitment; Munster; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Finn Recruitment is seeking a Process and Utilities Engineer to provide technical support to its engineering and operations teams in Ireland. The role emphasizes utilities management, maintenance planning, and continuous improvement in a 24/7 manufacturing setting.

You will lead plant utilities activities, oversee asset management, and collaborate cross-functionally with Production, Quality, Environmental, Maintenance and Engineering teams to deliver safe, efficient operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or science field.
• 5+ years in manufacturing or utilities environment.
• Experience managing process or utilities projects.
• Knowledge of safety legislation and SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day utilities activities including maintenance and operations.
• Monitor compliance with environmental, safety and quality standards.
• Develop and implement asset management and maintenance systems.
• Plan major scheduled maintenance within utilities area.
• Lead root-cause analysis and problem-solving relating to utilities and implement effective solutions.
• Build cross-functional relationships with Production, Quality, Environmental, Maintenance and Engineering teams.
• Coach and mentor maintenance and operational teams to develop their technical knowledge.
• Drive continuous improvement, process excellence and improvements in plant and utilities efficiency.
• Lead and support trials, plant and process modifications and investigation studies.
• Manage and report on plant and utilities improvement projects.
• Provide technical support for large projects, equipment upgrades and major maintenance.
• Build relationships with OEMs, equipment vendors and raw material suppliers.
• Keep abreast of relevant technologies and recommend suitable upgrades and projects.

Skills

Utilities management

Maintenance planning

Root cause analysis

Lean Manufacturing

Analytical skills

IT skills

Team coaching

Problem solving

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science

Job description

Baker Finn Recruitment is seeking a Process and Utilities Engineer to provide technical support to its engineering and operations teams in Ireland. The role emphasizes utilities management, maintenance planning, and continuous improvement in a 24/7 manufacturing setting.

You will lead plant utilities activities, oversee asset management, and collaborate cross-functionally with Production, Quality, Environmental, Maintenance and Engineering teams to deliver safe, efficient operations.