Lead Facilities & Project Engineer - Plant Reliability

Mitsubishi Chemical America; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 83,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc. in Scranton, PA seeks a Facilities and Project Engineer to lead capital and facility projects, ensuring reliable utilities and safe operations. This role blends hands-on troubleshooting with strategic planning to modernize plant infrastructure and improve long-term performance.

You will manage scopes, costs, CERs, and MOC activities, coordinate with contractors, and mentor maintenance staff while prioritizing safety and compliance across the site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Civil, Plastics Engineering, or related field.
• 5–7 years of Project Engineering experience in manufacturing/industrial settings.
• Proven project management from concept through completion.
• Strong knowledge of plant utility and support systems (boilers, HVAC, compressed air, water treatment, electrical distribution).
• Able to read blueprints and electrical schematics; solid problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage CAPEX and OPEX projects from concept through completion.
• Develop project scopes, cost estimates, payback analyses, and CERs.
• Lead MOC activities and manage contractors and vendors.
• Provide project safety oversight and manage invoices.
• Balance multiple projects to meet timelines and business needs.

Skills

Project management

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

MS Word & Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Civil, Plastics Engineering or related field

Job description

Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc. in Scranton, PA seeks a Facilities and Project Engineer to lead capital and facility projects, ensuring reliable utilities and safe operations. This role blends hands-on troubleshooting with strategic planning to modernize plant infrastructure and improve long-term performance.

You will manage scopes, costs, CERs, and MOC activities, coordinate with contractors, and mentor maintenance staff while prioritizing safety and compliance across the site.