Plant Engineer

Sterigenics; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision

401(k) program with company match

Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time

Education assistance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Sterigenics is seeking a Plant Engineer in Charlotte, NC. This hands-on position supports local maintenance, executing and project managing engineering projects for EO sterilization plants.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's in Engineering and at least 5 years of relevant experience. The role emphasizes safety, compliance, and effective communication with various departments. Benefits include medical insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, and education assistance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience required.
• Experience in a regulated industry is a strong plus.
• Comfort in executing responsibilities within a highly matrixed organization.

Responsibilities

• Manage small and medium site or corporate projects.
• Evaluate and monitor status of critical facility equipment performance.
• Identify and correct unsafe work conditions or practices.

Skills

Project management

Technical writing

Data analysis

Mathematical calculations

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

CMMS (EAM)

Power BI

Job description

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.

Duties and 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.
• 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.

General

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Experience in a regulated industry a strong plus.

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)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Sterigenics U.S. LLC takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. We strongly encourage those from underrepresented groups to apply.