Plant Engineer

Medartis Inc. - United States; Warsaw (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Medartis is seeking a Plant Engineer to lead facility upgrade and capital improvement projects while providing hands-on maintenance support. The role balances project management, technical documentation, and EHS compliance with on-site and desk-based work.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting, coordinating with maintenance, supporting HVAC and safety programs, and driving continuous improvement and 5S initiatives. Requires engineering degree and US work authorization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, or related engineering; associate degree or equivalent experience acceptable.
• Entry-level engineering background or internship in manufacturing, facilities, or environmental work preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Strong project management and organizational skills; PMP Certification is a plus.
• Knowledge of EHS documentation, facility management, and compliance processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Lead facility upgrade and capital improvement projects end-to-end — scoping, budgeting, scheduling, and contractor/vendor coordination.
• Provide hands-on troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance support for facility and equipment as needed.
• Coordinate with site maintenance to prioritize repairs, equipment moves, and preventive maintenance activities.
• Support and maintain facilities systems, including HVAC, EHS, wastewater & state compliance, building security, and pest control.
• Lead & organizes plant catastrophe scenarios and related documentation as well as training
• Lead or assist environmental and safety audits; maintain EHS and regulatory compliance documentation.
• Lead or assist project clean-up initiatives and maintain process documentation to ensure compliance and efficiency.
• Support continuous improvement and 5S initiatives; identify cost-savings opportunities across facilities and processes.
• Maintain and update digital plant layouts to reflect current operations.
• Maintain a safe and orderly work environment at all times.
• All other tasks assigned by manager based on business needs.

Skills

Project management

EHS documentation

Facilities management

Preventive maintenance

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Associate degree or equivalent experience

PMP Certification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

At Medartis, we combine innovative solutions with skilled professionals to be the provider of choice in orthopaedics. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, the Medartis Group is one of the world's leading manufacturers and providers of medical devices for the surgical fixation of bone fractures in the upper and lower extremities, as well as the craniomaxillofacial region. The company employs around 1,400 people across its 13 locations and sells its products in over 50 countries worldwide.

The Plant Engineer leads facility upgrade and improvement projects while providing hands‑on maintenance support as needed. This role combines project management, technical documentation, and environmental, health, and safety (EHS) compliance, with the flexibility to alternate between desk‑based engineering tasks and on‑site, hands‑on work.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead facility upgrade and capital improvement projects end-to-end — scoping, budgeting, scheduling, and contractor/vendor coordination.
• Provide hands‑on troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance support for facility and equipment as needed.
• Coordinate with site maintenance to prioritize repairs, equipment moves, and preventive maintenance activities.
• Support and maintain facilities systems, including HVAC, EHS, wastewater & state compliance, building security, and pest control.
• Lead & organizes plant catastrophe scenarios and related documentation as well as training
• Lead or assist environmental and safety audits; maintain EHS and regulatory compliance documentation.
• Lead or assist project clean‑up initiatives and maintain process documentation to ensure compliance and efficiency.
• Support continuous improvement and 5S initiatives; identify cost‑savings opportunities across facilities and processes.
• Maintain and update digital plant layouts to reflect current operations.
• Maintain a safe and orderly work environment at all times.
• All other tasks assigned by manager based on business needs.

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, or related field) preferred; Associate degree or equivalent experience required.
• Entry‑level engineering background or internship experience in manufacturing, facilities, or environmental work preferred.
• Excellent computer skills required, including proficiency in MS Office.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to multitask. PMP Certification is a plus
• Knowledge or experience in EHS documentation, facility management, and compliance processes preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be authorized to work in the United States.
• Must be safety‑conscious, detail‑oriented, and adaptable to changing priorities.

For further information please visit our Website www.medartis.com.

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