Plant Engineer – Facility Upgrades & Maintenance Lead

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

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.