Remote Engineering Technology Lead – Plant Utilities

Amrize Building Envelope; Tuscumbia (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Retirement savings

Health insurance

Educational assistance

Job summary

Amrize Building Envelope seeks an Engineering Technology Lead for plant utilities, serving as SME across all manufacturing sites. You will oversee design, maintenance, and optimization of water, air, gas, steam, and electrical systems, while collaborating with EHS to meet OSHA and NFPA 70E standards.

You will audit, scope, and manage capital projects, delivering compelling business cases to senior management and mentoring maintenance teams across sites.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in engineering and maintenance with large plant infrastructure.
• Deep knowledge of Arc Flash, NFPA 70E and OSHA standards for plant utilities.
• Experience managing $1M+ capital projects with third-party firms.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and optimization of plant utility systems and electrical infrastructure.
• Audit sites for gaps, risk, and modernization opportunities; mentor teams.
• Develop capital project proposals and present ROI to senior leadership.
• Ensure OSHA and NFPA 70E compliance across all sites.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Google Apps

Minitab

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

We’re seeking a Engineering Technology Lead - Plant Utilities who’s ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter — and build a career with a company that’s building North America.

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About The Role

The Corporate Utilities Engineer will serve as our corporate Subject Matter Expert (SME) for plant utilities across all manufacturing facilities. This senior-level, full-time remote role will be responsible for the strategic oversight, design, maintenance, and optimization of critical plant infrastructure, including water, air, gas, steam, and electricity. As a key technical leader, the ETL will operate with a high degree of independence to identify infrastructure needs, develop capital projects, and present compelling business cases to senior management. This position requires strong collaboration with cross-functional teams, particularly Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS), to ensure compliance with OSHA and electrical safety regulations (including Arc Flash/NFPA 70E).

What You'll Accomplish

• Serve as the company-wide SME for all manufacturing utility systems: compressed air, industrial water systems, natural/process gas, steam generation/distribution, and electrical substations.
• Oversee, design, and optimize plant infrastructure to improve reliability, energy efficiency, and operational capacity.
• Lead the strategy and management of electrical infrastructure and Arc Flash safety programs across all sites.
• Independently audit plant systems to identify infrastructure gaps, risks, and modernization opportunities.
• Conceptualize, scope, and develop comprehensive engineering projects from inception to capital approval.
• Create and deliver professional, high-impact presentations to senior management to justify project funding, clearly articulating technical needs, ROI, and operational benefits.
• Ensure all utility and electrical systems strictly adhere to governing regulations, including OSHA compliance and NFPA 70E standards.
• Partner closely with the corporate Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) group to mitigate risks, investigate incidents, and implement robust safety protocols.
• Provide technical mentorship and consultation to local plant maintenance and engineering teams.
• Train operators, maintenance and supervision on the proper operation of equipment and processes related to plant utility systems and monitoring.
• Demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively and independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas.
• Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.
  
  

What We're Looking For

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• Field of Study Preferred: Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or close related technical field.
• Required Work Experience:
• Minimum 15 years of experience in engineering and maintenance organizations with a proven track record of designing, managing or supporting heavy plant infrastructure.
• Deep authoritative knowledge of Arc Flash regulations ,MFPA 70E and OSHA standards related to plant utilities.
• Demonstrated experience managing large-scale capital project ($1M+) and working with third-party engineering firms.
• Required Computer and Software Skills:
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Google applications
• AutoCAD
• Statistical analysis tools like Minitab
• Travel Requirements:The position will support multiple sites and travel will be required as necessary on the order of 50-75%.
  

Additional Requirements

• Demonstrate detailed and efficient organization skills.
• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Work well under pressure to meet project deadlines.
• Show high levels of commitment to detail.
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes, supply chain management, and strategic sourcing principles.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and materials.
• Project management skills, including planning, scheduling, and managing budgets.
• Familiarity with capital projects including engineering and construction is a plus.
• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators.
• Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation
• Retirement Savings
• Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance Coverage
• Holistic Health & Well-Being Programs
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for
• Health and Dependent Care
• Vision and other Voluntary Benefits and Discounts
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave (Maternity and Paternity)
• Educational Assistance Program
  
  

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Amrize is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.