Utility Engineer

Sirius Staffing; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 89,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

Sirius Staffing currently seeks a Utility Engineer to support a chemical manufacturing facility in Greensboro, NC. The role focuses on reliability and safety of boilers, steam, chillers, and related utility systems, with leadership and supervision of utility operators.

The candidate should have an engineering degree with 3+ years of utility experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and familiarity with SAP ERP. Onsite work with cross‑functional collaboration is required.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent with 3+ years of utility experience.
• Experience with industrial utility systems such as high‑pressure steam, boilers, chillers, and air compressors.
• Experience in manufacturing or chemical processing environments.
• Familiarity with SAP or other ERP systems; preventive maintenance experience.
• Strong troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and independent problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and optimize plant utility performance, efficiency, and reliability.
• Monitor equipment, identify issues, and implement improvements to reduce downtime.
• Lead root cause analysis and implement long-term solutions.
• Coordinate maintenance, inspections, and shutdown activities with teams.
• Train and supervise utility operators and support staff.
• Ensure water treatment, chemistry, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

Independent worker

Leadership

Education

Engineering degree

B.S. in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

Utility EngineerLocation: Greensboro, NC – Onsite Salary: $89,100 – $148,000 annually (based on experience)

Position Summary

We are seeking a Utility Engineer to support a chemical manufacturing facility in Greensboro, NC. This position will be responsible for overseeing and improving the performance, reliability, and safety of the plant's industrial utility systems, including high-pressure steam and boilers, chillers, compressed air systems, and other supporting equipment. The Utility Engineer will focus on troubleshooting equipment issues, improving system efficiency, coordinating maintenance and equipment upgrades, and ensuring utility operations remain safe and reliable. This position will also provide leadership, training, and supervision to utility operators. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background, experience with industrial utility systems in a manufacturing environment, and the ability to work independently, identify problems, and develop effective solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and optimize the performance, efficiency, and reliability of plant utility systems, including boilers, high-pressure steam, chillers, air compressors, natural gas, and condensate systems.
• Monitor utility equipment performance, identify potential issues, and recommend improvements to reduce downtime and improve reliability.
• Troubleshoot recurring equipment problems and lead root cause analysis to identify and implement long-term solutions.
• Support engineering modifications, equipment upgrades, and improvements to utility systems.
• Coordinate planned maintenance, repairs, equipment inspections, and shutdown activities with maintenance and operations teams.
• Supervise, train, and support utility operators, including assisting with hiring, performance development, and technical training.
• Oversee water treatment processes and monitor water chemistry to support safe and efficient utility operations.
• Ensure required inspections, documentation, and maintenance records are completed and maintained for boilers, pressure vessels, and other utility equipment.
• Maintain compliance with applicable environmental, health, and safety regulations, company procedures, and operating standards.
• Work collaboratively with engineering, maintenance, and operations teams to support continuous plant operations.

Required Qualifications

• Engineering degree with at least 3+ years of related engineering experience; Or 10+ years of related utility experience and an advanced degree may be considered.
• Experience working with industrial utility systems, particularly high-pressure steam, boilers, chillers, and air compressors.
• Experience working in an industrial environment, preferably within manufacturing or chemical processing.
• Familiarity with ERP systems, preferably SAP.
• Experience with preventive and predictive maintenance programs, equipment reliability improvements, and utility system optimization.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and root cause analysis skills.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and develop practical solutions to equipment and operational challenges.
• Must be a U.S. citizen; no current or future employment sponsorship available.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting utility systems in a 24/7 continuous manufacturing environment.
• At least 1 year of supervisory or leadership experience.
• Experience supervising or training utility operators or technical personnel.
• Experience with engineering software tools.

Sirius Staffing is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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