Utility Staff Engineer

Qcells North America; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanwha Q CELLS seeks an experienced Utility Staff Engineer to oversee the maintenance and operation of Mechanical Utilities facilities. You will provide strategic guidance to technicians, resolve facility issues, formulate maintenance plans, and manage personnel for smooth operations.

The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and reliability in a manufacturing environment. You will lead a team of technicians, ensure compliant maintenance schedules, and drive improvements across EHS, productivity,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years in a similar manufacturing role with team leadership.
• Knowledge of plumbing/building codes and facility utilities.
• Familiarity with environmental, health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Mechanical Part Technicians, assign work orders, meet deadlines, and train staff.
• Manage daily operations of Mechanical Utilities facilities ensuring reliable utility supply.
• Oversee preventive maintenance of HVAC, pumps, piping, and wastewater systems.
• Formulate and monitor short- and long-term operation plans and budgets.
• Maintain records of equipment status and testing, including fire suppression.

Skills

Team leadership

Maintenance planning

Facilities management

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Job description

SUMMARY

As the Utility Staff Engineer, oversees the maintenance and operation of Mechanical Utilities facilities, providing strategic guidance to technicians. Responsibilities include resolving facility issues, formulating maintenance plans, and efficiently managing personnel for seamless facility operations. Operate on a salary basis, dedicated to enhancing overall team productivity and efficiency.

Description

SUMMARY

As the Utility Staff Engineer, oversees the maintenance and operation of Mechanical Utilities facilities, providing strategic guidance to technicians. Responsibilities include resolving facility issues, formulating maintenance plans, and efficiently managing personnel for seamless facility operations. Operate on a salary basis, dedicated to enhancing overall team productivity and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Supervision and Team Management:
  • Supervise Mechanical Part Technicians, ensuring efficient work order assignments, meeting deadlines, and conducting training functions.
  • Manage a team of technicians and maintenance personnel responsible for the upkeep, repair, and preventive maintenance of the facility's equipment and infrastructure.
• Facilities Operation Management:
  • Ensure the stable utility supply and management of Utility facilities, achieving operation targets in EHS (Environment, Health and Safety), Productivity, Quality, Reliability, and Availability.
  • Formulate and execute both long and short-term operation plans for Utility facilities.
  • Monitor and improve the operational performance of Utility facilities, conducting daily, weekly, and monthly management of performance (cost and quality).
• Facilities Maintenance Management
  • Supervise to Conduct day-to-day/routine preventative maintenance tasks on various systems, including Ultra-Pure Water, Process Cooling Water, Chilled Water, Cooling Water, Clean Dry Air, Exhaust blowers, HVAC, Gas/Chemical supply system, and Wastewater Treatment.
  • Oversee plumbing, piping, and mechanical parts installations, changes, upgrades, and repairs.
  • Ensure that all preventative maintenance on Facilities equipment is performed according to the established schedule and Standard Operation Procedure.
  • Compile and maintain records for all facilities equipment status, maintenance activities, and scheduled testing, including fire suppression systems.
• Budget Formulation and Management
  • Formulate and manage CAPEX budgets, ensuring effective execution.
  • Oversee budget formulation for Utility facility operations, ensuring optimal allocation and utilization of resources.
  • Monitor and Implement cost-saving activities to achieve KPI targets.
• All other duties as assigned by management.

To Be Trained

• Inventory (Spare Part, Chemical, Consumable) Management:
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive spare part management system.
  • Ensure availability of critical spare parts to minimize downtime.
  • Conduct proactive inventory planning to ensure an adequate supply of chemicals for wastewater treatment processes.
  • Anticipate chemical consumption patterns and adjust stock levels accordingly.
• Emergency Response and Compliance:
  • Respond to plant emergencies related to environmental failures, fires, or security issues.
• Training:
  • Deliver training and maintain the training record of Mechanical Technicians
• Safety Compliance:
  • Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations of Hanwha QCELLS.
  • Develop and execute safety measures related to the operation and maintenance of Utility facilities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a similar role within a similar manufacturing or related industry.
• Proven experience in leading and managing a team of technicians.
• Basic knowledge of Plumbing codes and building codes.
• Proficient in mechanical systems and utilities within a similar industry
• Relevant certifications are preferred and will be considered a plus.
• In-depth knowledge of environmental, health, and safety regulations applicable to manufacturing factory.
• Experience in ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Fluency in Korean is a plus, but not required.

Hanwha Q CELLS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.