What’s the job?

Under the direction of the Plant Manager and in collaboration with the Engineering Manager, the Senior Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for the design, development, specification, installation, repair and/or modification of facilities, equipment and machinery as needed to increase production, improve quality, or reduce costs.  The role will apply knowledge of engineering principles, theories, and concepts to improve the processes, products and/or equipment at the company’s facilities.  They will work with both internal resources and outside vendors and contractors to accomplish these goals.  The Senior Manufacturing Engineer will work both independently and under the direction of other staff members. 

Because of the diversity of projects, this person must have a broad knowledge of many engineering disciplines.  Civil/Structural, electrical/controls/instrumentation and, mechanical and hydraulic system knowledge are all required. .

Responsibilities

Plant Support

Modify and/or redesign existing plant machinery or process equipment to satisfy the needs of the company and operations. Provide support to the continuous improvement initiatives throughout the plant as needed Provide technical direction to other teams Direct and support the evaluation of new technologies Use engineering knowledge to analyze issues and develop solutions to resolve them

Capital Projects

Serve as Project Manager on smaller capital project Direct and coordinate external and internal manpower to install and commission projects Direct outside vendors and/or engineering companies to develop and implement solutions Design, specify, purchase, and install various production equipment including layouts and planning of production areas.

Major Capital Projects

Works closely with different teams to implement larger capital projects Collaborate with external engineering firms to design and construct equipment and processes Collaborate with internal and contract personnel in the execution of projects

Ideation

Works with senior and fellow engineers to develop alternatives and options for further development of projects and products Create new ways of performing work Challenge status quo