Divisional Plant Engineer

Atlas Web Technologies® – a Division of Atlas Roofing Corporation – focuses on the development and manufacture of state-of-the-art substrate product solutions for the building, construction, lamination, and original equipment management (OEM) industries. The solutions are derived from three primary technologies: recycled paper, coated non-wovens, and hybrids of these base technologies. Products are suitable for applications ranging from packaging to roofing underlayments, buildings to automobiles, and furniture table pads to lamination.

About the role

Atlas Web Technologies® is seeking a Divisional Plant Engineer for the Meridian, Mississippi facility. This role provides hands-on technical leadership to multiple plant locations, driving improvements in reliability, process control, and other pertinent KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Create necessary CAD drawings for equipment layout, process control, fabrication, and assembly of components.
• Work with pneumatic, hydraulic, steam, and boiler systems and controls.
• Apply operational knowledge of process equipment to make logical decisions concerning operation, maintenance, and modification with minimal supervision.
• Manage and implement projects from initial planning stages to completion on time and within budget.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, and timelines for capital and expense projects with input from stakeholders.
• Prepare project justifications and formal authorization requests for capital projects generally over $100,000.
• Commission new production equipment, controls, and processes, and monitor modifications and upgrades.
• Familiarity with control loops and control strategies to support troubleshooting and optimization of existing controls and processes.
• Independently evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to optimize processes and products, including modifications to facilities, equipment, methods, and materials.
• Select and supervise external contractors and consultants to ensure they meet requirements for function, cost, timing, and quality.
• Collaborate with process, quality, production, and manufacturing personnel to develop and implement process changes driven by new technology or improvements to current technologies.
• Make observations, take measurements, and collect and interpret data from technical and operating staff to develop and implement process improvements.
• Work with maintenance departments to develop proactive maintenance procedures and programs for facilities and process equipment.

Expected travel requirement is a minimum of 50%, potentially higher during project implementations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering, or a similar technical discipline.
• Minimum of ten (10) years’ hands-on work experience in a manufacturing environment with a proven track record of measurable results.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to handle complex assignments proactively.
• Experience in building materials or paper manufacturing is preferred.
• Experience in process batching and coating technology is preferred.

Skills

• Advanced analytical skills and creativity in solving problems and troubleshooting.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation), with the ability to work effectively across various levels in a team environment.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple short and long-term projects.
• Competent with Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Project.
• Familiar with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) (ControlLogix/RSLogix) is preferred.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no direct internal supervisory responsibilities but involves supervising and directing outside contractors during the construction and commissioning phases of capital projects.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and vacation/holiday package.
• Comprehensive benefits program including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D/LTD insurance.
• 401k and Medical & Dependent Care Spending Accounts.