Engineering Technology Lead - Plant Utilities

Location: Wellford, SC; Anoka, MN; Beech Grove, IN; Bristol, CT; Nashville, TN; Corsicana, TX; Florence, KY; Houston, TX; Jacksonville, FL; Muscle Shoals, AL; Norcross, GA; Prescott, AR; Rockland, MA; Salt Lake City, UT; Waukesha, WI; Youngwood, PA

About The Role

The Engineering Technology Lead 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).

Responsibilities

• 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical preferred or closely related technical field).
• 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, NFPA 70E and OSHA standards related to plant utilities.
• Demonstrated experience managing large-scale capital projects ($1M+) and working with third-party engineering firms.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Google applications, AutoCAD, and statistical analysis tools like Minitab.
• Travel will be required as necessary on the order of 50-75%.
• Detailed and efficient organization skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure to meet project deadlines.
• 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.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the 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.
• Must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of approved Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), including respirators. Employees required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face.

Benefits

• 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