Engineering Technology Lead - Plant Utilities

Locations: 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 the 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).
• 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+).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Google applications, AutoCAD, and statistical analysis tools like Minitab.
• Travel requirements: 50-75% to support multiple sites.
• 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 (clean-shaven requirement for fit tests).

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