Plant Eng Mepron
Evonik · Mobile, AL · 1 wk ago
EngineeringFull-time
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the technical condition and performance of a production unit, in coordination with the Production Resource, Area Engineering Manager, and Production Superintendent.
- Ensures the defined technical availability of the plant to meet production requirements, while continuously improving systems in line with evolving economic, environmental, health, safety, and quality (EHSQ) standards.
- Plans, manages, and organizes technical support activities for the plant, including maintenance, technical changes, improvements, and documentation, as assigned by the Area Engineering Manager.
- Provides plant-specific technical expertise and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements in maintenance practices and technical documentation.
- Identifies and recommends concepts for plant expansions and upgrades, focused on cost reduction, quality improvement, and increased operational availability.
- Applies sound engineering judgment, creativity, and foresight to initiate and execute technical studies and projects, addressing complex problems with long-term, sustainable solutions.
- Prepares essential process documentation for capital projects and engineering studies, including Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), and equipment specifications.
- Demonstrates strong business acumen, cost awareness, and accountability, with a solid understanding of accounting principles to support cost-effective engineering decisions.
Requirements
- A degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering is required.
- 2–5 years of relevant experience is essential, including direct involvement with capital projects—specifically in equipment design, project engineering, and project management.
- Strong collaboration with the Production and Technical Departments is critical for success in this role.
- Must possess broad expertise in engineering principles, process technology, planning and organizing, regulatory compliance, and managing cost and schedule aspects of capital investments.
- Extensive knowledge of maintenance processes and tools (SAP knowledge preferred), along with a strong aptitude for troubleshooting mechanical equipment, is essential.
- Strong interpersonal skills are required, with a particular emphasis on effective verbal and written communication.