Plant Engineer II

Evonik is a global chemical company working across sectors that extend beyond chemistry—from lipids for tomorrow’s medicines and biosurfactants for green detergents to additives for plastics recycling and membranes for the energy transition. We value diversity of ideas and believe collaboration drives success.

About the role

The Senior Plant Engineer provides engineering leadership, technical expertise, and project execution support for site infrastructure and capital initiatives. This role is responsible for defining, planning, and executing small to medium capital projects while supporting maintenance, reliability, and continuous improvement of Site Services Utilities. The Senior Plant Engineer works independently to deliver engineering solutions aligned with site objectives, regulatory expectations, and Evonik standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead small to medium capital projects through scope development, design, construction, commissioning, qualification, and startup, ensuring delivery meets safety, cost, quality, and schedule expectations.
• Manage change controls, develop engineering documentation, and execute system qualification activities.
• Provide day-to-day engineering support for utilities systems (e.g., steam, water, HVAC, power distribution, and supporting infrastructure).
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and perform root cause failure analysis.
• Develop and implement maintenance strategies to improve reliability and lifecycle performance.
• Support maintenance planning, budgeting, and execution within assigned cost centers.
• Monitor and report key performance metrics for utilities and infrastructure.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to improve equipment reliability, safety, and compliance.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives and support productivity projects.
• Ensure adherence to cGMP, regulatory requirements, and engineering standards.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in assigned engineering and utility systems.
• Develop and maintain engineering standards, specifications, and work instructions.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide peer design reviews.
• Promote best practices in safety, compliance, and engineering execution.
• Support development of maintenance budgets and capital forecasts.
• Manage project expenditures within approved funding.
• Contribute to long-term asset and investment strategies for Site Services Utilities.
• Adhere to cGMP requirements to ensure the Safety, Identity, Strength, Purity, and Quality (SISPQ) of products, including:
  • Following written procedures and documentation practices.
  • Reporting deviations and quality concerns in a timely manner.
  • Participating in root cause investigations and quality risk assessments.
  • Maintaining proper housekeeping and personal practices.
  • Ensuring appropriate use of PPE and safe work behaviors.
• Comply with all Environmental, Safety, Health & Security (ESHS) policies, standards, and procedures.
• Actively participate in safety programs and hazard identification.
• Lead or support Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) and Equipment Hazard Analysis (EHA) activities.
• Promote a strong safety culture through coaching and accountability.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required.
• 5–10 years of experience in plant engineering, utilities, and/or project execution.
• Strong knowledge of plant design, maintenance practices, and project management.
• Experience in chemical or pharmaceutical operations preferred.
• Proven problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to influence without direct authority.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Paid time off plan.
• 401(k) savings plans.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts.
• Disability benefits.
• Life Insurance.
• Parental leave.
• Tuition Reimbursement.