Ecolab, a leading global developer of premium cleaning, sanitizing, maintenance products and services for the hospitality, institutional and industrial markets is seeking a Plant Engineer.
The Plant Engineer will lead and manage all engineering projects with a focus on increasing the level of safety, implementing efficiency focused projects identifying, optimizing, executing cost savings engineering solutions and developing process improvements while increasing service delivery (rates) for the entire facility. Additionally, the position will manage the administration of all engineering projects as well as develop, justify, design and direct the completion of capital projects and maintain plant regulatory compliance. Furthermore, the position will provide ongoing support to the maintenance and production teams while contributing to broader facility improvement initiatives.
Whatâs in it For You:
- Opportunity for a long-term career path that allows for exposure to all areas of the Ecolabâs supply chain
- Access to best-in-class resources, tools, and technology
- Thrive in a company that values sustainability, drives a safety-focused culture and has been recognized as one of the most ethical companies in the world
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, share purchase plan, pension plan, tuition reimbursement and more!
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What You Will Do:
- Lead and execute capital engineering projects including both project management and engineering design responsibilities.
- Assess capital needs and associated costs, preparing savings analyses and funding proposal presentations in collaboration with plant leadership and corporate engineering resources to secure approved funding.
- Identify and develop suppliers to secure bestâcost implementation options and establish clear design bases to ensure complete project definition is successfully complete.
- Plan, organize, and supervise contractor installations, ensuring all work meets organizational health and safety expectations and verify that all contractors maintain required insurance coverage.
- Develop and maintain the contractor safety program to ensure safe execution of all contracted work.
- Oversee construction projects to achieve zero safety and processâsafety incidents while delivering on time and within budget.
- Ensure complete and timely communication is maintained with Production/Distribution to ensure limited work stoppage, when required.Â
- Develop all required documentation, update any outstanding documentation for area of improvement and lead the Management of Change process for all projects.
- Manage the siteâs capital budget and related expense budgets ensuring alignment with financial targets related to capital spending for the site.
- Ensure adherence to internal controls and corporate compliance programs across all engineering activities and programs within the site.
- Maintain an active costâsavings project list pipeline to support yearâoverâyear operational cost savings and efficiency goals.
- Establish and maintain accountability for the cost of materials and supplies related to the capital projects and in concert with the annual budget.Â
- Ensure availability of spare parts for new projects and equipment to support repair needs and TPM/PM schedules.
- Purchase materials for capital project activities consistent with established quality standards, from authorized suppliers.
- Maintain good working relationships with all suppliers to support priority purchasing position and reliable service.
- Prepare and manage the capital budget to ensure the entire facility including the plant, buildings and surrounding grounds is maintained in accordance with acceptable standards.
- Develops networks with other departments, division and functions within Ecolab, as well as with customers and vendors external to Ecolab.
- Performs other related duties as appropriate for the role and function.
Position Details:
- Support two facilities in Mississauga.
- The role involves working in an office and chemical production/distribution setting.
- The position supports multi-shift sites and may require providing support outside of regular hours including evenings, nights and weekends.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelorâs degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering or related technical discipline
- P. Eng designation
- 3-5 + years related experience, including team leadership experience
- Related experience in purchasing, capital project management (justification, design, implementation, financial control), and production.
- No immigration sponsorship offered for this role
Physical Demands:
- Must be able to perform physical duties
- Must be able to lift and carry 50lbs
- Position will be exposed to chemical production and warehouse conditions
Preferred Qualifications:
- Chemical industry experience
- Experience in maintenance management systems, including Total Predictive Maintenance, computer based work order systems, and labour estimating and planning.
- Previous production experience, capital project work, and leadership experience.
- Strong technical knowledge. Â Experience with pumps, welding, bearings, electrical safety, forklifts, gears, hydraulics, valves, and rigging is an asset.
- Excellent computer skills using Email, Internet, Access, Word, and Excel to enter data and prepare reports. Experience with a CMMS, SAP or other ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) tool is an asset.
- Experience in AutoCAD is an asset.
- Previous safety and behaviour-based safety culture experience
- Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong problem solving skills and analytical skills.
- Experience in a Continuous Improvement environment
- Proven ability to work in a fast-paced work environment.
- Must have a flexible and adaptable approach to work.
- Ability to interact effectively with others, provide guidance and constructive feedback.
- A hands-on, technically proficient orientation; basic understanding of chemical production operations
Annual Compensation Range
Base salary range is $82,700 - 103,300
Ecolab in good faith anticipates it will pay within the posted range. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining the compensation for a potential new employee such as education, training, experience, work location, travel (if required), etc.
BenefitsÂ
Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families. Click here https://jobs.ecolab.com/working-here/ to see our benefits.Â
This is to replace a vacant position.
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