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Plant Engineer

Advantage Technical
$95,000.00-$95,000.00
United States, Connecticut, Torrington
Jul 18, 2025
We're seeking a Plant Engineer to join our high-performing team! This is a dynamic and impactful role where you'll work closely with Maintenance and Manufacturing to drive equipment performance, implement sustainability initiatives, and lead capital improvement projects. From building systems to production lines, your expertise will ensure equipment runs safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company and regulatory standards. What You'll Be Doing Operations & Maintenance Ensure plant equipment and systems are safe, reliable, and compliant. Lead troubleshooting and preventative maintenance strategies for mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and PLC-based systems. Support the PM program and provide guidance to technicians on repairs and adjustments. Oversee building maintenance and general facilities operations. Capital Projects & Equipment Improvements Design and implement equipment upgrades and new installations. Coordinate with vendors and internal teams on capital projects from planning to execution. Prepare and manage capital expenditure requests and control project budgets. Sustainability & Continuous Improvement Develop and implement long-term sustainability strategies aligned with organizational goals. Monitor key metrics and track impact of green initiatives. Stay up to date on sustainability trends and environmental regulations. Lead or participate in waste reduction, energy conservation, and efficiency initiatives. Documentation & Compliance Generate engineering documentation: preventive maintenance plans, validation protocols, work instructions, and change notifications. Ensure all systems and practices align with AS9100 and internal quality standards. Collaboration & Leadership Work with production and cross-functional teams to solve chronic issues (e.g., downtime, scrap, inefficiency). Train staff on safe equipment use and sustainability practices. Direct the work of machinists, contractors, and in-house support staff. What You Bring Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering or a related field. 3-7 years of relevant engineering experience in a plant or manufacturing environment. Strong knowledge of machine design, facilities systems, and capital equipment management. Working knowledge of AutoCAD or similar design software. Experience with Lean Manufacturing, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement tools. Ability to manage multiple technical projects and communicate across departments. Knowledge of AS9100, ISO, OSHA safety standards, and sustainability best practices. Skills That Make You Stand Out Exceptional communication (verbal + written) Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills Organized, detail-oriented, and calm under pressure Passion for sustainable operations and green engineering Ability to lead without authority and inspire cross-functional teams The base pay range above represents the low and high end of the base compensation range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual base compensation will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, actual experience, and job performance. This job posting is not a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee. After you have applied, download our Staffmark Group WorkNOW App to receive real-time job offers and apply for additional opportunities. You can download it from the App Store or get it on Google Play. About Advantage Technical With company roots going back over 30 years, Advantage Technical is an engineering and information technology services company and a national leader in the provision of technical resources today. These services include Staff Augmentation, Direct Placement, Project Resourcing and Outsourcing - delivered from 40 key market locations, by over 3500 specialized contractors, to over 500 clients across North America. Advantage Technical is a Best of Staffing Diamond Award winner for both Clients and Talent. For more information about the industries and services offered by Advantage Technical, please visit AdvantageTechnical.com. 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