Plant Engineer

North Monmouth, ME
Reports To: Plant Manager
Direct Reports: Engineering & Maintenance Team

Job Summary

The Plant Engineer oversees engineering and maintenance operations, ensuring projects are executed using the most cost-effective and feasible methods. This role is responsible for facility systems, preventive maintenance, capital projects, and employee development, while driving efficiency, safety, and compliance across Tex Tech Industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct operations and maintenance of steam generation, electrical, compressed gases, water, and refrigeration systems to ensure uninterrupted service.
• Perform chemical analysis of boiler and air wash water to maintain system effectiveness.
• Develop, schedule, and oversee preventive maintenance programs to keep production machinery in optimal condition.
• Plan and maintain a safe, healthy work environment across company property.
• Supervise and coordinate activities of maintenance, electrical, and mechanical teams.
• Inspect jobs in process and upon completion to ensure workmanship and safety standards are met.
• Ensure proper maintenance of facility machinery, equipment, and building infrastructure.
• Manage inventory control of maintenance materials, supplies, and spare parts.
• Recommend, plan, and implement equipment upgrades to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Design and modify electrical and mechanical equipment layouts to optimize plant operations.
• Lead Capital Expenditure (CapEx) and Maintenance, Repair & Operations (MRO) planning, including quotations, requests, and project execution.
• Oversee financial reporting and maintenance spend tracking.
• Drive employee development, training, and succession planning.
• Maintain and update plant drawings and schematics to improve product flow.
• Obtain and maintain required licenses and certifications for boilers, refrigeration, and other regulated equipment.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Hands‑on industrial manufacturing experience in fast‑paced, regulated environments, including plant‑floor operations, cross‑functional collaboration, safety and quality compliance, equipment and process control knowledge, and effective troubleshooting.

• Strong knowledge of mechanical principles, machining practices, and metallurgy.
• Expertise in fabrication, assembly techniques, and machine-shop practices.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve equipment/tooling problems with attention to detail.
• Skilled at integrating existing methods with innovative solutions to solve production challenges.
• Initiative and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of computer systems, ERP tools, and data processing.
• Familiarity with computer-controlled machine tools and high-volume automated production equipment.
• Proficiency in AutoDesk and SolidWorks design software.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related discipline).
• 10+ years of experience in manufacturing, plant engineering, or industrial maintenance.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.

Benefits Program

• Medical Care with Telemedicine service
• Dental Care
• Vision Care
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (Employee Only)
• Optional Supplemental Life Insurance and/or Dependent Life Insurance
• Optional Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Retirement Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Wellness Programs
• Internal Development Opportunities