Plant Engineer

PTC Liberty Tubulars is a market leader in the production and processing of American made ERW and Seamless pipe up to 9.625”

We at PTC Liberty value our employees’ health and wellness. We offer the following:

• Healthcare
• HSA option
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Dependent & Spouse Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Cancer & Critical accident coverage
• 401K plan with company match
• Referral Bonus
• Annual college scholarship available for children & grandchildren of PTC Liberty employees
• Tuition Reimbursement eligibility
  
  

Job Description

Reporting to the Engineering Supervisor, the Plant Engineer will work on capital and plant driven projects including new equipment installations and modifications and is responsible for all mechanical equipment and systems. This individual should be capable of utilizing established techniques (Lean, 5S, 5 Whys), standards and tools to troubleshoot and provide solutions. The plant engineer will also work will all departments to provide an engineering perspective to promote problem solving and continuous improvement.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Responsible for the mechanical portion of projects to include: (50%)

• Supervise mechanical design including plant layout, equipment arrangement, piping and instrumentation, plant utilities;
• Coordinate mechanical and electrical designs;
• Supervise structural design including buildings, foundations and slabs, access platforms, equipment and crane support structures;
• Develop specifications and purchase mechanical equipment and systems including process equipment material handling equipment, complex machinery, fluid systems (hydraulic, pneumatic, and high pressure water), material conveyance systems, dust collection systems, steam systems, storage silos, tanks, pumps, and valves – monitor and expedite deliveries;
• Work with Corporate EH&S group to prepare operating permits;
• Participate in project design review meetings and coordinate with vendors;
• Prepare installation scope of work, bid and award contracts;
• Supervise the installation of buildings and structures, mechanical equipment, and mechanical systems– coordinate with plant;
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and quality;
• Enforce corporate and construction department safety rules and regulations;
• Supervise mechanical system checkout, equipment startup, and turnover to plant;
  
  

Responsible for the development of Capital Project Requests to include: (20%)

• Scale up of process design as required for production (i.e. size tanks and pumps, determine flow rates, throughputs, etc.);
• Evaluate utility requirements and determine availability;
• Supervise preparation of equipment arrangement and P&I drawings;
• Prepare mechanical equipment lists;
• Solicit quotations for equipment and systems or estimate pricing using recent purchases;
• Develop installation scope of work for mechanical equipment and systems, buildings, foundations, platforms and structures;
• Solicit quotations for installation or estimate costs using sound engineering judgment;
• Review proposed design with plant operations, maintenance, and safety;
• Prepare overall project estimate, implementation schedule, and Capital Expenditure Request for management review.
  
  

Facility engineering support: (30%)

• Provide engineering support to different manufacturing departments
• Assess and attend to departmental engineering needs
• Create and maintain active list for departmental action items that need attention
• Provide engineering support in implementing and maintaining a continuous improvement mindset
  
  

Minimum Education And/or Experience Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s Degree

Years of Experience: 0-3 or more years’ experience in an industrial manufacturing environment; Project Management Experience

Number of Direct Reports: None

Job Titles of Direct Reports: None

Skills And Abilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using while numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Other Skills and Abilities: Must be computer literate and able to work with programs such as Word, Excel, etc., and be able to learn and use HP programs such as e-mail, ERP system, etc.
  
  

The Project Engineer uses professional experience and accepted best practices to oversee the design and installation of mechanical equipment and mechanical systems in a manner consistent with current plant standards. He or She should also pose the skills required to analyze and evaluate existing equipment and systems and recommend improvements which will enhance overall plant equipment reliability and efficiency.

• Knowledge of Mechanical Building Codes and OSHA standards (preferred).
• Knowledge of Equipment and Machine Design Standards and Specifications including AWS, ANSI, ASTM (preferred).
• Demonstrated Successful Execution including design and specification, purchase, installation, and startup of mechanical equipment;
• Demonstrated advanced skills with the standard features of personal computers including word processing and spreadsheets (Microsoft Word and Excel, Project, Power Point, Outlook, and Internet Explorer).
• Developed a familiarity with and ability to work in 3D CAD drawing software (AutoCAD preferred) including the ability to view and print drawings and make changes.
• Strong interpersonal and written/oral communication skills with the ability to relate well and cooperate with others to effectively coordinate activities and accomplish goals.
• Demonstrated ability to pay attention to detail and continual diligence about follow-up.
• Strong desire to learn.
• Well organized, with the ability to multi-task.
• Must be able to lead and be a part of cross functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to show initiative, work independently, and perform at a high level with little supervision.
• Ability to travel 10% of the time as needed to other sites for best practice sharing
  
  

Quality Commitment

The incumbent is expected to understand that all employees have a shared responsibility for the quality of products and related services provided to our customers. Duties and responsibilities are to be carried out in accordance with the PTCA Quality Management System and its policies, procedures, and work instructions as applicable to the job or function being performed.

Certificates, Licenses, And Registrations

None

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, and/ or walk, and/ or use arms and hands to load and unload material for extended period of time. Must be able to safely lift and load 50lbs. The employee must also be able to work outside in a variety of conditions. Candidates must be able to tolerate any climate, must be flexible with shift and hours.