Plant Engineer - Munising - Goodwin Recruiting

Description

Position Summary

This role provides engineering leadership and technical oversight for manufacturing operations, facility systems, and capital improvement initiatives. The position is responsible for planning and executing engineering projects, supporting maintenance and operations teams, coordinating work during scheduled shutdowns, and ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient plant operations. The role also includes direct supervision, contractor oversight, and ownership of critical plant systems and mobile equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead engineering oversight for plant systems and manufacturing improvement projects, ensuring work is completed on time and within budget.
• Promote and enforce all safety, regulatory, and company policies related to manufacturing, facilities, and equipment operations.
• Serve as the primary liaison for insurance and risk inspections, coordinating required testing and compliance for fire protection and facility systems.
• Identify and drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on process efficiency, equipment reliability, and workplace safety.
• Partner with operations and maintenance teams to troubleshoot issues, eliminate root causes, and optimize performance using CMMS tools.
• Plan facility layouts and equipment configurations to improve workflow, space utilization, and operational efficiency.
• Select, manage, and oversee contractors, ensuring work meets technical specifications, contractual terms, and budget requirements.
• Develop capital project plans defining scope, cost, timelines, and expected operational benefits, and communicate progress to stakeholders.
• Ensure environmental compliance through collaboration with corporate engineering, environmental teams, and external consultants.
• Conduct routine facility assessments to identify maintenance needs, upgrades, and long-term capital improvements.

Core Areas of Responsibility

• Steam Systems: Oversight of steam boiler operations and plant-wide steam distribution, including maintenance planning, upgrades, and regulatory compliance.
• Sawmill Equipment: Engineering support and reliability oversight for heavy-duty equipment such as conveyors, gearboxes, motors, and related systems.
• Veneer Production Equipment: Support of lighter-duty, automation-focused production equipment, including motion control and industrial automation components.
• Mobile Equipment: Supervision of wheeled equipment maintenance, including end loaders and on-site truck fleets.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Five or more years of engineering experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Prior supervisory experience leading maintenance, plant services, or technical teams.
• Strong project management, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office; CMMS experience preferred.
• Experience in hardwood lumber or veneer manufacturing is beneficial but not required.