Plant Engineer

Maximize Equipment Reliability & Operational Uptime

· Deliver measurable year‑over‑year improvement in equipment reliability through data‑driven root cause analysis, predictive maintenance, and modernization initiatives.

· Establish and maintain reliability programs that reduce unplanned downtime and extend the life of critical assets

Lead Capital Planning to Strengthen the Site’s Future Performance

· Own the full capital budgeting cycle, ensuring Capex programs deliver ROI, support long‑term asset strategy, and align with plant growth plans.

· Provide monthly capital performance insights and long‑term project justifications to plant and corporate leadership.

Optimize Maintenance Strategy, Spend & Resource Allocation

· Manage and control maintenance budgets, ensuring spending aligns with reliability priorities and cost‑efficiency targets.

· Improve workflow efficiency through prioritization frameworks, skills development, and enhanced planning processes

Strengthen Safety, Environmental Compliance & Risk Mitigation

· Ensure consistent compliance with local, state, and federal safety and environmental regulations.

· Implement engineering controls and process improvements that minimize hazards, reduce incident potential, and contribute to a zero‑injury culture.

Drive Productivity, Quality & Continuous Improvement

· Partner with operations to identify performance gaps and implement engineering solutions that enhance throughput, reduce waste, and improve product quality.

· Lead cross‑functional efforts to deploy CI methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, equipment modernization).

Lead & Develop the Maintenance Organization

· Provide direction and leadership to a team of skilled technicians, developing capabilities, accountability, and a high‑performance mindset.

· Advance a culture of communication, teamwork, and technical excellence across the maintenance department

Facilitate Strategic Plant Events & Long‑Range Planning

· Plan and oversee major downtime events, such as semi‑annual shutdowns, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

· Support long‑term facility and process planning—positioning Ruston for growth, efficiency, and operational stability

What You Bring to the Team:

· Bachelor’s degree in engineering

· 6+ years manufacturing project engineering experience

· 2+ years in a leadership role

· Knowledge of mechanical systems, environmental & safety regulations

· Experience with ERP systems (SAP a plus)

· Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills