Plant Engineer

Plant Engineer

Overview

The Plant Engineer works closely with the Vice President of Engineering and the Plant Manager to provide technical leadership and support for the development, design, and execution of capital, expense, and maintenance projects. This role ensures projects are completed safely, profitably, on time, and with operational efficiency, while supporting continuous improvement and plant reliability initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, design, and support capital and expense projects, including cost estimation, financial justification, and preparation of business cases in accordance with established process design standards.
• Plan, schedule, and execute inspections of plant equipment and machinery to ensure optimal performance and compliance.
• Collaborate closely with plant production and maintenance teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations.
• Support facility maintenance efforts, including preventive maintenance planning and infrastructure reliability.
• Maintain and improve work procedures and processes that align with company standards, departmental procedures, and strategic objectives.
• Provide engineering support related to manufacturing systems, plant utilities, and building products manufacturing processes.
• Utilize CAD tools to develop layouts, equipment modifications, and facility improvements.
• Support PLC and controls troubleshooting and improvement efforts as needed.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental policies by actively promoting a culture of safety and modeling safe work behaviors in all plant environments.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, or related discipline preferred).
• Experience in Plant Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of facility maintenance, preventive maintenance, and plant equipment systems.
• Hands-on experience with PLC systems, controls, and industrial automation.
• Proficiency with CAD software for engineering drawings and layouts.
• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience in building products manufacturing or a similar heavy manufacturing environment preferred.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Williamsport, MD.

The pay range for this position is $110000.00 - $130000.00/yr.

Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings Employee Stock Purchase Plan Medical, Dental, Disability, and Life Insurance Holistic Health & Well-being programs Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts Paid time off & paid holidays Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)

This is a fully onsite position in Williamsport,MD.

This position is anticipated to close on May 15, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $110,000 - $130,000