Plant Engineer

Are you ready for a rewarding and challenging career in the steelmaking industry?　

Join us! We are looking for the best—those who are not afraid to roll up their sleeves to grow with our organization, personally and professionally!

About the Position:

Utilizing independent judgment, this position is responsible for the development of both installation and equipment modifications throughout the facility.  This position is responsible for the engineering and modifications to physical plant, utilities and grounds.  Contact for EPA/DEP on all environmental issues and responsible to ensure that all environmental requirements are met.  Overall responsibility for complete management of projects in accordance with established budgets and specification requirements from development to overall completion.  Meets with and oversees contractors utilized in such projects. 

About Ellwood Quality Steels:

• Family-owned business with long-range vision.
• The world leader in the production of high quality carbon, alloy, stainless and tool steel ingot.
• Unmatched commitment to our customers.
• Emphasis on flexibility, responsiveness, and problem solving.
• Continual investment in our people, process, and equipment.
• Highly trained workforce, state-of-the-art equipment and methodology.
• A manufacturing environment where excellence is an everyday occurrence.
• www.ellwoodqualitysteels.com

Our focus at Ellwood Quality Steels is to create an　environment of opportunity　where you can　grow your career.　Our culture values diverse talents and the　contributions of all employees. Our commitment includes　competitive compensation, support for your　professional growth, and a range of　employee benefits　that help to protect the health and welfare of our people.

What You’ll Get: 

• Competitive compensation with eligibility for Profit Sharing
• 401(k) retirement plan with an excellent Employer Match
• Excellent health care, dental and vision plans
• Company-paid Life, AD&D, and disability benefits

What You’ll Do:

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• Conducts feasibility studies for projects, as necessary.
• Writes bid specifications for equipment, engineering, erection and installation.
• Solicits, evaluates and negotiates contracts for bids.
• Estimates, schedules and assures projects come in on budget and on time.
• Provides maintenance and production engineering support to all departments.
• Interfaces with contractors, equipment suppliers and regulatory agencies.
• Conducts environmental sampling and inspections.
• Responsible for environmental compliance and reporting.
• Assists the Vice President of Steelmaking Technology, as needed.
• Other projects as requested, including travel (local, national and international) as required.
• Abides by all policies and procedures established by the Company including plant safety regulations and work rules.
• Must have ability and desire to work well with others.
• Meets attendance requirements.
• Performs other duties as deemed necessary.

What You’ll Need:　

• Bachelor of Science in either Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or a commensurate level of related experience and education.

• 5-7 years’ experience in a heavy industrial environment is preferred, including capital project management and execution. 

• Previous environmental experience is required.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Good computer skills with proficiency – Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) preferred.
• Ability to work with personnel at all levels of the organization
• Strong work ethic
• Required to have an active and valid driver’s license, or the ability to travel and commute as required, and comply with the Motor Vehicle Safety Program.

EQS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer.  Minorities/Females/

Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity