Plant/Project Engineer

Overview

On Site
$59
Contract - W2

Skills

project management
mechanical engineering degree
electrical engineering
process engineering
maintenance management

Job Details

Sirius Staffing is seeking a Project Engineer to provide technical expertise, deliver small capital projects, and support plant engineering efforts for a contract position in Lafayette, IN.
MUST HAVE A DEGREE IN CHEMICAL, MECHANICAL, or ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING.

This role plays a critical part in ensuring equipment reliability, executing technical changes, and driving continuous improvement within a cGMP chemical/pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities:
Project & Technical Support
  • Lead and support small capital and technical change projects from design through construction, commissioning, qualification, and startup.
  • Develop project scopes, manage change controls, and prepare/execute system qualification documentation.
  • Serve as project manager or technical consultant on large customer or capital projects as needed.
  • Make informed decisions to ensure adherence to schedule, cost, quality, and operational goals.
  • Develop and maintain engineering specifications, standards, and equipment work instructions to enhance performance and reduce maintenance costs.
  • Drive investment and asset strategy for current and future business needs in assigned areas.
  • Prepare accurate and timely engineering expense reports for site and corporate requirements.
Quality & cGMP Compliance
  • Follow all written instructions and maintain strict documentation practices to ensure Safety, Identity, Strength, Purity, and Quality (SISPQ) of manufactured products.
  • Report deviations promptly, complete all required training, and maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
  • Protect product security and safety by reporting risks and wearing required PPE at all times.
Environmental, Safety, Health & Security (ESHS)
  • Adhere to ESHS rules, procedures, and training requirements.
  • Report injuries, hazards, or concerns immediately to supervision.
  • Participate actively in ESHS programs and provide feedback to promote a safe work environment.
  • Take personal accountability for safe behaviors and proper task preparation.
Qualifications:
  • A Bachelor s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university is required.
  • 3 5 years of plant engineering and project execution experience.
  • Strong knowledge of plant design, production processes, maintenance management, and engineering policies/standards.
  • Demonstrated technical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Proven ability to drive improvements and resolve complex challenges.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional groups without direct authority.
  • Proficiency in MS Office and SAP.
  • Experience managing project budgets of $2.5M $3M annually.
  • Background with chemical or pharmaceutical processing equipment and unit operations preferred.
Sirius Staffing is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to characteristics such as race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by law.
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