Plant Engineer

Job Summary

The Plant Engineer is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the Engineering Departments.    

Benefits

CalPortland is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources: our employees. Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland. That’s why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from. 

• Medical, Dental, Vision 
  • low-cost premiums even for family coverage
• Company-paid life/AD&D insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability
• Paid sick/vacation/holiday
• 401k/Company Funded Pension Program (program is dependent upon location and job type)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Additional voluntary benefits 

Compensation

$100-$140k DOE

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct the Engineering department in preparing plans; specifications and drawings for new equipment installations as well as modifications to existing plant equipment
• Supervise contractors and/or plant forces in the execution of construction and equipment modification plans
• Responsible for the administration and cost guidelines of the Capital Budget Program, including most vendor and contractor negotiations and project management
• Assume the primary role in the organization and presentation of the Capital Budget Program including responsibility for the preparation of necessary paperwork, budget reporting, and evaluation of projects
• Work closely with the Maintenance Superintendent, Production Superintendent, and Quality Control Superintendent to plan operating projects

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Requirements/Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in cement plant engineering
• Must have a thorough knowledge of cement plant operations, maintenance, and equipment selection
• Must have supervisory experience
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Strong interpersonal skills

Preferred:

• Cement, or related industry experience

Conditions of Employment

Successful candidate must submit to a post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Some positions require FMCSA-regulated ongoing drug and alcohol testing.