Immediate W2 contract position available in Waynesboro, GA. Estimated Duration: 1.5 years
Position Overview:
The mechanical system engineer ensures sustained long-term equipment performance. System engineers integrate reliability strategies into station operations, focusing on proactive identification and resolution of equipment issues before failure. The system engineer collaborates with maintenance, fleet engineering and operations teams to optimize asset health, minimize risk, and maintain compliance with regulatory and corporate standards.
The System Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining complex systems within industrial plants.
They collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize plant processes, enhance efficiency, and ensure reliable operation.
Key Responsibilities:
Performance Monitoring & System Health:
Perform routine trending of system parameters to identify early signs of equipment issues.
Work cross-functionally with schedulers, operators and maintenance to ensure work needed for system reliability is performed at the right time and with proper quality.
Perform routine system walkdowns to identify degrading equipment early.
Preventive & Predictive Maintenance:
Review and update existing maintenance strategies to account for industry best practices and lessons learned from previous implementations of maintenance.
Corrective Action & Continuous Improvement:
Lead root cause evaluations and corrective action plans for equipment failures.
Drive initiatives for long-term planning and life-cycle management of critical assets.
Fleet Standardization & Governance:
Participate in industry benchmarking.
Ensure compliance with Maintenance Rule (10 CFR 50.65) and SNC quality standards.
Required Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (ABET accredited).
OR
Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, or chemical engineering.
Behavioral Attributes:
Strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
Accepts ownership of assigned programs, projects and tasks.
Develops strategy for optimum use of resources.
Works through conflicts to create win/win situations.
Holds self and others accountable for results.
Values diversity and respects the dignity of every individual.
Assumes personal responsibility for individual and company successes
Desired Qualifications:
Technical Skills:
Proficiency in work management software [Maximo]
Familiarity with maintenance practices for mechanical components [pumps and/or valves]
Knowledge of causal analysis methodologies (Failure Modes and Effects Analysis, Root Cause Analysis) and predictive technologies.
An ability to solve problems and make sound engineering decisions, based on experience and appropriate industry practices, in order to make timely decisions which might impact plant safety and reliability.
10 + years experience.
Experience:
Prior experience in industrial automation, control systems, or process engineering.
Skills:
Proficiency in PLC programming (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley).
Knowledge of HMI/SCADA systems.
Familiarity with P&IDs (Process and Instrumentation Diagrams).
Strong problem-solving abilities.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Responsibilities:
System Design:
Develop and design control systems, instrumentation, and automation solutions for plant equipment and processes.
Integration:
Integrate various subsystems (such as PLCs, SCADA, DCS) to create a cohesive and efficient plant-wide system.
Troubleshooting:
Diagnose and resolve technical issues related to plant systems, ensuring minimal downtime.
Process Optimization:
Analyze data, identify bottlenecks, and propose improvements to enhance productivity and reduce costs.
Maintenance:
Oversee system maintenance, upgrades, and preventive measures.
Compliance:
Ensure compliance with safety regulations, industry standards, and environmental guidelines.
If you already have a resume on file with The E Group and would like to be considered for this position, simply email your note of interest to The E Group at [email protected].
Why Choose The E Group? We are an award winning firm recognized for having an outstanding reputation with our clients and employees. All contractors are eligible for full group health and dental benefits, 401K with matching, and various insurances. Generous living expenses are given to help those who relocate or have duplicate housing.
For immediate consideration simply attach your resume to this posting or email your resume to [email protected]. All applicants will receive feedback once position closes.
