Plant Engineer

• Opportunity for a long-term career path that allows for exposure to all areas of the Ecolab’s supply chain
• Access to best-in-class resources, tools, and technology
• Thrive in a company that values sustainability, drives a safety-focused culture and has been recognized as one of the most ethical companies in the world
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, share purchase plan, pension plan, tuition reimbursement and more!

• Lead and execute capital engineering projects including both project management and engineering design responsibilities.
• Assess capital needs and associated costs, preparing savings analyses and funding proposal presentations in collaboration with plant leadership and corporate engineering resources to secure approved funding.
• Identify and develop suppliers to secure best‑cost implementation options and establish clear design bases to ensure complete project definition is successfully complete.
• Plan, organize, and supervise contractor installations, ensuring all work meets organizational health and safety expectations and verify that all contractors maintain required insurance coverage.
• Develop and maintain the contractor safety program to ensure safe execution of all contracted work.
• Oversee construction projects to achieve zero safety and process‑safety incidents while delivering on time and within budget.
• Ensure complete and timely communication is maintained with Production/Distribution to ensure limited work stoppage, when required.
• Develop all required documentation, update any outstanding documentation for area of improvement and lead the Management of Change process for all projects.

• Manage the site’s capital budget and related expense budgets ensuring alignment with financial targets related to capital spending for the site.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls and corporate compliance programs across all engineering activities and programs within the site.
• Maintain an active cost‑savings project list pipeline to support year‑over‑year operational cost savings and efficiency goals.

• Establish and maintain accountability for the cost of materials and supplies related to the capital projects and in concert with the annual budget.
• Ensure availability of spare parts for new projects and equipment to support repair needs and TPM/PM schedules.
• Purchase materials for capital project activities consistent with established quality standards, from authorized suppliers.
• Maintain good working relationships with all suppliers to support priority purchasing position and reliable service.

• Prepare and manage the capital budget to ensure the entire facility including the plant, buildings and surrounding grounds is maintained in accordance with acceptable standards.

• Develops networks with other departments, division and functions within Ecolab, as well as with customers and vendors external to Ecolab.

• Performs other related duties as appropriate for the role and function.

• Support two facilities in Mississauga.
• The role involves working in an office and chemical production/distribution setting.
• The position supports multi-shift sites and may require providing support outside of regular hours including evenings, nights and weekends.

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering or related technical discipline
• P. Eng designation
• 3-5 + years related experience, including team leadership experience
• Related experience in purchasing, capital project management (justification, design, implementation, financial control), and production.
• No immigration sponsorship offered for this role

• Must be able to perform physical duties
• Must be able to lift and carry 50lbs
• Position will be exposed to chemical production and warehouse conditions

• Chemical industry experience
• Experience in maintenance management systems, including Total Predictive Maintenance, computer based work order systems, and labour estimating and planning.
• Previous production experience, capital project work, and leadership experience.
• Strong technical knowledge. Experience with pumps, welding, bearings, electrical safety, forklifts, gears, hydraulics, valves, and rigging is an asset.
• Excellent computer skills using Email, Internet, Access, Word, and Excel to enter data and prepare reports. Experience with a CMMS, SAP or other ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) tool is an asset.
• Experience in AutoCAD is an asset.
• Previous safety and behaviour-based safety culture experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong problem solving skills and analytical skills.
• Experience in a Continuous Improvement environment
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced work environment.
• Must have a flexible and adaptable approach to work.
• Ability to interact effectively with others, provide guidance and constructive feedback.
• A hands-on, technically proficient orientation; basic understanding of chemical production operations

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