Senior Plant Engineer (Expat)

SUMMARY:
Our client is looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Plant Engineer to join their poult

POSITION INFO:

Our client is looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Plant Engineer to join their poultry processing facility. This role requires a strong background in engineering with a focus on refrigeration systems, process optimization, and project management to ensure operational efficiency, safety, and quality.

Responsibilities:

• Engineering Leadership: Lead and provide direction to the engineering team, ensuring best practices, safety standards, and compliance with regulations.
• Refrigeration Systems Management: Oversee the design, installation, and maintenance of refrigeration systems, with a strong emphasis on ammonia plant experience.
• Project Management: Manage engineering projects from start to finish, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Process Optimization: Identify and implement opportunities for efficiency gains and cost reductions in operations.
• Quality Assurance: Collaborate with quality assurance to ensure all engineering processes meet food safety and quality standards.
• Preventative Maintenance: Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs for critical equipment and systems.
• Troubleshooting and Maintenance: Address equipment failures and maintenance issues promptly to minimize downtime.
• Compliance and Regulatory Affairs: Stay updated on industry regulations and ensure full compliance within the plant.
• Risk Management: Assess risks related to engineering activities and develop strategies to maintain a safe work environment.
• Training and Development: Mentor engineering staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning.

Key Skills:

• Expertise in refrigeration principles, HVAC systems, and cold storage technologies.
• Strong project management skills with a proven track record in completing projects on time and within budget.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards and regulations such as HACCP and OSHA.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in engineering within the poultry processing industry, particularly with refrigeration systems.
• Certification as a Professional Engineer (PE) is a plus.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).

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