Plant Engineer - Cap Ex and Improvement Projects

About the role

• Plant Engineer - Cap Ex and Improvement Projects
• Location - Portland, OR
• Work Arrangement - Onsite, Day Shift
• What we do at Weir

We are a global leader in mining technology for a sustainable future. We help our customers extract the resources the world needs more efficiently and more sustainably. Our planet's future depends on the transition to renewable energy, and that transition can only happen with the metals and minerals our customers deliver. So, we work side by side with mines across the globe to move less rock, use less energy, use water wisely, and create less waste. Together, we drive the shift to smart, efficient, and more sustainable mining.

Make your impact

• You'll play a key role in solving real-world challenges.
• You'll apply your skills to deliver results that matter whether that's through engineering, planning or customer support.
• You'll work with purpose, learn every day and help shape a more sustainable future.

What you'll do

• Project Leadership: Own and lead individual and team engineering projects from concept through commissioning, collaborating closely with production, maintenance, and leadership teams to deliver sustainable improvements that reduce risk and enhance site operations.
• Equipment & Infrastructure: Specify, select, install, commission, and decommission plant equipment, systems, infrastructure, and facilities to support operational initiatives and compliance requirements.
• Process & Safety Improvements: Design and implement upgrades to existing equipment and systems to improve safety, reliability, and productivity, ensuring operational stability and minimizing downtime.
• Environmental Compliance: Support environmental sustainability initiatives and ensure adherence to environmental regulations within plant operations.
• Daily Engagement: Actively engage on the shop floor to identify issues, provide practical engineering solutions, and support continuous improvement of plant equipment reliability and maintenance.
• Travel Requirements: Some travel may be required to support other sites as needed, though this role is primarily based onsite at Plant 3 in Portland.
• Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world-class safety culture.

Must-haves

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical preferred) with 5+ years of heavy industry plant engineering, capital project and project management experience in foundry, heavy fabrication or other heavy industry environments.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, manage, and execute capital and improvement projects that enhance the safety, reliability, and performance of manufacturing infrastructure and equipment.
• Proficiency in 2D and 3D CAD systems for facility layout, infrastructure and equipment design.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across Engineering, Maintenance, Production, EHS, contractors, and equipment suppliers

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in steel foundry or steel mills.
• Licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE) or certification as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT).
• Proficiency with FEA.
• Certifications or training in project management.
• Experience with safety management, environmental compliance and sustainability initiatives.
• Ability to adapt and support multiple sites as demand arises.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Career development and learning support
• Access to global inclusion networks
• Regional and team-specific benefits
• Sharebuilder scheme
• Wellness support for you and your family
• Collaboration with global teams

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