Sr. Design Engineer

About the role

At Niagara, we're looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water. Consider applying here, if you want to: Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact. Develop lasting relationships with great people. Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members. Sr. Design Engineer The Sr. Design Engineer is responsible for initial and ongoing evaluation, feasibility analyses, and optimization of Niagara's Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing [MEP] system designs.

MEP systems include, but are not limited to: Product Water Processing, Wastewater Processing, Cooling/Chilled Water, High (40bar) and Low (10bar) Compressed Air, Steam Processes, HVAC, Natural Gas Processes, and Bottling/Injection Molding production equipment.

Detailed Description System Assessments Feasibility analyses and utility consumption modeling for expansion initiatives Evaluation and support of potential utility system improvement projects Remote or onsite troubleshooting of plant system challenges, root cause analyses, and implementation of problem solving solutions Cost, equipment, and required materials analyses Documentation Creation Definition of standard processes, equipment, and instrumentation implementation based on industry and Niagara best practices Development and upkeep of system utility balance documentation Electrical single line diagrams and loads, compressed air, water, and natural gas consumption Development and upkeep of utility system control and operation plans Development and review of Bid Packages for procurement of MEP-related equipment.

Retrofits, Upgrades, Plant Design Support Evaluation, justification, design, bid, and execution of utility system upgrades or solutions to plant challenges.

Development of design drawings for Electrical, Utility, Piping, or Mechanical bid scope Development and review of Bid Packages for contracted work or procured equipment Projects may focus on improvements to cooling capacity, optimization of cooling flows or pressures to design, improvements to compressed air systems to match pressure outputs to production needs, sequencing of compressors or chillers to enable efficient operation of multiple machines servicing one common system set point or deliverable.

Cost, equipment, and required materials analyses Commissioning Onsite project startup support and process adjustment provided to all applicable design engineering areas to ensure ongoing success of plant operations Report creation from process startup and commissioning Document current system operation parameters and compare actual operation with manufacturer's design to identify areas of deviation for ongoing operator understanding, or further project modification if deemed detrimental to ongoing system operation.

An ideal candidate will be comfortable working between in-office system design and hands-on troubleshooting/analysis on the manufacturing floor, while working directly with contractors, vendors, and other inter-departmental customers.

The position may require 25% travel Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice Work Experience/KSA's Required: 3-5 years

• Experience in Engineering Design 0-2 year(s)
• Experience in Similar Position or Manufacturing Environment *experience may include a combination of work experience and education Preferred: 5-7 years
• Experience in Engineering Design 2-4 years
• Experience in Similar Position or Manufacturing Environment *experience may include a combination of work experience and education Competencies Proficiency in, but not limited to: Microsoft Office Applications
• Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Projects, Visio, etc. Design Engineering Software such as AutoCAD, SKM/ETAP/EasyPower Understanding and exposure to fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, heat transfer, mechanics, electricity, power systems, instrumentations and process control systems. Project implementation and management experience. Problem Solving
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully Planning/Organizing
• Uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks Detail Oriented and Accurate
• Minimizes mistakes, follows every step in a process and follows through with all tasks Written Communication
• Writes clearly and informatively; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information Oral Communication
• Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; demonstrates presentation skills Team Work
• Balances team and individual responsibilities; contributes to building a positive team spirit; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives Change Acceleration- Demonstrates adaptability by efficiently identifying project execution flow optimizations. Communicates changes effectively; builds commitment and overcomes resistance Leadership
• Inspires and motivates others to perform well; influences actions and opinions of others; displays passion and optimism Education Minimum Required: Bachelor's Degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related Engineering field Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related Engineering field Certification/License: Required: None Preferred: Engineer in Training (E.I.T.) or Professional Engineer License Typical Compensation Range Pay Rate Type: Salary $99,617.85 - $144,445.89 / Yearly Benefits Our Total Rewards package is thoughtfully designed to support both you and your family: Regular full-time team members are offered a comprehensive benefits package, while part-time, intern, and seasonal team members are offered a limited benefits package. Paid Time Off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time Paid parental and caregiver leaves Medical, including virtual care options Dental Vision 401(k) with company match Health Savings Account with company match Flexible Spending Accounts Expanded mental wellbeing benefits including free counseling sessions for all team members and household family members Family Building Benefits including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation plus adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursements Income protection including Life and AD&D, short and long-term disability, critical illness and an accident plan Special discount programs including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, airport parking, etc. Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan and scholarship opportunities And more! * *Los Angeles County applicants only Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable local and state laws. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits a résumé into this career site or to a hiring manager does so with the understanding that the applicant's résumé will become the property of Niagara Bottling, LLC. Niagara Bottling, LLC will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity. Employment agencies that have fee agreements with Niagara Bottling, LLC and have been engaged on a search shall submit résumé to the designated Niagara Bottling, LLC recruiter, upon authorization, submit résumé into this career site to be eligible for placement fees.