Plant Engineer – Center, ND

Plant Engineer

📍 Location: Center, North Dakota
🏭 Power Generation Facility (Coal-Fired Power Plant)
💼 Full-Time | Onsite
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Available
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not Available

Overview

A leading electric utility cooperative is seeking a Plant Engineer to support operations at a large-scale power generation facility near Center, North Dakota. This position offers an excellent opportunity for both recent engineering graduates and experienced engineers to work on critical infrastructure projects that support reliable energy production.

The Plant Engineer will provide technical support for plant operations, maintenance, capital projects, equipment upgrades, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, efficiency, and safety.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering & Project Support

• Coordinate preparation of construction drawings and equipment specifications.

• Design and oversee installation of new and replacement plant equipment.

• Support capital improvement and O&M projects from planning through execution.

• Work with contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders to achieve project objectives.

Operations & Maintenance Support

• Troubleshoot plant systems and equipment issues alongside operations and maintenance teams.

• Analyze operational data and recommend process improvements.

• Monitor equipment performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reliability, and availability.

• Support implementation of new technologies and engineering best practices.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure engineering activities are performed safely and in compliance with regulatory requirements.

• Monitor work activities and promote a strong safety culture.

• Assist with maintaining engineering records, drawings, and documentation.

Technical Leadership

• Identify operational and technical training needs.

• Provide engineering support across multiple departments.

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to optimize plant performance.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred.

• Other related engineering disciplines may be considered.

Experience

• Open to entry-level engineers and experienced professionals.

• Industrial engineering experience preferred but not required.

• Experience with rotating or fixed equipment is a plus.

• Power generation or utility experience is highly desirable.

Preferred Skills

✔ Mechanical Engineering
✔ Industrial Equipment & Systems
✔ Project Engineering
✔ Capital Projects
✔ Equipment Reliability & Maintenance
✔ Process Improvement
✔ Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis
✔ Technical Documentation & Drawings
✔ Plant Operations Support
✔ Safety & Regulatory Compliance

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer who enjoys solving operational challenges and working closely with plant operations and maintenance teams.

Successful candidates will possess:

• Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals.

• Interest in power generation and industrial operations.

• Experience with rotating and fixed equipment (preferred).

• Problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Both early-career engineers and experienced plant engineers are encouraged to apply.

Candidate Snapshot

Requirement

Details

Education

Bachelor's Degree Required

Engineering Discipline

Mechanical Preferred

Experience Level

Entry-Level to Experienced

Industry

Power Generation / Utilities

Seniority

Entry-Level

Travel

Occasional

Relocation

Available

Visa Sponsorship

Not Available

Screening Questions

1. Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?

2. Do you currently have experience in a power plant or industrial facility environment?

3. Will you now or in the future require employment sponsorship?

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary based on education and experience.

• Comprehensive benefits package.

• Relocation assistance available.

• Career growth and development opportunities.

• Strong work-life balance culture.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Work on critical infrastructure supporting reliable energy generation.

• Opportunity for both recent graduates and experienced engineers.

• Exposure to large-scale power plant operations and capital projects.

• Strong career development and advancement potential.

• Located near Bismarck, North Dakota, offering a low cost of living and excellent outdoor recreation opportunities.

• Stable employer with a long-standing reputation in the utility industry.

Industrial Engineer III (Packaging) – Manufacturing, SAP, Lean, Material Flow | Eagle, WI

Industrial Engineer III – Packaging

📍 Location: Eagle, Wisconsin (Onsite)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
🎓 Education: Bachelor’s Degree required (Engineering or Industrial Technology)
📈 Experience Level: Mid-Senior
🕒 Experience Required: 5–7+ years
🌎 Visa Sponsorship: Not available
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Not available
✈️ Travel: ~10% (occasional regional travel)

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Industrial Engineer III (Packaging) to lead the development and optimization of supplier packaging and material presentation strategies for manufacturing operations.

This role is critical in ensuring efficient material flow, cost optimization, and protection of components during transit, working closely with cross-functional teams across engineering, supply chain, logistics, and manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

Packaging Strategy & Optimization

• Develop and implement supplier packaging standards and policies

• Design packaging solutions to protect materials during transport and handling

• Create packaging models supporting:

• Plan for Every Part (PFEP)

• Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)

• Establish monitoring systems to ensure supplier compliance

Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce costs

• Optimize material flow, layouts, and processes to improve operational performance

• Implement lean principles and demand-driven strategies (flexibility, speed, responsiveness)

• Identify and drive innovative solutions to improve business outcomes

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with engineering, quality, supply chain, logistics, and manufacturing teams

• Work closely with shop floor personnel to improve processes and systems

• Support new product introduction (NPI) by ensuring correct packaging specifications

Process Development & Documentation

• Develop and validate:

• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

• Work Instructions

• Test methods and capability studies

• Provide training and guidance on packaging processes

• Ensure proper material preservation standards for service requirements

Supplier & Material Flow Management

• Travel to supplier locations to assess inbound material handling and packaging needs

• Design processes for inter-facility material transfers (e.g., sheet metal components)

• Ensure materials arrive production-ready (paint, storage, assembly, etc.)

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Industrial Technology

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing or industrial engineering environments

• Experience with process improvement and material flow optimization

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities

• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ERP systems (SAP / SAP Business Objects)

• Proficiency in CAD tools (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, ProE)

• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles

• Experience in high-mix/low-volume and high-volume/low-mix environments

• Background in project management (certification preferred)

• Experience in training, coaching, or mentoring teams

• Strong statistical analysis skills

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a hands-on industrial/packaging engineer who:

• Has strong experience in material handling and supplier packaging design

• Understands manufacturing environments and inter-facility logistics

• Can develop practical, scalable packaging solutions (not consumer packaging)

• Is comfortable working both strategically and on the shop floor

• Has experience creating processes to protect industrial components in transit

• Thrives in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment

Physical Requirements

• Regular standing, walking, and use of hands

• Occasional lifting (25–50 lbs)

• Periods of computer-based work

• Occasional bending, reaching, and shop floor activity

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Health, dental, and vision coverage

• Retirement plans

• Paid time off

• Additional employee benefits

Screening Questions

• Can you describe your experience with material planning, packaging, and delivery workflows?

• Have you created work instructions or SOPs for packaging or manufacturing processes?

• What experience do you have with ERP systems (e.g., SAP)?

• How have you collaborated with production teams to improve processes?

• What is driving your interest in a new opportunity?

Industrial Engineer II Jobs in Beaver Dam, WI | Manufacturing & Production

Job Title: Industrial Engineer II
Location: Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, United States

Industry: Manufacturing & Production
Job Category: Engineering - Industrial / Manufacturing

Employment Details:

• Full-time position

• Compensation: $80,000 to $110,000

• Benefits: Full benefits package

• Relocation Assistance: Possible

• Interview Travel Reimbursement: Yes

Job Description:

A leading energy technology company is seeking an Industrial Engineer II to drive process improvement initiatives and operational excellence. The role involves implementing enterprise standards, leading process optimization efforts, and ensuring seamless integration of new product introductions within operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead process improvements across the Order-to-Cash process (Plan, Source, Make, Deliver & Service).

• Coordinate the launch of New Product Introductions (NPI) within operations.

• Support facility transformation, technology transfer, and maintenance of production lines.

• Implement policies and procedures to ensure long-term improvement success.

• Apply demand-driven principles to enhance operational flexibility and efficiency.

• Optimize product, material, and information flow to reduce costs.

• Drive innovation and deploy engineering best practices.

• Collaborate with shop floor personnel to improve manufacturing methods and controls.

• Manage layouts, process definition, and equipment selection.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Industrial Technology

• 3-5 years of experience in an engineering function

Additional Qualifications:

• Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and/or ProE)

• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

• Experience leading cross-functional projects

• Knowledge of lean principles and process improvements

• Ability to work in varied production environments

Physical Demands:

• Regularly required to talk, hear, and use hands

• Frequently required to stand and walk

• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds

• Frequent computer-based work

• Occasional travel required

Candidate Requirements:

• Experience Level: 2-5 years

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree

• Willingness to Travel: Occasionally

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:
This company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.