Engineering Technology Lead - Plant Utilities

Engineering Technology Lead
- Plant Utilities

Job Title:

Engineering Technology Lead
- Plant Utilities

Requisition

Location:

Nashville, TN, US, 37214 (Building Envelope
- Corp Nashville, TN)

Position type:
Full-time / Salary

The Engineering Technology Lead will serve as our corporate Subject Matter Expert (SME) for plant utilities across all manufacturing facilities. This senior-level, full‑time remote role will be responsible for the strategic oversight, design, maintenance, and optimization of critical plant infrastructure, including water, air, gas, steam, and electricity. As a key technical leader, the ETL will operate with a high degree of independence to identify infrastructure needs, develop capital projects, and present compelling business cases to senior management.

This position requires strong collaboration with cross‑functional teams, particularly Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS), to ensure compliance with OSHA and electrical safety regulations (including Arc Flash/NFPA 70E).

• Serve as the company‑wide SME for all manufacturing utility systems: compressed air, industrial water systems, natural/process gas, steam generation/distribution, and electrical substations.
• Oversee, design, and optimize plant infrastructure to improve reliability, energy efficiency, and operational capacity.
• Lead the strategy and management of electrical infrastructure and Arc Flash safety programs across all sites.
• Independently audit plant systems to identify infrastructure gaps, risks, and modernization opportunities.
• Conceptualize, scope, and develop comprehensive engineering projects from inception to capital approval.
• Create and deliver professional, high‑impact presentations to senior management to justify project funding, clearly articulating technical needs, ROI, and operational benefits.
• Ensure all utility and electrical systems strictly adhere to governing regulations, including OSHA compliance and NFPA 70E standards.
• Partner closely with the corporate Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) group to mitigate risks, investigate incidents, and implement robust safety protocols.
• Provide technical mentorship and consultation to local plant maintenance and engineering teams.
• Train operators, maintenance and supervision on the proper operation of equipment and processes related to plant utility systems and monitoring.
• Demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively and independently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas.
• Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• Field of Study Preferred:
  Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or close related technical field.
• Required
  
  Work Experience:
  • Minimum 15 years of experience in engineering and maintenance organizations with a proven track record of designing, managing or supporting heavy plant infrastructure.
  • Deep authoritative knowledge of Arc Flash regulations, NFPA 70E and OSHA standards related to plant utilities.
  • Demonstrated experience managing large‑scale capital projects ($1M+) and working with third‑party engineering firms.
• Required Computer and Software
  
  Skills:
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Google applications
  • AutoCAD
  • Statistical analysis tools like Minitab
• Travel Requirements:
  The position will support multiple sites and travel will be required as necessary on the order of 50–75%.

• Demonstrate detailed and efficient organization skills.
• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Work well under pressure to meet project deadlines.
• Show high levels of commitment to detail.
• Strong…