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Chief Plant Engineer Objective

Lead and manage all engineering systems at our Petersburg, VA facility, ensuring optimal performance of critical equipment while driving operational excellence. As a key member of our leadership team, you'll oversee facility maintenance, equipment reliability, and capital improvements while maintaining compliance with industry standards to support our premium commercial services.

Responsibilities

+ Oversee all engineering and maintenance operations for the facility

+ Maintain peak performance of critical systems including high-pressure boilers, industrial air compressors, and heat recovery equipment

+ Create and execute comprehensive preventive maintenance strategies across all plant equipment

+ Spearhead energy efficiency initiatives to optimize utility consumption and reduce operational costs

+ Build and develop a skilled maintenance team through training, mentorship, and performance management

+ Partner with production leaders to maximize equipment uptime and operational availability

+ Ensure regulatory compliance with ASME boiler codes, EPA requirements, and OSHA standards

+ Direct capital planning processes including budgeting, equipment specification, procurement, and installation

+ Implement performance metrics to track maintenance effectiveness and equipment reliability

+ Manage external vendor relationships and service agreements for specialized systems

+ Travel up to 25% of the time between company plant locations to support multi-site engineering initiatives and consistency in operations

Requirements

+ Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering (advanced degree a plus)

+ Minimum 7 years of industrial engineering experience with 3+ years in leadership positions

+ Demonstrated expertise with industrial boiler systems, air compressors, and heat exchangers

+ Virginia Boiler Operator license or ability to secure within 6 months of hire

+ Comprehensive understanding of steam systems, condensate return, and water treatment processes

+ Experience implementing energy management and utility optimization programs

+ Exceptional leadership capabilities with strong communication and problem-solving skills

+ Proficiency with computerized maintenance management systems and planning software

+ Proven track record managing capital projects and equipment specifications

+ Ideal candidates will have experience in industrial processing, energy management certifications

+ Willingness to travel up to 25% to other company facilities as needed

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System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.