Plant Engineer Jobs

A Plant Engineer in the manufacturing engineering industry is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of manufacturing plants. They design, install, and improve systems for industrial production. Their duties may extend to reviewing blueprints, conducting research, and proposing changes to existing processes to increase efficiency and reduce costs. They also ensure plants are complying with health and safety regulations. Furthermore, Plant Engineers troubleshoot problems, repair malfunctioning equipment, and work with other engineering specialists to resolve complex issues.

Important skills for a Plant Engineer include strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills. They should also be proficient in the use of CAD software and have a sound knowledge of engineering principles and methodologies. A degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering is typically required, along with certifications such as Certified Plant Engineer (CPE) or Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP). Prior to becoming a Plant Engineer, an individual might have roles such as a Maintenance Engineer, Production Engineer, or Quality Control Engineer.

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Principal Plant Engineer - PCS FPM

  • Berkeley, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Berkeley, CA
  • 7 hours ago

Principal Plant Engineer - PCS FPM Principal Plant Eng PCS FPM – Berkeley, CA PURPOSE "The Plant Engineer provides the technical knowledge and is accountable for planning, coordination, and...

Plant Engineer

  • Florence, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Florence, KY
  • 2 days ago

Plant Engineer Location: Florence, KY Employment Type: Direct Hire Salary: $125,000 Kelly Engineering is seeking a skilled Plant Engineer for our manufacturing client in Florence, KY....

Plant Engineer

  • Norco, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Norco, LA
  • 2 days ago

Qualifications\: B.S. or M.S. in Chemical, Mechanical Engineering or similar. 2+ years’ experience as a process or plant engineer. Strong technical skills....

Plant Engineer

  • Roanoke, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA
  • 2 days ago

Location: Roanoke, VA Salary: $100,000.00 USD Annually - $120,000.00 USD Annually Description: The Judge Group is currently seeking a degreed Plant Engineer for a major food & beverage manufacturing...

Plant Engineer In Gloucestershire

  • Gloucester, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Gloucester, MA
  • 4 days ago

Engineer to join our dynamic Manufacturing & Engineering team based at our head office in Gloucestershire....

High Energy Laser Systems Manufacturing Engineer

  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago

Job Qualifications: Typically requires a bachelors in engineering or a related technical field as well as fourteen or more years of manufacturing engineering experience....

Plant Engineer

  • Maryville, MO
  • 4 days ago
  • Maryville, MO
  • 4 days ago

Between $45.00 and $60.00 Per Hour Position range in Missouri $23.79 - $36.68 Per hour Plant Engineer (Not Available) Occupation: Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians Location: Maryville...

Space Systems Manufacturing Engineer II/Senior

  • Long Beach, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 4 days ago

You will support the Manufacturing Engineering Manager for Avionics and Space Systems, Production, and Design organizations, with deliverables required for internal leadership, board of directors, and...

Project / Plant Engineer

  • Bristol, WI
  • 5 days ago
  • Bristol, WI
  • 5 days ago

Location: Bristol, WI Description: The Judge Group is currently seeking an experienced Project / Plant Engineer for a food manufacturing company in the Bristol, WI area....

Plant Engineer

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 5 days ago

Requirements Bachelors of Mechanical Engineering 3-5 years of hands on manufacturing experience Project / capital management proficiency of 100k+ Knowledge of AutoCad Benefits of Employment: IKO recognizes...

Plant Engineer

  • Kings Mountain, NC
  • 5 days ago
  • Kings Mountain, NC
  • 5 days ago

The Plant Engineer will be: Proficient in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics and Project Management, responsible for equipment reliability and availability improvements, utilizing, managing and providing...

Plant Engineer

  • Rochester, IN
  • 6 days ago
  • Rochester, IN
  • 6 days ago

OBJECTIVE: The Plant Engineer is responsible for developing, designing, building, testing and inspecting mechanical devices and systems....

Manufacturing Maintenance Mgr/ Plant Engineer

  • Winchester, KY
  • 7 days ago
  • Winchester, KY
  • 7 days ago

While reporting to the Plant Manager, the Plant Engineer is responsible for achieving the highest level of reliability for plant equipment through committed support for the Sonoco Performance System...

Plant Engineer

  • Wilson, NC
  • 8 days ago
  • Wilson, NC
  • 8 days ago

Position Description The Plant Engineer is responsible for providing comprehensive and efficient support to the plant operations team....

Plant Engineer

  • Mapleton, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Mapleton, IL
  • 9 days ago

In addition to overseeing daily engineering support and mechanical integrity, the Plant Engineer drives continuous improvement initiatives and collaborates cross-functionally to maintain high operational...

Plant Engineer Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Introduction to Plant Phenotyping Technologies
Modern technologies have revolutionised plant phenotyping processes, allowing the recording of plant trait characterisation to take place over hours, rather than weeks or months. On this four-week...
Introduction to Image Analysis for Plant Phenotyping
This six-week course from the University of Nottingham will introduce you to the fundamentals of image analysis and its applications in plant phenotyping. Youll learn how to use imaging...
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Salary for Plant Engineer Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturingEngineers research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Plant Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Plant Engineers offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
55.4%
Master's Degree
31.4%
Associate's Degree
6.0%
High School or GED
2.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.6%
Doctorate Degree
1.6%
Some College
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Plant Engineers
2-4 years
42.5%
8-10 years
16.8%
4-6 years
15.3%
1-2 years
8.9%
Less than 1 year
6.1%
6-8 years
5.8%
10+ years
4.6%



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