PLANT Engineer

American Polymer Company (APC) is a leading provider and manufacturer of underground vaults and products supporting utility infrastructure. Our products serve many industries and applications including water utility, irrigation, telecommunications, electrical, gas and other industrial applications. Our unwavering commitment to service, performance and adding value have quickly made us a trusted partner in the industry.  We continue to innovate, manufacturing products in several methods such as traditional open pour precast, thermoplastic, thermoset, and other processes.

Position Overview

The Plant Engineer is responsible for developing and executing mechanical, electrical, and process-driven solutions to improve manufacturing performance, reliability, and efficiency. This role leads engineering initiatives that enhance safety, product quality, and operational processes across the facility.

The Plant Engineer will manage technical and operational projects involving a wide range of equipment, materials, and manufacturing methods, including thermoplastic molding, thermoset molding, and precast molding processes. This position plays a critical role in optimizing production systems and supporting the continuous growth of American Polymer Company’s molded product capabilities.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Lead capital projects from concept through design, implementation, and completion
• Provide technical guidance and support to the Maintenance Department, serving as a key resource for troubleshooting and system optimization
• Drive process improvement and process analysis initiatives across molding operations, including thermoplastic, thermoset, and precast production lines
• Initiate and manage plant-level projects related to equipment installation, removal, upgrades, and retrofits
• Deliver technical support in troubleshooting, PLC programming, HMI/operator interfaces, drive systems, and overall process control
• Serve as a subject matter expert for maintenance technicians and mechanics, supporting complex mechanical and electrical issues
• Execute new project deployments from concept through commissioning, ensuring minimal disruption to operations
• Lead and support safety initiatives, including 5S implementation, machine guarding, and equipment modifications
• Identify equipment reliability issues and lead corrective actions to improve uptime and performance
• Improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) through equipment design enhancements and process optimization
• Support continuous improvement efforts focused on efficiency, cost reduction, and product consistency
• Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership

Plant Engineer Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Electro-Mechanical preferred)
• 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in plastics, polymer processing, or related industries
• Experience working with thermoplastic molding, thermoset molding, and/or precast molding processes strongly preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong knowledge of machine design, industrial systems, and manufacturing equipment
• Working knowledge of mechanical codes, safety standards, and OSHA regulations
• Design and hands-on experience with systems such as process piping, pumps, hydraulics, pneumatics, natural gas systems, air conveyance, silos, tanks, extruders, conveyors, and related equipment
• Experience with automation systems, and process controls preferred
• Background in continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, or similar)
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Detail-oriented, results-driven, and capable of working effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams

About American Polymer Company:

In 2019, we leveraged our extensive industry experience in both polymers and traditional concrete manufacturing to launch American Polymer Company (APC), to serve with a mission to provide our customers the best grade-level enclosure products on the market. Our team’s cross-disciplinary background fosters an innovative approach to both design and manufacturing, resulting in some of the high-quality, most functional, and reliable products in our industry.

American Polymer Company is dedicated to excellence and continually optimizing our products and processes. We believe that we are only as good as our last production shift, and we never stop trying to improve the next one. You work in a challenging environment building reliable infrastructure with no margin for error. You need solutions that protect people and your assets.

Simply put, we strive to deliver unmatched service, the performance you know and expect, and exceptional value on every project, every time.