FuelCell Energy Inc

Plant Engineering Manager

FuelCell Energy Inc • $120K — $132K *
Torrington, CT 06790In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years in Plant/Facility/Equipment Management in a 24/7 manufacturing setting preferred
  • 15+ years manufacturing experience with an Associate's Degree considered
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering preferred
  • 4+ years hands-on experience in manufacturing environments
  • Strong customer service and effective communication skills required

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage a multi-plant Facilities Group
  • Research and coordinate external contractors and engineering consultants
  • Collaborate with plant management to enhance equipment reliability and safety
  • Participate in cross-functional teams for corporate goals
  • Analyze plant operations to reduce downtime and improve performance
  • Champion preventive and predictive maintenance initiatives
  • Manage departmental budgets effectively

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan with employer contribution
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Generous paid leave policy
Full Job Description
Position Overview

We are currently looking for a Plant Engineering Manager to join our fast-paced facilities team. This position will report directly to the Vice President, Chief of Saff - Operations and will play a key role in our daily operational readiness as well as our continued operational efficiency and capacity evolution.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Responsible and accountable for leading and managing all aspects of a multi-plant Facilities Group.
  • Researches, negotiates, schedules, and coordinates work performed by outside contractors, vendors, and engineering consultants.
  • Collaborates with plant management and staff to effectively utilize equipment to improve employee safety, production quality, equipment reliability, and overall equipment effectiveness.
  • Participates in cross-functional teams to achieve corporate and departmental Objectives and Key Results
  • Reviews the operation of plant equipment and systems to minimize unplanned downtime, anticipate and solve problems in a timely manner, and identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Works with management to achieve corporate Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) commitments and requirements.
  • Champions preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
  • Initiates technical strategies to meet changing business needs and demonstrates leadership in implementing and maintaining preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
  • Prepares and administers the department budget within established guidelines for maintenance and repair of building, grounds, equipment, and utility infrastructure.
  • Leads or supports capital project execution, including equipment purchases, contracted labor, and in-house construction/fabrication projects.
  • Manages on- and off-hour emergency response, including but not limited to power outages, equipment repair, damage control, and assignment of support personnel as needed.
  • Maintains a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) and physical inventory of spare parts in an orderly manner.
  • Prepares reports, analyzes data, and makes recommendations for improving plant operations and solving maintenance-related problems.
  • Ensures that maintenance technicians are adequately trained, equipped, and motivated so the maintenance program can be accomplished in a safe, timely, and cost-effective manner.
  • Actively participates in root cause analysis and problem resolution.
  • Responsible for departmental compliance with all aspects of corporate Environmental, Health and Safety programs.
  • Establishes clear direction and continuous improvement expectations for the team.
  • Performs other duties as required.


Qualifications

Education & Experience
  • Minimum of ten (10) years of direct experience in Plant/Facility/Equipment Management in a fast-paced, 24/7 manufacturing environment of at least 50,000 square feet. Strong preference for experience with automated/semi-automated equipment along with a tolerance for manual processes.
  • Alternatively, fifteen (15) years of manufacturing industry experience combined with an Associate's Degree will be strongly considered.
  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering desired.
  • Minimum of 4 years of hands-on applicable experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with a high degree of customer service; must communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Preferred Certifications (not required)
  • Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) or Certified Manufacturing Engineer (CMfgE)
  • Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt
  • OSHA 30-Hour General Industry


Candidate Must Be Knowledgeable and Experienced In
  • Skilled trades knowledge across carpentry, plumbing, and electrical systems, including basic PLC (programmable logic controller) troubleshooting.
  • Troubleshooting and repairing industrial equipment, including multi-axis machines, furnaces, conveyors, presses, lifts, shears, and brakes.
  • Reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
  • Machine shop tools and equipment, including pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
  • Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  • Experience with a cloud-based CMMS platform for preventive and predictive maintenance preferred.


Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
  • Must be able to physically work throughout the 170,000-square-foot Torrington manufacturing facility, including the production floor, mechanical rooms, and outdoor grounds, in normal seasonal Connecticut temperatures and conditions.
  • Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 lbs., and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 lbs.
  • Must be able to distinguish colors.
  • Ability to work at elevated heights and operate or ride in forklifts and man-lifts as needed.
  • Must be able to work in confined spaces as required.
  • Willing and able to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, safety shoes, hard hats, and other PPE as designated.
  • Must be able to effectively read, write, and speak English to ensure team communication and to follow written procedures.
  • Must have, or be able to obtain, a valid driver's license and be willing to travel locally for company business.
  • Infrequent travel to, or support of, the Danbury, CT location as needed.


We offer a competitive compensation package as well as comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life/disability insurance, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase plan, and generous paid leave.

About FuelCell Energy Inc

FuelCell Energy, Inc. designs, manufactures, sells, installs, operates, and services stationary fuel cell power plants for distributed power generation. The company offers SureSource product line based on carbonate fuel cell technology in various configurations, including on-site power, utility grid support, distributed hydrogen, and micro-grid, as well as multi-megawatt applications; and SureSource Recovery power plants for natural gas pipeline applications. It also provides SureSource Capture system that separates carbon dioxide from the flue gases of natural gas, biomass, or coal-fired power plants, as well as industrial facilities; and SOFC/SOEC and Energy Storage, a solution for energy storage using solid oxide technology. The company's SureSource power plants generate electricity and usable heat, and provide hydrogen and/or drinking water. It serves various markets, such as utilities and independent power producers, industrial and process applications, education and health care, data centers and communication, wastewater treatment, government, and commercial and hospitality. The company primarily operates in the United States, South Korea, England, Germany, Canada, and Spain. FuelCell Energy, Inc. was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Danbury, Connecticut.
Learn more about FuelCell Energy Inc
Size
382 employees
Market Cap
$1 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
-$89.1 million
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
+6.4%
Revenue
$70.8 million
NASDAQ
FCEL
* Ladders Estimates

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