Facilities Engineer - Coudersport

Overview Morgan Advanced Materials is seeking qualified applicants to fill the role of Facilities Engineer in our Coudersport facility. This role reports directly to the Facilities Manager and is a key member of our Maintenance Team. Morgan Advanced Materials is a world leader inadvanced materials science and engineering of ceramics, carbon and composites. We operate in a series of well-defined markets where our applications expertise offers our customers a valuable differentiator, engineering high-specification materials, components and sub-assembly parts that solve their challenging technical problems. The Performance Carbon business of Morgan Advanced Materials makes high-performance self-lubricating bearing and seal components, predominantly used in pumps, industrial and domestic, or other sealing applications. We use advanced carbon/graphite, silicon carbide, alumina and zirconia materials to engineer lightweight, low-friction bearings and seals. These materials help solve the problems associated with the use of lubricants in extreme temperatures, corrosive or hygienic environments where access is restricted, and are engineered into products which provide customer-specific solutions. Group Key Figures: Revenue £950m (2021), ~7,500 employees, manufacturing in 30+ countries, and customers in 100+ countries. A UK PLC with head office located in Windsor, Berkshire UK. Listed on London Stock Exchange; Member of the FTSE 250 Index. Responsibilities The Facilities Engineer uses sound engineering principles and data to identify and champion site projects that support continuous improvement and ESG objectives in the areas of safety, quality, productivity, and cost. Supporting the development and implementation of the sites capital investment plan and management of outside contractors, while working cross functionally with EHS, Manufacturing & Process Engineering teams. Essential Functions: Shares responsibility for the overall safety and environmental issues associated with the manufacturing processes and equipment at the site. Participate in all plant safety initiatives to achieve site goals. Identifies opportunities for continuous improvement via tracking of site metrics in the areas of safety, energy/water utilization, operational costs, maintenance costs, production equipment uptime, and improved monitoring. Performs research, design, and recommendations on current industry best practices around facility processes and equipment that includes lowering energy consumption, water reductions, and minimization of waste from site operations. Champions capital projects through the entire process including obtaining required quotes, preparing justification documentation, submission of the capital expenditure request, tracking of spending, and management of contractors. Works closely with the Facilities Manager on site projects and major equipment replacements. Support site 6S activities, participate in 6S events, and ensure they are aligned with company expectations. Assist the EHS Manager with tracking and monitoring of environmental metrics supporting the 2030 ESG Goals. Prepares and maintains detailed layouts of buildings and equipment. Manage and lead complex projects involving cross-functional teams based on a broad scope of facilities engineering. Participates in engineering design reviews with both process and manufacturing engineering. Evaluates, troubleshoots, and solves equipment and infrastructure issues throughout the site. Assists in training of maintenance and/or shop floor associates on facilities equipment as needed. Devise methods, design and build special devices or equipment as needed. Develop and maintain a comprehensive asset registry for the facility, including all critical equipment, utilities, and building systems. Create lifecycle models for key assets to support budgeting, forecasting, and long‑term capital planning. (Currently developing lifecycle models for the top 20 assets as part of the corporate directive, in partnership with the Facilities Manager and CMMS Coordinator.) Issue and register equipment tags for all new equipment for CDY and STM to ensure accurate tracking within the CMMS. Develop scopes of work, budgets, and timelines for capital projects tied to asset lifecycle and replacement planning. Support audits and inspections by providing complete asset records, maintenance documentation, and inspection history. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor degree in engineering field with minimum 5 years of industrial experience is required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Trained in the use of Pro-Engineer/Creo, AUTOCAD, or other modeling design software is desired. Knowledge of Kaizen and Lean/Six-Sigma Manufacturing techniques is desired. Experience writing capital requests and managing larger projects is desired. Ability to coordinate effectively across departments. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks based on organizational needs. Strategic mindset with strong attention to detail, particularly regarding asset lifecycle planning and data accuracy. Additional Requirements Safety orientated. An OHSA 30 Hour Certification for General Industry. Basic knowledge of the NEC, Building, and Fire Codes. Additional training in ergonomics and machine guarding. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Experience working with high performance teams. Problem analysis and problem resolution skills. Must be able to clearly present ideas and reports in written and verbal format. Must be able to work well with subordinates, peers, and superiors in all departments of the Company. Must be able to work well with external contacts of the Company. #J-18808-Ljbffr Morgan Advanced Materials