Mechanical Engineer

ASR Group is the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar, with an annual production capacity of more than 6 million tons of sugar. The company produces a full line of grocery, industrial, food service and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group owns and operates six sugar refineries, located in Louisiana, New York, California, Maryland, Canada and Mexico. In the European Union, the company owns and operates sugar refineries in England, Portugal.  ASR Group also owns and operates mills in Mexico and Belize.  The company’s brand portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle’s® and Sidul®.

OVERVIEW

The Mechanical Engineer will provide engineering support to the maintenance department to help improve equipment reliability, operating efficiency, safety and service quality to the refinery.

DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the maintenance team through execution of engineering activities as directed by the Engineering Manager
• Oversee the major maintenance program including budget, schedule and execution
• Recommend, plan, develop and execute capital projects to support maintenance, powerhouse, and plant initiatives
• Plan and direct the development, execution, and completion of maintenance activities including concept development, detailed engineering design, scheduling, procurement and construction
• Assist in trouble shooting problems, diagnosing and recommending repairs, develop repair scopes, create design and fabrication drawings
• Maintain and update equipment files and records. Set up and order spare parts
• Supervise maintenance employees and contractors during weekend maintenance shut downs and as otherwise needed in the completion of maintenance activities
• Help maintain performance standards for maintenance department and monitor efficiency, while maintaining reliability and safety standards
• Identify issues and implement improvement plans and initiatives to achieve department and plant goals
• Ensure compliance with all standards and requirements for safety, food safety and quality as they pertain to the maintenance department

SKILLS

• Demonstrated experience and skills with plant maintenance, food safety and GMP, problem solving and continuous improvement techniques
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office, SAP and AutoCAD

WORK EXPERIENCES

• 5 years of experience, including supervision, in maintenance and engineering in a manufacturing environment
• Experience required with the following equipment: belt conveyors, screw conveyors, bucket elevators and cranes, and process equipment: evaporators, condensers, heat exchangers, piping, pumps, motors, rotary dryers, kilns and vacuum pans
• Experience with the development and design of process and instrument diagrams
• Basic electrical, instrumentation and process control experience

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering from an accredited college and/or university OR a minimum of ten years of maintenance technician experience in an industrial setting or equivalent military training

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Analytical Thinking & Decision Making – Identifies and understands trends and/or issues; connects data points through analysis to arrive at a logical conclusion.
• Business & Financial Acumen – Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the financial, accounting, marketing and operational functions of our organization; interpreting and applying understanding of key financial indicators to make better corporate decisions.
• Effective Communication – Expresses ideas and information in a clear and concise manner by tailoring one's message to fit the interests and needs of the audience.
• Customer Orientation – Keeps internal and/or external customer(s) in mind at all times.  Strives to proactively address customer concerns and needs.  Assists business partners and customers to achieve their work goals via application of their own skills and knowledge; strives to provide consistent customer satisfaction.
• Establishes Trust – Gaining the confidence and faith of others by actions and words that promote being honest, forthcoming, integrious and vulnerable.
• Problem-Solving – Anticipates, evaluates, diagnoses, and resolves problems in a systematic and fact-based manner.
• Results Orientation & Accountability – Takes accountability, identifies, executes and drives actions to consistently achieve desired results.
• Teamwork & Collaboration – Creates a climate that fosters commitment to a common vision and shared values that promote cooperation and working together through trust and support of others.
• Adaptability/Flexibility – Maintaining effectiveness in varying environments and with different tasks, responsibilities and people.
• Continuous Improvement – Establishes methods and utilizes specialized techniques to monitor and improve performance of systems and processes.
• Self-Development – Seeks feedback on one’s strengths and weaknesses and initiates activities to increase or enhance their knowledge, skills, and proficiency in order to perform more effectively or enhance their career.

LOCATION OF ROLE

• Baltimore, MD

SALARY PAY RANGE: $63,500 - $105,500

• The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s qualifications and prior experience.  
• Benefits include healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs) available the first of the month following 30 days of employment, 401(k) with match, life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, vacation, holiday and sick time.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.  All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.