Plant Engineer

## Plant EngineerApply: USA, MA, West Wareham: Full time: Posted Today: JR14218Who we areFor more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.Our VisionReworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.Our BusinessReworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.Our ValueReworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world’s largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.All that we’re missing is you. Apply today!**About the role**The Plant Engineer plays a critical role in supporting power generation operations, optimizing plant performance, ensuring equipment reliability, and maintaining regulatory compliance in a complex industrial environment. This position monitors plant systems, supports engineering initiatives, and works closely with operations and maintenance teams to improve efficiency, reliability, and overall facility performance. The Plant Engineer serves as a key technical resource for plant operations, supporting both day-to-day troubleshooting and long-term improvement efforts. At Reworld, Plant Engineers can apply their technical expertise in an essential industry that converts waste into renewable energy while helping create more sustainable communities. Working in a Thermomechanical Treatment environment, this role provides exposure to boilers, turbines, combustion systems, process controls, capital projects, reliability programs, environmental compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives. The position offers significant opportunities for professional growth while directly contributing to plant performance, operational excellence, and environmental stewardship. The Plant Engineer collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to implement process improvements, support capital projects, enhance equipment reliability, maintain regulatory compliance, and promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement. This role monitors plant operations, analyzes performance data, supports maintenance and reliability programs, troubleshoots technical issues, and ensures compliance with environmental and operational standards. ## **Key Responsibilities** * Monitor daily performance of plant systems, including boilers and turbines.* Manage natural gas usage, ISO-NE power MW bidding, and beneficial reuse water coordination.* Verify operational data and ensure accurate entry into the Facility Detail Model.* Identify and implement opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs.* Support predictive and preventive maintenance programs.* Conduct root cause analysis and develop solutions to enhance equipment reliability.* Support Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), including troubleshooting and upgrades.* Lead or assist in capital projects related to plant improvements and repairs.* Ensure NERC regulatory compliance by adhering to operational and documentation standards.* Ensure compliance with technical standards, environmental regulations, and safety protocols.* Coordinate ash testing to ensure compliance with Toxicity Characteristic Leaching Procedure (TCLP) standards.* Assist in boiler reliability programs in collaboration with regional engineering and plant maintenance teams.* Troubleshoot complex technical issues and recommend or implement cost-effective solutions.* Prepare technical reports, analyze operational trends, and provide actionable recommendations.* Maintain and update engineering documentation, including Facility Change Notices and operating procedures.* Promote Lean methodologies and foster a culture of safety and continuous improvement.* Train and mentor plant staff on best practices for operations and maintenance. ## **Qualifications** * Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline, or equivalent qualifications such as a higher-level Stationary Engineering license.* MBA, Project Management Professional (PMP), or Professional Engineer (PE) licensure is highly desirable.* Minimum of five years of experience in an industrial plant environment, preferably within power generation or Thermomechanical Treatment operations.* Strong hands-on experience with equipment design, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and field commissioning.* Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including strong Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.* Experience with AutoCAD, Distributed Control Systems (DCS), and SCADA systems.* Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.* Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic industrial environment.All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.**Pay Transparency** Reworld is committed to paying its staff equitably, and we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages. The range below reflects Reworld’s reasonable estimate of base pay for this role based on primary posting location. It is expected that most qualified candidates in this location will fall within the posting range. The final salary offered for this role will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to: experience, education, geographic location, skills and competencies, travel requirements and/or union contracts (if applicable). Pay ranges are reviewed from time to time and may be modified in the future.The pay range for the primary location of this position is: $108,900.00 - $155,600.00 USD per annumReworldTM provides an industry-leading benefits package that supports the whole person—and their families—through a balanced approach to mental, physical, and financial wellbeing. Regular full-time employees based in the USA have access to comprehensive medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision coverage, FSA, HSA, short- and long-term disability benefits. Our 401(k) plan is industry-leading, with an up to 7% company match. Additional benefits include Company-paid life and AD&D insurance, EAP, paid parental leave, and educational assistance. For more information regarding these offerings, please visit the Reworld Careers Benefits Page. ReworldTM reserves the right to amend, suspend or terminate any benefit plan, in whole or in part, at any time.**Our DEI Commitment** Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.Know Your Rights (Click to view poster)If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site because of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by going to Reworldwaste.com and clicking on the ‘Contact Us’ button. 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