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National Gypsum Company · 1 week ago

Combustion/Energy Conservation Engineer

Charlotte, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$94K/yr - $117K/yr

2+ years exp

National Gypsum Company, headquartered in Charlotte, NC, is a leading provider of high-performance building products. They are seeking a Combustion/Energy Conservation Engineer to ensure the proper installation and maintenance of plant combustion and drying operations, focusing on energy efficiency and cost-effective solutions.

Food and BeverageManufacturing

H1B Sponsor Likely

Hiring Manager

Tom Gill

Responsibilities

Lead the Company’s energy efficiency and conservation efforts. Evaluate current plant thermal and electrical systems. Recommend quality and cost improvement opportunities based on findings

Evaluate production problems related to plant thermal systems and recommend changes to the Plant Manager. Assist plant personnel in implementing changes and training plant personnel as needed to sustain improvements

Develop and implement strategies for data collection and process control technology upgrades

Evaluate plant equipment needs and recommend Engineering equipment to be purchased

Plan and direct activities of outside contractors ensuring timely completion of capital projects related to thermal and electrical systems

Design new equipment or modify existing equipment to improve plant operations

Coordinate with Division Engineering on all projects that require engineering assistance

Assist in preparation of capital budgets by recommending specific projects, preparing appropriation requests, and obtaining competitive prices and/or bids

Analyze new equipment for possible application to manufacturing process

Coordinate initiatives with the Energy Department to optimize benefits/savings

The position will be in Charlotte NC, with travel expected to be up to 50% of the time

Qualification

ThermodynamicsFluid MechanicsHeat TransferMass TransferPLC ProgrammingAutoCADIndustrial ElectricityTraining SkillsProblem-SolvingCommunication SkillsLeadership Skills

Required

Engineering degree preferred with appropriate work experience (will consider other qualified training and experience)

A minimum two-year manufacturing experience. Gypsum industry preferred

Knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer and mass transfer

Knowledge of balancing heat and air flows in board dryers

PLC programming and AutoCAD knowledge a plus

Working knowledge of industrial electricity (power distribution, motor controls, etc.)

Good problem-solving skills

Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of management, possess leadership and training skills, and have a high level of energy to assist in a start-up operation

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) with employer match

Retirement Account

Parental Leave

Fertility Services

Adoption Assistance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Flexible spending accounts

Wellness Program with medical premium incentives

And more…

Company

National Gypsum Company

National Gypsum Company is an company which produces drywall gypsum boards

Founded in 1925

Charlotte, North Carolina, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.nationalgypsum.com

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