Orlando, Florida, United States

Engineer

 Job Description:

Our client, a global manufacturing leader, is seeking a skilled Engineer to support its Adhesives & Sealants (A&S) Division, providing project, process, and engineering support to facilities in Orlando, FL; Winchester, KY; and Hanover, PA. Reporting to the Senior Director of Engineering RPC North America, this role will be instrumental in driving operational excellence, leading capital projects, and supporting plant engineering and maintenance initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage major capital projects, overseeing budgets, timelines, vendor coordination, and performance to design objectives

Collaborate with Plant Managers, Engineers, Technicians, and other plant personnel to improve productivity, equipment reliability, and maintenance standards

Actively support maintenance excellence programs across multiple facilities

Evaluate and recommend new technologies, including conducting vendor visits and selection

Provide hands-on support for engineering and maintenance needs as required, including troubleshooting and continuous improvement efforts

Assist in identifying skill gaps among plant maintenance teams and participate in candidate evaluations

Maintain familiarity with company processes, machinery, and production systems

Travel to plant locations as needed (25% to 50%) and provide flexible support during extended hours or weekends when necessary

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Plastics concentration preferred)

Minimum 5 years of manufacturing experience in the plastics industry, ideally in injection molding and profile extrusion

Proven experience with injection mold processing and troubleshooting

Strong technical knowledge in hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical systems, automation, and PLCs

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, CAD, and project management tools

Previous project management experience, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment

This is a high-impact role for an engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and is eager to contribute to a world-class manufacturing operation.