Plant Engineer

Plant Engineer Location: Florence, NJ Employment Type: Full-Time About the Role DC Fabricators, Inc. is a long-standing supplier of engineered and fabricated equipment to the United States Navy, with over 55 years of service supporting mission-critical naval programs. Located in Florence, New Jersey along the Delaware River, DC Fabricators both engineers and manufactures its equipment on-site. We are seeking an experienced Plant Engineer to oversee the physical condition, safety, compliance, and operational effectiveness of the facility. This role is responsible for managing facilities personnel, coordinating capital and maintenance projects, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving efficient, safe facility operations in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment. What You'll Do Oversee the physical condition of buildings, utilities, equipment, and grounds Hire, supervise, and discipline hourly personnel assigned to facilities and maintenance Plan, coordinate, and manage facilities projects including construction, renovations, repairs, and new equipment installation Develop and execute projects to improve safety, efficiency, cost effectiveness, and space utilization Assist in development and execution of the annual Capital Expenditure (CapEx) plan Coordinate and manage emergency repairs Interface with OSHA, EPA, and state/local regulatory agencies as required Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, building codes, and other regulatory requirements, maintaining proper documentation Coordinate and oversee contractors performing facilities work Generate purchase requisitions for maintenance supplies, contractor services, and equipment Review contractor proposals, drawings, and specifications prior to award Develop project cost estimates, schedules, and track schedule performance Prepare technical reports and provide regular updates to senior management Obtain permits for construction and renovation projects Negotiate contracts with contractors and service providers Approve site layouts and floorplans Review utility bills for accuracy Track preventative and corrective maintenance activities in the ERP system (Epicor) Maintain facility asset lists and spare parts inventory Coordinate with the Facility Security Officer on security and surveillance matters Perform additional duties as assigned Must-Have Skills and Experience Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or equivalent work experience Minimum 5 years of heavy industrial manufacturing experience Strong working knowledge of mechanical, electrical (480V preferred), and HVAC systems Experience diagnosing CNC machine tool issues and managing CNC repairs Knowledge of plumbing, construction practices, environmental regulations, and industrial safety Experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint Strong written and verbal communication skills U.S. Citizenship required at time of hire Nice-to-Have Skills Experience with boiler operations Boiler Operator Black Seal license (required for role) Experience with DC controls, VFD applications, and older industrial equipment Background in vehicle maintenance, particularly forklifts Who You Are A collaborative leader who works effectively across departments Highly organized and detail-oriented Comfortable managing contractors, regulatory interactions, and multiple concurrent projects Safety-focused with a proactive approach to facility risk and compliance Able to balance strategic planning with hands-on problem solving Additional Details Salary: $85,000 – $100,000 per year Job Type: Full-time | On-site | Monday-Friday, Day Shift (8 hours), on-call and weekends as needed Benefits Include: 401(k) with matching Health, dental, and vision insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Tuition reimbursement Flexible spending account Employee assistance program Pay: $85,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Work Location: In person