Southwire Company · 11 hours ago
Lead Sustainability Engineer
Carrollton, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
10+ years expSouthwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers, known for its commitment to innovation and sustainability. The Lead Sustainability Engineer will provide engineering expertise to support the company's operational sustainability strategy, collaborating with various stakeholders to optimize sustainable designs and enhance customer value.
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Responsibilities
Technical project and design reviews of heavy industrial manufacturing infrastructure systems including but not limited to boiler/steam/hot water systems, chilled water systems, potable water systems, compressed air systems, and HVAC to optimize and provide the most efficient, reliable and value to our customers (sites)
As a key member of the sustainability team, provide experience (including training) in executing all appropriate engineering assessments including LCC (life cycle costs), sustainability metrics and BVOA (best value options analysis) for all relevant capital projects
Responsible for identifying ideas and opportunities that will drive cost effective sustainable designs and customer value from the concept phase of the CAPEX project
Partner with Site leaders with the creation and revision of equipment standards and specifications, RFPs, and overall system selection criteria
Provide Engineering expertise surrounding brown and greenfield site expansions with the deployment of Southwire sustainability design (LEED or equivalent) guidelines
Collaboration and Communication with key stakeholders to deliver value to our customers (CSCs and manufacturing sites). Connect and build strength with other functions – being a key partner to corporate engineering, operations, and EHS
Responsible for creating capital projects from concept (project charter) to execution, including the associated financial acumen and managing bid documents/processes
Responsible for creating utility roadmaps and site masterplans for all plant locations
Will partner with various stakeholders to lead vertical start-ups and related processes
EHS - Promote health and safety in all aspects of the work. Include environmental considerations in the decision-making process
Qualification
Required
Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's
Specialized Degree: Mechanical, Chemical Engineering or Related
Certificates: Driver's License
Years of Experience: 10+
Field of Expertise: Industrial/Manufacturing, Utilities Design Experience
Preferred
Minimum Education Level: Master's
Specialized Degree: Mechanical, Chemical Engineering or Related
Certificates: Professional Engineer
Years of Experience: 15+
Preferred Field of Expertise: Industrial/Manufacturing Plant Experience
Utilities Design and optimization including HVAC systems, chilled water systems, steam systems, compressed air systems, monitoring and control systems, pumping, wastewater treatment, & water treatment
Knowledge in green building design, EMS/BMS, energy audit/management, ASHRAE codes, retro commissioning, power systems and water stewardship is a plus
LEED certification experience is a plus
Benefits
401k with Matching
Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
Long & Short-Term Disability
Supplemental Insurance Plans
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Referral Program
Tuition Reimbursement Programs
Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
Parental Leave
& More
Company
Southwire Company
Southwire is one of the world’s leading developers, manufacturers and suppliers of building wire and utility cable, as well as the tools
5001-10000 employees
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Chief Operating Officer
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Executive Advisor
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