Staff Engineer – Utilities

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. Serve as the enterprise subject matter expert for utilities systems, including refrigeration (ammonia/CO₂), boilers/steam systems, cooling towers, chilled water, compressed air, and plant water systems .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $124,200 - $155,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in utilities systems engineering, particularly in refrigeration, boilers, and energy optimization, while providing technical leadership and establishing best practices for safe operations. Strong communication skills and the ability to influence strategic decisions in complex environments are essential.

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Utilities Systems EngineeringRefrigeration Systems ExpertiseEnergy Optimization ProgramsTechnical Standards DevelopmentSafety and Regulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

Utilities Systems DesignBoiler Systems KnowledgeEnergy ManagementCapacity PlanningTechnical Review FacilitationEmerging Utilities TechnologiesHeat Recovery SystemsOperational Excellence InitiativesDigital Tools for Utilities OptimizationAmmonia Refrigeration Safety

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsInfluencing SkillsLeadership

Industry Keywords

Industrial UtilitiesFood Industry StandardsDairy Industry StandardsEngineering Design ReviewsCapital Project Execution

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the enterprise subject matter expert for utilities systems, including refrigeration (ammonia/CO₂), boilers/steam systems, cooling towers, chilled water, compressed air, and plant water systems
Provide technical leadership for system design, integration, and optimization across utilities infrastructure
Lead technical reviews of major capital projects involving utilities systems
Serve as the final technical authority for utilities-related engineering decisions
Support strategic decisions regarding utilities system selection, capacity planning, redundancy, and resilience
Make high-quality technical decisions in ambiguous or high-risk situations
Participate in concept development, feasibility studies, and engineering design reviews
Support Operational Excellence initiatives by addressing complex reliability, capacity, and performance issues
Build and maintain enterprise utilities system design and operating standards
Establish best practices for safe operation of utilities systems including ammonia refrigeration safety and boiler integrity
Provide technical guidance on energy management and sustainability considerations including heat recovery and efficiency
Support development of energy-aware design principles across capital projects
Monitor and evaluate emerging utilities technologies
Travel requirement: 50%

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Chemical Engineering preferred)
10+ years of experience in utilities systems engineering or capital project execution
Demonstrated expertise in one or more utilities systems with working knowledge across others
Experience developing technical standards and specifications
Strong understanding of industrial utilities in food or dairy environments
Working knowledge of safety and regulatory requirements
Strong understanding of energy systems and efficiency drivers
Strong communication and influencing skills
Experience facilitating technical reviews
Experience supporting central utilities systems design
Experience with refrigeration and/or boiler systems
Experience implementing enterprise standards
Experience with energy optimization programs
Experience working with OEMs and engineering firms
Familiarity with digital tools for utilities optimization
Adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance
401(k) with 7% company contributions
3 weeks Paid Time Off
Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
Paid parental leave
Advancement Opportunities
Remote work Monday–Friday