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Reynolds American Sr Engineer in Winston Salem, North Carolina
Sr Engineer
Reynolds American is evolving at a pace like no other organization.
To achieve the ambition we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be the change!
WE ARE LOOKING FOR A SR ENGINEER
SENIORITY LEVEL: Junior Level
FUNCTION: Operations
LOCATION: Winston-Salem, NC
ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES
Reports to: Sr Manager Facilities
Number of Direct Reports: N/A
Core Relationships Internal – Facilities Management Team, Utilities Managers, Finance, and Procurement
External – FDA, 3 rd party contractors.
Geographic Scope: Local
Travel Required: Up to 10%
WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR
Work both in a team environment and independently to identify facility and process issues, determine possible solutions, evaluate costs and benefits of the credible alternatives, choose the appropriate resolution, and implement while working in an operating manufacturing environment.
Act as a technical resource supporting project teams and maintenance organizations within the Corporation providing leadership and direction relative to mechanical or electrical concerns.
Work with outside contractors and vendors to estimate, schedule and implement projects.
Develop RFPs, specifications and bid packages, determine list of qualified contractors, evaluate bids and oversee execution of the resulting contracts.
Participate in facility maintenance operations to insure protection of company assets. Proactively evaluate mechanical or electrical systems to judge remaining useful life and determine appropriate schedules and budgets for replacement to insure integrity of building conditions and power supply. Lead design of new systems as required.
Responsible for technical assignments that further develop engineering skills usually under supervision of a more senior technical staff.
Independently evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria using experience and judgment in making adaptations and modifications.
Lead assignments that have clear and specified goals.
CAN THIS BE YOUR FUTURE ROLE?
Do you make decisions on problems and methods, and are able to represent the organization to resolve important technical issues and opportunities creating a technical services team with the same characteristics?
Do you have previous Project Management experience?
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Strong background in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
ExperienceLeading or coordinating the work of others including contractors, vendors and consultants.
Project management skills with the ability to lead or support the execution of projects.
Demonstrated ability to lead a cross functional team.
Demonstrated ability to work efficiently, be pro-active, and communicate effectively with team members and management.
Demonstrated ability to perform with urgency.
Ability to Independently evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria using experience and judgment in making adaptations and modifications.
Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with +2 years of progressive experience or; Associate Degree in Engineering in related field with 7+ years progressive experience.
BENEFICIAL
Engineering experience within a regulated environment
Proficiency in Computer Aided Design (CAD) applications.
Equipment and/or process design and development
HVAC/Electrical design and/or retrofit.
WE ARE REYNOLDS AMERICAN—A member of the BRITISH AMERICAN TOBACCO GROUP
At Reynolds American, we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at REYNOLDS AMERICAN.
Global Top Employer with 53,000 British American Tobacco employees across more than 180 markets
Great Place to Work Certified
Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries
Newly established Tech Hubs building world-class capabilities for innovation in four strategic locations
Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women’s Day Best Practice winner
Seal Award winner – one of 50 most sustainable companies
BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER
Have you been on a career break for 18 months or longer? Are you ready to return to your career? If your answers to these questions is yes, we would love to hear from you. Regardless of why you took a break, we value you for all the skills you can bring to the workforce. Reignite your career, work flexibly, be part of a dynamic team and upskill yourself with on-the-job training and development support.
Collaboration, diversity and teamwork underpin everything we do here at Reynolds American.We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. Come bring your difference!
BENEFITS OVERVIEW
Benefit Information
The following is a general summary of the competitive compensation and benefit plans we offer:
401(k) plan that offers opportunity to save on pre- and post-tax basis up to 50 percent of eligible compensation.
Company matches 100 percent of employee pre-tax/Roth (401k) contributions up to six percent
Company contributes an additional three percent to 401(k) whether employee participates or not
Comprehensive health- and welfare-benefits package (including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs)
Health Savings Account start-up contribution for employees who elect the high deductible health plan
Flexible spending accounts for both Health Care and Dependent Care allowing employee to use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified expenses during the calendar year
Employee assistance program offering 8 free counselling sessions, per issue, each calendar year for employees and their dependents
Company paid life insurance of 1x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum)
Company paid accidental death or dismemberment insurance of 2x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum)
Voluntary insurances offered at group rates: employee and dependent life insurance, AD&D insurance, critical illness, accident coverage, disability buy-up, and auto & home insurance
Tuition reimbursement and student loan support
Dependent Scholarship Programs
Free confidential personal financial counselling service
On-site health centers and 24/7 fitness centers at certain company locations
A charitable giving matching grants program that enables employees to direct and double their donations to qualifying charitable organizations of their choice
Health-care concierge service
Volunteer service opportunities
Extensive training opportunities
Company vehicle for eligible employees
Mobile phone allowance for eligible employees
Paid Leave:
Sick and Personal Time (exempt employees may be excused with pay for brief absences; non-exempt employees receive up to 6 days)
Vacation (levels Below Senior Director receive 15 days (pro-rated during first year of service); Senior Director and Officers receive 25 days (pro-rated during first year of service)).
Holidays (Nine company recognized and two annual personal holidays to be used at the employee’s discretion)
Paid Parental Leave + temporary reduced work schedule opportunity
Funeral Leave
Short-Term Disability Leave
Long-Term Disability Leave
Jury Duty Leave
Military Leave
Released Time for Children’s Education
Community Outreach Leave
Other paid leave benefits, as required by state or local law
Our organization offers a level of challenge, responsibility, and creativity for motivated employees who want to grow their careers. We are also committed to employing a diverse workforce and valuing different perspectives, experiences, and talents to improve the company's potential for optimally achieving its business objectives!
Reynolds American Inc.and its affiliated companies is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Only applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact us directly via email at TalentAcquisition@RJRT.com.