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Actalent

Distribution Engineer

Jackson, MI · On-site +1

Collaborate with internal project teams and external utility clients to clarify requirements ... Participate in a mix of field inspections and office or remote design work, ensuring that project ...

Actalent

Distribution Engineer

Jackson, MI · On-site +1

Collaborate with internal project teams and external utility clients to clarify requirements ... Participate in a mix of field inspections and office or remote design work, ensuring that project ...

WSP

Intermediate Substation Design Engineer

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site +1

$97K - $124K/yr

This position offers an onsite, hybrid, or remote work arrangement, depending on candidate location ... utility substations, including both physical (structural/electrical layout) and protection ...

Tetra Tech

Civil Engineer III

Detroit, MI · On-site +1

This opportunity is remote and/or hybrid-friendly that can be performed from a wide range of ... Lead and support civil design including site layout, utility designs, grading, drainage, and ...

Kingscott

Civil Engineer

Portage, MI · On-site +1

This remote position requires the individual to live in the state of Michigan with the ability to ... utility layouts. * Prepare and review detailed engineering plans, specifications, and reports.

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How do remote utility engineers typically collaborate with on-site teams to ensure project success?

Remote Utility Engineers work closely with on-site teams through a variety of digital communication tools, such as video conferencing, project management platforms, and shared digital drawings or models. They frequently participate in virtual meetings to review project progress, resolve technical issues, and coordinate design adjustments. Regular communication and clear documentation are key to overcoming challenges posed by physical distance, ensuring that all stakeholders remain aligned and projects stay on track.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote utility engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Utility Engineer, you need a strong background in utility engineering principles, project management, and a relevant engineering degree or certification such as a Professional Engineer (PE) license. Familiarity with CAD software, GIS systems, SCADA, and remote monitoring tools is typically required. Strong communication, problem-solving, and self-motivation are important soft skills, especially when collaborating with distributed teams and clients. These competencies are essential for ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and safe operation of utility infrastructure from a remote setting.

What is a remote utility engineer?

Remote Utility Engineers are professionals who design, monitor, and manage utility systems such as electricity, water, gas, or telecommunications from a remote location. They use digital tools and software to oversee infrastructure, troubleshoot issues, and optimize performance without being physically present on-site. This role often requires strong technical skills, familiarity with utility systems, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with onsite teams. Remote Utility Engineers are essential for maintaining reliable utility services, especially in geographically dispersed or hard-to-access areas.
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Sr. Facilities Engineer - Process Utilities & Capital Strategy

Dart Container

Mason, MI • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago

Dart Container rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 88 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

35th of 119 rated packaging manufacturers

Job description

Most facilities engineering roles focus on maintaining systems. This role is about shaping the future of them.

We are seeking a Senior Facilities Engineer with broad industrial infrastructure experience to lead the reliability, expansion, and long-term strategy of critical process utility and facility systems supporting manufacturing operations.

This is an ideal opportunity for an engineer who has built a diverse technical foundation!

You will operate at the intersection of engineering, capital planning, operational excellence, and business strategy, serving as a trusted technical leader across utility infrastructure and facility systems.
 

What You'll Do... 

  • Lead Facility and Process Utility System Performance
  • Provide technical ownership and long-term stewardship of critical process utility infrastructure, including systems such as compressed air, process water, vacuum, wastewater, and supporting facility utilities.
  • Drive reliability, capacity, and lifecycle performance
  • Eliminate recurring failures through root cause analysis
  • Develop long-range asset and obsolescence strategies
  • Ensure systems are engineered to support business growth
  • Develop and influence the 5-10-year roadmap for process utility systems and site infrastructure
  • Prioritize investments based on risk, reliability, and business value
  • Identify technologies and improvements that enhance operational efficiency
  • Balance technical and financial considerations in major decisions
  • Manage execution across design, procurement, construction, and startup
  • Deliver projects that increase capacity, reduce risk, and improve operational performance
  • Build a Reliability-Driven Culture
  • Partner with operations and maintenance teams to move from reactive maintenance to engineered reliability
  • Implement predictive and preventive maintenance strategies
  • Use data and performance metrics to drive decisions
  • Improve uptime, asset life, and total cost of ownership
  • Shape Future Infrastructure Strategy

You shift the culture from reactive response to engineered reliability

Measures of Success

  • Improved process utility reliability and system availability
  • Reduction in recurring failures and unplanned downtime
  • Successful delivery of capital projects meeting cost, schedule, and ROI objectives
  • Increased asset performance, capacity, and lifecycle value
  • Stronger engineering and reliability practices across the organization

What You'll Bring...

  • Requires one of the following: 

    • Bachelor's degree and six (6) years of professional design or construction management experience

    • Associate's degree and twelve (12) years of professional design or construction management experience 

  • Experience leading capital projects and infrastructure upgrades
  • Strong knowledge of process utility systems and reliability engineering
  • Proven ability to translate technical challenges into measurable business outcomes
  • Confident ability to communicate complex technical concepts to executive leadership through concise, business-focused recommendations and presentations.
  • Bachelor's degree, preferred
  • Experience with managing building/property protection and loss prevention through third party insurers, preferred 
Role Structure & Travel...
  • Preferred Location: Mason, MI
    • Remote role (U.S. based) - This position is available as a remote role in one of our approved locations*
  • Travel: Up to 50% (domestic & international)
    • Regular on-site engagement at our production locations

*Dart is unable to employ those who currently live in and expect to work out of any of the following U.S. states: Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Montana, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, Virginia, West Virginia and Wisconsin, however relocation assistance to the Mason, MI, area may be considered in lieu of full-time remote work. This list is subject to change at Dart's discretion. 

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Overview: Dart makes everyday products that give people the freedom to enjoy the food & drinks they love, wherever they are. From to-go containers and dinnerware to tamper-evident food packaging and even the red SOLO cup, Dart products have been keeping people on the go and having fun for 65 years.  We're a family-owned, family-focused company of 12,000 employees united by a shared set of values and dedicated to providing exceptional customer service. Headquartered in Mason, MI, with 30 locations in three countries, we're proud of our ability to innovate, manufacture and lead the way with each new generation of quality products.

Benefits: Dart Container full-time employees enjoy great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching contributions, paid vacation, paid holidays, short-term disability, tuition assistance, product discounts and more.

Dart Container is a drug-free workplace.  Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer.

*THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law.
Dart Container is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

https://www.dartcontainer.com/eeoaa/

If you have a disability and need an accommodation to access this website or for the application process, you should call Dart at (800) 545-3278 Ext 3370 or email us at ADArequests@dart.biz. Relay calls can be made by dialing 711 or the relay number for your state.

If you experience difficulty applying online, you may call (800) 545-3278 Ext 3390 or email us at applicationassistance@dart.biz for assistance.

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