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Adecco US, Inc. Utilities Project Engineer in Smithfield, Virginia
Utilities Project Engineer
Manufacturing | On-site (Smithfield, NC)
Salary: $89,500 DOE
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Education reimbursement
Position Summary
The Utilities Engineer is responsible for supporting the design, optimization, and reliability of critical utility systems including industrial refrigeration, boilers, and compressed air. This role partners with facility teams to improve system performance, support capital projects, and ensure safe, compliant operations across multiple locations.
Key Responsibilities
• Support facility operations by collaborating with site teams and engineering groups
• Assist in the development of capital infrastructure plans and utility system improvements
• Contribute to the design, selection, and implementation of utility system equipment
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to refrigeration and other utility systems
• Analyze system performance and identify opportunities for optimization and efficiency
• Perform calculations related to system loads, capacities, and performance requirements
• Support budgeting, planning, and execution of utility-related projects
• Assist with compliance and process safety initiatives
• Research and evaluate new technologies to support continuous improvement
• Provide technical guidance to plant teams as needed
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience
• 2+ years of relevant engineering experience
• Foundational knowledge of industrial refrigeration systems
• Industrial refrigeration certification (e.g., CIRO or equivalent program)
• Strong analytical, math, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage tasks independently with minimal supervision
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Willingness to travel up to 50%
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with electrical systems, motors, and controls
• Exposure to wastewater systems or industrial utilities
• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across teams
If you meet the above qualifications and would like to apply for this position, please click APPLY NOW and upload your most current resume or you may email your resume to our recruiter, Heather Murphy at Heather.Murphy@adeccona.com. Please include "Utilities" on the subject line of any e-mail. Be sure to include your contact number.
Questions regarding this position can be addressed by email. Thank you in advance for applying, however, only qualified candidates will be contacted .
The Adecco Group is a Fortune Global 500 company and the global leader in Human Resource Solutions. Our group connects over 700,000 associates with our business clients each day through our 6,600 offices in over 70 countries and territories around the world. We offer employment opportunities at any stage in your Professional Career. For great opportunities near you, go to www.adeccousa.com today! Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit http://www.adeccousa.com/candidate-privacy/ . The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Pay Details: $85,000.00 to $89,500.00 per year
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
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