Engineer Plant Services Group at Advanced Drainage Systems – Wooster, Ohio

Advanced Drainage Systems

EEO Statement:

Advanced Drainage Systems is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Engineer Plant Services Group

US-OH-Wooster

Job ID: 2026-20649
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Plant Services
Advanced Drainage Systems

Overview

Advanced Drainage Systems is a leading manufacturer of stormwater and onsite septic wastewater solutions, committed to sustainability and innovation. With a vast manufacturing and distribution network, we deliver high-quality products across multiple industries while recycling over half a billion pounds of plastic annually. At ADS, we foster a culture where diverse perspectives drive better ideas, ensuring every employee feels valued, heard, and empowered to make an impact.

Responsibilities

We are looking for a Plant Service Engineer to join our team! In this role, you will be responsible for implementing various manufacturing platforms used for production in both domestic and international locations. You will act as the project manager for some projects and participate in the implementation on the plant floor in many others. If you are passionate about engineering and manufacturing, we would love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and understand AutoCAD/Solidworks drawings and functions while maintaining mechanical and electrical drawing files
• Lead lean Root Cause Analysis (RCA) efforts (A3, 5 Why, Fishbone diagrams) to improve process and equipment reliability
• Develop plant layouts with Project Engineering support
• Provide multi-plant assistance and regional support
• Routinely provide hands-on equipment and process troubleshooting and training
• Provide leadership support for equipment installations
• Install new production lines
• Support Engineering on R&D of new equipment and processes
• Project management
• Travel > 75%. Valid driver's license and passport required
• The main duties of this engineer will include installing, troubleshooting, and upgrading chillers, cooling towers, and pump dec

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering preferred; 2-yr Associates Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Plastics acceptable with experience
• At least five years in a manufacturing environment

Skills & Competencies

• Experience with plastic extrusion or injection molding
• Familiarity with Lean processes and Continuous Improvement tools
• Strong project management skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting aptitude
• Proficient in AutoCAD
• Ability to work autonomously and with minimal supervision
• Ability to work within a team environment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Work safely in and around plant equipment
• Work within plant climate conditions
• Ability to perform physical labor for extended periods in temperature extremes
• Position requires a full range of body motion, including twisting, bending, reaching, squatting, and the ability to mount/dismount industrial equipment and vehicles
• Ability to stand and be mobile for a minimum of 8 continuous hours

Leadership Competencies
EEO Statement

ADS supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. ADS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

EEO StatementADS supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. ADS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.