2nd Class Engineer - Shift Supervisor - Sign-On Bonus Available

Who we are

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

Our Vision

Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

Our Business

Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

Our Value

Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world’s largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.

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About the role

We are seeking a Shift Engineer with a Massachusetts Second Class Engineer License to oversee the safe, reliable, and environmentally compliant operation of a high-performance steam plant within a Thermomechanical Treatment and power generation facility. This position plays a critical role in monitoring boilers, turbines, auxiliary systems, and plant operations while supporting safe and efficient energy production. Ideal candidates may come from power generation, waste-to-energy, utility operations, steam plants, marine engineering, industrial manufacturing, or other heavy industrial environments where safety, reliability, and operational excellence are essential.

At Reworld, technical professionals can build long-term careers in an industry that combines sustainability, renewable energy generation, and critical infrastructure. Employees work alongside experienced operations, maintenance, engineering, and plant leadership teams while gaining exposure to power generation, steam plant operations, industrial maintenance, environmental compliance, reliability initiatives, and leadership development. This position offers a clear career path into roles such as Operations Manager, Facilities Manager, Maintenance Manager, Mechanical Supervisor, Plant Superintendent, and other plant leadership positions. Reworld is committed to employee development, operational excellence, safety leadership, and continuous improvement.

The Shift Engineer oversees the safe, efficient operation of the steam plant during assigned shifts, supporting plant reliability, environmental compliance, equipment performance, and workforce development. Candidates with experience operating high-pressure boilers, steam turbines, electric generating equipment, cogeneration facilities, utility plants, Thermomechanical Treatment facilities, industrial steam plants, marine propulsion systems, or similar industrial processes are encouraged to apply. This position offers hands-on operational leadership experience and exposure to critical plant systems. We will offer a sign-on bonus of up to $20,000 for qualified candidates.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor the fuel processing system and operate boilers, turbines, and other steam plant equipment throughout the shift.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, environmental permits, and operational procedures.
• Approve equipment removal for maintenance, issue safety permits, and oversee clearance processes.
• Lead and train shift personnel to maintain a skilled, flexible, and safety-conscious workforce.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and coordinate maintenance activities.
• Respond to emergencies and direct necessary actions to maintain safe operations.
• Maintain active state and site-required licenses and certifications.
• Participate in projects to improve plant performance and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Massachusetts Second Class Engineer License.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory or engineering experience in heavy industrial, power generation, or resource recovery settings.
• Hands-on experience with high-pressure boilers, steam turbines, and electric generating equipment.
• Familiarity with instrumentation and control systems in steam plants.
• Ability to work rotating shifts and meet physical demands, including climbing, lifting (up to 50 lbs), and working at heights or in confined spaces.
• Ability to wear full-face respirators and work in varied weather conditions.
• High school diploma or GED required; bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field preferred.

All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

Pay Transparency

Reworld is committed to paying its staff equitably, and we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages. The range below reflects Reworld’s reasonable estimate of base pay for this role based on primary posting location. It is expected that most qualified candidates in this location will fall within the posting range. The final salary offered for this role will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to: experience, education, geographic location, skills and competencies, travel requirements and/or union contracts (if applicable). Pay ranges are reviewed from time to time and may be modified in the future.

Reworld™ provides an industry-leading benefits package that supports the whole person-and their families-through a balanced approach to mental, physical, and financial wellbeing. Regular full-time employees based in the USA have access to comprehensive medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision coverage, FSA, HSA, short- and long-term disability benefits. Our 401(k) plan is industry-leading, with an up to 7% company match. Additional benefits include Company-paid life and AD&D insurance, EAP, paid parental leave, and educational assistance. For more information regarding these offerings, please visit the Reworld Careers Benefits Page. Reworld™ reserves the right to amend, suspend or terminate any benefit plan, in whole or in part, at any time.

Our DEI Commitment

Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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