Engineering Manager

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US PA Jefferson Hillstime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R6786
** Position Summary
** The Engineering Manager is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing all engineering and capital project activities at the Synthomer Jefferson Hills chemical manufacturing facility. This position leads a multidisciplinary team of engineers and project managers to ensure safe, reliable, and cost‑effective operation of the plant while executing a portfolio of capital and improvement projects aligned with site and business objectives.

The Engineering Manager is a critical partner to Operations, Maintenance, SHE, Supply Chain, and Corporate Engineering.
** Key Responsibilities
**** Leadership & Team Development
*** Lead, mentor, and develop a team of engineers and project managers, ensuring strong technical capability, engagement, and performance.
* Establish clear goals and development plans; provide coaching, feedback, and succession planning.
* Foster a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
** Capital Project Portfolio Management
*** Oversee the planning, prioritization, budgeting, and execution of the site’s capital project portfolio.
* Ensure projects follow Synthomer’s project management processes, engineering standards, and stage‑gate requirements.
* Allocate engineering and project management resources according to site priorities and project risks.
* Monitor project performance (cost, schedule, scope) and implement corrective actions as needed.
* Coordinate with Corporate Engineering, Procurement, and Finance to align on strategic investments and reporting requirements.
** Engineering Governance & Technical Oversight
*** Provide technical guidance and approvals for engineering work, design reviews, MOCs, and plant modifications.
* Ensure compliance with PSM requirements, including Process Hazard Analyses (PHA), Pre‑Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR), and mechanical integrity standards.
* Drive reliability improvement initiatives, asset lifecycle management, and engineering best practices.
* Maintain site engineering standards and ensure alignment with Synthomer global standards.
** Operational Support & Facility Improvement
*** Support operations and maintenance with troubleshooting, root cause investigations, and reliability improvements.
* Lead or sponsor continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, process efficiency, quality, and cost.
* Participate in site leadership activities, including risk assessments, audits, and site‑wide planning.
** Budgeting & Resource Management
*** Develop and manage engineering department budgets (labor, contracts, and engineering services).
* Steward capital budgets in collaboration with Finance and site leadership.
* Manage third‑party engineering, construction, and specialty service providers.
** Qualifications
* *** Required
* ** Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or related discipline).
* 8+ years of experience in chemical manufacturing, refining, or related process industries.
* 3+ years of leadership experience (formal or informal), preferably in engineering or project management.
* Demonstrated experience managing capital projects (small and large).
* Strong knowledge of PSM, industrial safety practices, and chemical plant engineering.
* Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
** Preferred
* ** Professional Engineer (PE) license or PMP certification.
* Experience in polymer, latex, resins, or specialty chemical production.
* Familiarity with stage‑gate project systems and reliability methodologies (RCM, FMEA, RCA).
* Experience with SAP, Aspen, AutoCAD, or similar engineering tools.
** Key Competencies
*** Safety Leadership
* Strategic Thinking & Prioritization
* Cross‑Functional Collaboration
* Technical Depth in Process/Mechanical/Chemical Engineering
* Project Management Expertise
* Coaching & Talent Development
* Data-Driven Decision Making
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