Engineering Manager

Job Description

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Safety & Compliance
• Ensure engineering activities comply with safety regulations, environmental requirements, and company policies.
• Champion process safety initiatives and participate in audits, HAZOPs, and incident investigations.
• Develop and maintain documentation and standards for equipment, systems, and processes. Leadership & Team Development
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of engineers and technical specialists.
• Establish clear goals, performance metrics, and development plans for the engineering team.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, innovation, and technical excellence. Plant Engineering & Reliability
• Oversee the design and optimization of plant equipment, systems, and infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues and provide expert guidance to Operations and Maintenance. Process Improvement & Optimization
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, productivity, quality, and cost reduction.
• Lead root-cause analyses and implement corrective actions for process deviations or equipment failures.
• Utilize Lean, Six Sigma, or other methodologies to optimize manufacturing performance. Capital Projects
• Manage the planning, justification, and execution of capital projects ranging from equipment upgrades to facility expansions.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, timelines, and risk assessments.
• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery. Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Partner with Operations to support daily production goals and resolve technical challenges.
• Work with Quality to ensure manufacturing processes meet product specifications and standards.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain and Procurement on equipment sourcing and vendor evaluation.
• Work with Maintenance to prevent electrical and mechanical obsolescence of controls and equipment.
• Partner with HSE to incorporate company health, safety, and environmental requirements into plant equipment and processes.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline.
• 7+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• 3+ years of leadership experience managing engineers, supervisors, or technical teams preferred.
• Proven track record of leading reliability programs, process improvement initiatives, or capital projects

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Strong leadership, communication, and people development skills.
• Deep understanding of plant systems, manufacturing processes, and industrial equipment.
• Proficiency in Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, reliability engineering, or project management methodologies preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and solve complex problems in a fast-paced environment.
• Solid understanding of OSHA, environmental regulations, and industry-specific safety standards preferred

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES

• Safety & Compliance Mindset o Demonstrates unwavering commitment to safety in every decision and action. o Proactively identifies risks and acts before issues escalate. o Models safe behavior and holds teams to the same standard.
• Leadership & People Development o Provides clear expectations, coaching, and constructive feedback. o Builds a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Strategic & Critical Thinking o Anticipates long-term operational challenges and develops proactive solutions. o Makes data-driven decisions that align with plant goals and business objectives.
• Problem-Solving & Root Cause Analysis o Approaches complex technical and organizational issues with structured problem solving methods. o Identifies root causes rather than treating symptoms. o Implements sustainable corrective actions and follows through on results.
• Communication & Influence o Communicates technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. o Influences decisions through logic, credibility, and collaboration. o Listens actively and adapts communication style to the audience.
• Collaboration &…