Engineering Manager / Technical Manager

Job Description

Job Title: Engineering Manager / Technical Manager

Industry: Renewable Energy Technology

Type: Full-time position

Location: Houston, TX (zip code 77076)

Compensation: Base Salary + Paid Benefits for family + 401K + LTI + Bonus + Equity/Stock Options

Company Overview:

The company is a pioneer in advanced thermal conversion technologies that safely transform plastic waste into a gas which can then be used to produce electricity and heat.

Job Overview:

We are seeking a motivated Engineering Manager / Technical Manager to join our new facility in Houston. This is a full-time opportunity for a dynamic candidate looking for hands-on experience and career growth. The position offers an opportunity to work with a developing team of internal and external professionals and join a successful growing organization with a reputation for high quality work.

The successful candidate will play a crucial role in guiding subcontractors during the construction phase of our new plant by ensuring the project is completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with all safety and quality standards. Following construction, the Engineering Manager / Technical Manager will the day-to-day operations of existing equipment and work with customers and project engineers to build new equipment for installation and deployment.

This role requires a dynamic leader who can transition from project management during the construction phase to operational leadership once the plant becomes fully operational.

Responsibilities:

Resolve technical issues, troubleshoot and come up with technical solutions to new challenges.

Guide and manage subcontractors to ensure that all construction activities are performed according to project plans, specifications, and schedules.

Oversee daily construction operations, including inspections, quality control, and adherence to safety protocols.

Monitor project progress and proactively address any issues that may arise, working closely with subcontractors to implement solutions.

Continue to source and manage the supply of parts, equipment, and services needed for ongoing plant operations.

Maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, ensuring quality standards are consistently met. Periodically visit vendor locations to assess quality control and resolve any supply chain issues.

Manage all aspects of daily plant operations, including production, maintenance, quality control, and inventory management.

Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) to optimize plant performance and efficiency.

Monitor plant metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to achieve production targets and continuous improvement goals.

Set performance goals for plant staff and provide ongoing feedback to ensure high levels of productivity and job satisfaction.

Skills and Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Material Science or related technical degree.

Hands-on experience in a pyrolysis facility, refinery or polyethlene terephthalate plants are a major plus.

Industrial project management experience

Proactive problem-solving skills.

Dependable with a high level of moral character.

Other Relevant Information:

No traveling requirement.

This position can NOT sponsor visa or transfer visa. US citizens or Green Card holders only.

Local candidates will be considered first.

Company Description

A pioneer in the renewable technology space.

Full-time