Chief Engineer

About the Role:

The Chief Engineer will play a pivotal role in overseeing the engineering operations within our manufacturing facility, ensuring that all processes run efficiently and effectively. This position is responsible for leading a team of engineers and technicians, driving innovation and continuous improvement in plant operations. The Chief Engineer will also be tasked with developing and implementing maintenance strategies that enhance equipment reliability and performance. A key focus will be on predictive maintenance and troubleshooting issues to minimize downtime and optimize production. Ultimately, the Chief Engineer will contribute to the overall success of the organization by ensuring that engineering practices align with business objectives and industry standards.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in engineering management within a manufacturing environment.

• Proven experience in plant operations and maintenance management.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with turbine operations and maintenance.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the engineering team to ensure effective plant operations and maintenance.

• Develop and implement predictive maintenance programs to enhance equipment reliability.

• Troubleshoot and resolve engineering issues that arise during plant operations.

• Oversee project engineering initiatives, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve process control and efficiency.

Skills:

The required skills in management and decision-making are essential for leading the engineering team and making strategic choices that impact plant operations. Troubleshooting issues is a daily task that requires analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities to ensure minimal disruption to production. Knowledge of predictive maintenance techniques is crucial for developing proactive strategies that prevent equipment failures. Process control and engineering skills are applied to optimize manufacturing processes, ensuring efficiency and quality. Additionally, project engineering skills are utilized to manage and execute engineering projects that align with the company's goals.