Engineering Manager

Engineering Manager, Plant Expansion

Role Overview

We are seeking a hands-on Engineering Manager to lead all engineering functions for a rapidly growing manufacturing facility. In this position, you will supervise a team of Project, Design, and Controls Engineers, as well as external contractors, to deliver large scale capital projects and drive continuous improvement on the plant floor. You will also serve as a mentor and coach, fostering technical growth and best practices among engineering staff and operations personnel.

Key Responsibilities

Lead Engineering Team

Oversee, coordinate, and develop a diverse engineering staff (Project Engineers, Design Engineers, Controls Engineers, contractors).

Establish clear goals, provide regular feedback, and facilitate professional development through coaching and mentoring.

Delegate tasks effectively, monitor progress, and ensure alignment with plant objectives.

Capital Project Management

Own the planning, budgeting, and execution of major capital initiatives—from initial feasibility through to final commissioning.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Operations, Maintenance, Safety, Procurement) to define project scope, schedules, and resource requirements.

Apply robust project controls (cost tracking, risk mitigation, schedule management) to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Maintenance & Continuous Improvement

Partner with Maintenance and Production Leads to identify equipment reliability issues and implement preventive maintenance strategies.

Champion lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies to optimize production flow, reduce waste, and enhance throughput.

Analyze process data to pinpoint bottlenecks, develop improvement plans, and track key performance indicators (OEE, yield, downtime).

Technical Oversight & Standards

Ensure engineering designs and installations comply with industry codes, safety regulations, and corporate standards.

Drive the creation and maintenance of documentation (P&IDs, control narratives, standard work, FMEAs, JSAs).

Evaluate new technologies, automation systems, and process enhancements to support plant expansion and competitiveness.

Cross Functional Collaboration

Serve as the primary liaison between Engineering, Production, Quality, and Supply Chain to guarantee alignment on priorities and technical requirements.

Communicate project status, engineering recommendations, and improvement opportunities to plant leadership and senior management.

Facilitate regular engineering review meetings, design build reviews, and post-project performance evaluations.

Qualifications & Experience

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Mechanical preferred; Electrical, Industrial, Chemical, or related fields acceptable).

Technical Background

Minimum 7–10 years in a manufacturing engineering role with proven capital project leadership.

Hands on experience in project engineering and process engineering—demonstrated ability to lead continuous improvement initiatives.

Solid understanding of maintenance practices and reliability engineering in a high speed production environment.

Methodologies & Tools

Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma tools (Green or Black Belt preferred).

Proficient with AutoCAD/Inventor (or similar), project management software (MS Project, Primavera), and data analysis tools (Excel, Minitab).

Familiarity with PLCs, industrial control systems, and P&ID interpretation is a plus.

Leadership & Interpersonal Skills

Proven track record of managing and motivating multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Excellent communicator, capable of translating complex technical concepts to non technical stakeholders.

Empathetic coach and mentor who can develop emerging talent and promote a culture of accountability.

Industry Exposure

Experience in a high speed manufacturing setting is required; ideal backgrounds include paper, packaging, food & beverage, consumer products, or textiles.

Knowledge of regulatory and quality standards relevant to these industries will be advantageous.

Why You’ll Succeed

As the Engineering Manager for our expanding plant, you will have a direct impact on our growth trajectory, delivering complex capital projects while building a high performance engineering team. Your blend of technical expertise, hands on problem solving, and strong leadership will be instrumental in achieving operational excellence and shaping our future success.