Lead and support multiple engineering projects from concept through commissioning, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, risk assessment, and resource allocation
Ensure projects are executed to meet safety, quality, cost, and timeline objectives
Evaluate, select, and integrate new technologies, automation systems, and process improvements
Track ROI of capital investments and operational efficiency of projects
Team Leadership & Development:
Directly manage and mentor engineers, junior engineers, and interns, fostering professional growth and skill development
Assign tasks, monitor workloads, and provide regular performance feedback
Support hiring, training, and onboarding of engineering personnel
Promote cross-training and knowledge sharing among engineers to strengthen team capabilities
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Work closely with production, maintenance, quality, and operations teams to ensure project goals are met
Partner with leadership to advocate for resources, capital funding, and strategic project prioritization
Facilitate communication between engineering, management, and internal/ external stakeholders
Lead project meetings, providing technical guidance, updates, and issue resolution
Technical Oversight:
Conduct design reviews, validate technical accuracy, and ensure compliance with standards and regulations
Review and approve engineering deliverables, drawings, and specifications
Implement and maintain project documentation including scope, schedules, budgets, risk assessments, and lessons learned
Quality & Safety Compliance:
Ensure projects and operations adhere to environmental, health, safety, and quality standards
Collaborate with quality teams to drive continuous improvement and defect reduction initiatives
Support ISO and regulatory audits as required
Strategic Contribution:
Assist in capital planning and justification for engineering projects
Analyze project performance, operational costs, and schedule adherence, recommending corrective actions when needed
Champion process improvement initiatives and standardization efforts across engineering functions
Additional Supervisory Responsibilities
Manage, mentor, and develop a team of engineers and junior engineers
Assign work, set expectations, and provide coaching to ensure team success
Participate in performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, and recognition programs
Ensure effective knowledge transfer and technical competency development across the team