Engineer Manager - Projects & Process

E Energy Adams LLC•Adams, NE

About The Position

The Engineering Manager is responsible for leading the engineering department in the completion of process engineering projects following best-in-class practices. The Engineering Manager will directly execute on, and at times oversee external engineers in the execution of, a variety of engineering functions including upgrades to plant design, root cause analysis, continuous improvement initiatives and management of capital projects. The Engineering Manager will support all policies, goals, and objectives of the company while representing the company knowledgeably and professionally.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree or higher (from an accredited school) in the Engineering field.
5 years of operations experience in a large-scale industrial, continuous process manufacturing environment.
5 years of capital project management experience.
Able to read, write, and comprehend the English language.
The right to work in the U.S. that is not based solely on possession of a student visa or a visa sponsored by a third-party employer.
Proven leader.
Strong continuous improvement mentality.
Proven track record of managing large capital projects.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Detail-oriented with strong critical thinking and organizational skills.
Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
Effective delegator.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
General knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations for construction and manufacturing.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree or higher (from an accredited school) in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
Experience with processing equipment such as evaporators, heat exchangers, centrifuges, drying equipment, boilers, cooling towers, chiller, air compressors, pumps, valves, electrical circuits, and instrumentation preferred.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
Experience in a supervisory/leadership role preferred.
A combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Leads others: expects, inspects, and coaches. Provides fast feedback. Holds people accountable.
Leverages systems to drive behaviors. Identifies the system (or lack of a system) that is creating unwanted behaviors and reengineers (or engineers) the system.
Utilizes Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to identify opportunities for improvement.
Creates detailed capital project plans.
Manages capital project budgets. Communicates unanticipated deviations to Plant Manager.
Simultaneously manages and coordinates the design, engineering, and execution of multiple projects that are safe, efficient, on-time and on-budget.
Develops and implements profitability improvement projects in alignment with goals and strategies.
Promotes a proactive (vs. reactive) culture.
Drives knowledge to lowest levels of the organization.
Diligently seeks root cause. Master of Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA).
Facilitates effective communication and positive working relationships between departments and with peers, superiors and subordinates.
Inspires others through a shared vision of the future.
Works with the operations department to effectively implement and integrate maintenance and profitability capital projects.
As directed by Plant Manager, supports operations team when challenges with existing systems are beyond the department’s capabilities.
Ensures vendors and contractors are qualified to provide the necessary knowledge and skills to retain best-in-class production.
Power-user of the Distributive Control System (DCS).
Drives effective change through the Management Of Change (MOC) process.
Ensures compliance with safety and environmental programs and regulations.
Regularly communicates departmental results to Plant Manager.
Supports and promotes a positive and cooperative team environment that fosters creative problem solving and shared learning.
Provides back-up for other department personnel as needed.
Completes tasks assigned by the Plant Manager along with other duties not listed herein, but which need to be accomplished to maintain safe and productive day-to-day operations within the plant.
Maintains confidentiality of all employee records and company matters.
Ensures all local, state, and federal regulations are being met at all times.