Engineering Manager

Overview

The Engineering Manager, Capital Projects & Equipment Engineering will support engineering initiatives within a modern manufacturing and operations environment. This role is responsible for leading equipment, process, packaging, automation, and facility-related projects while driving continuous improvement, operational efficiency, equipment reliability, and regulatory compliance.

The successful candidate will work cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance, Operations, Supply Chain, Technical Services, and external partners to develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing systems and capital projects. This position requires a hands-on engineering leader capable of managing multiple projects from concept through commissioning while ensuring safety, quality, and operational excellence.

• Lead engineering projects supporting manufacturing, processing, packaging, warehouse, and facility operations.
• Plan, design, install, commission, and optimize process and packaging equipment systems.
• Analyze equipment performance and manufacturing processes to identify opportunities for productivity, reliability, quality, and safety improvements.
• Develop and implement engineering solutions through testing, data analysis, troubleshooting, and process evaluation.
• Collaborate with equipment manufacturers, contractors, and suppliers to procure and implement equipment that meets operational requirements.
• Support troubleshooting efforts related to equipment, materials, utilities, and manufacturing processes.
• Partner with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and Technical Services teams to resolve production challenges and improve system performance.
• Develop and execute equipment qualification and validation activities, including Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), Installation Qualification (IQ), Operational Qualification (OQ), and Performance Qualification (PQ).
• Author and maintain engineering documentation, technical specifications, protocols, reports, and standard operating procedures.
• Support new product introductions and process scale-up activities to ensure successful commercial manufacturing implementation.
• Manage capital projects including scope development, budgeting, scheduling, resource allocation, contractor oversight, and project execution.
• Lead facility improvement projects, infrastructure upgrades, utility enhancements, and manufacturing expansions.
• Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and industry best practices that improve manufacturing performance and operational effectiveness.
• Establish engineering standards and capture project learnings to support future engineering initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• 7+ years of engineering experience within a manufacturing environment.
• 5+ years of experience in a regulated industry such as pharmaceutical, biotechnology, food & beverage, nutraceutical, consumer products, or medical device manufacturing.
• Demonstrated experience managing capital projects, equipment installations, process improvements, and facility upgrades.
• Experience overseeing project budgets, schedules, contractors, and stakeholder communications.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing equipment, production processes, and operational excellence initiatives.
• CAD Experience
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, process, and automation systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex equipment and manufacturing issues.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, schematics, P&IDs, and technical documentation.
• Working knowledge of GMP and regulated manufacturing requirements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and continuous improvement skills.
• Effective project management and organizational abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and engineering-related software applications.

• Experience with equipment design, modification, and optimization.
• Knowledge of food, beverage, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, or consumer packaged goods manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with HACCP, FDA regulations, and 21 CFR requirements.
• Experience with blending, processing, packaging, and material handling systems.
• Hands-on fabrication, machining, or maintenance support experience.
• Background supporting automation and manufacturing technology projects.
• CAD Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Food Engineering, Bioprocess Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.