Engineering Manager - On-Site Plant Reliability & Leadership

100% On-Site | Empire, Louisiana | Base: 150-160K+ | Bonus:
Up to 75K+ | Total:
Up to 230K+

The Havens Group has partnered with a leading industrial manufacturing company to identify an experienced Engineering Manager to lead engineering, maintenance, electrical, mechanical, welding, and technical operations within a high-volume production facility located in Empire, Louisiana.

This is a highly visible leadership role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys driving reliability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement across the plant. Opportunity for an exceptional performance-driven bonus for high performers.

What You'll Be Responsible For

• Lead all engineering, maintenance, mechanical, electrical, and welding functions across the facility.

• Drive equipment reliability, preventative maintenance, and plant performance to maximize uptime and operational efficiency.

• Manage capital projects from planning through execution while maintaining budgets, schedules, and project deliverables.

• Partner with Production, EHS, Quality, and Operations to improve processes, ensure regulatory compliance, and support business objectives.

• Develop and track KPIs related to downtime, maintenance performance, labor utilization, and equipment reliability.

• Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing engineering and maintenance team while fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience preferred)

• 7–10+ years of engineering or maintenance leadership experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment

• Minimum of 3 years leading engineering and maintenance teams

• Experience managing capital projects, preventative maintenance programs, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement initiatives

• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Microsoft Project, SAP PM, and Microsoft Office is preferred

Why This Opportunity?

This is an opportunity to make a measurable impact at a facility where engineering is a key driver of operational success. The ideal candidate is equally comfortable leading teams, solving complex equipment challenges, and executing strategic capital improvements that improve plant performance for years to come.

Location: This position is 100% on-site in Empire, Louisiana. Candidates should be willing to relocate.

If you're interested—or know someone who would be a great fit—we'd love to connect. Please send me a direct message or email your resume for a confidential conversation.