Corporate Manager of Maintenance and Engineering
PR/077437
Posted: 02/05/2025
- $115000 - $130000 per annum
- United States, Washington, Burlington
- Permanent
We have a current opportunity for a Corporate Manager of Maintenance and Engineering on a permanent basis. The position will be based in Burlington, WA with a leading solar panel manufacturing company.
Summary of Position
As the Corporate Manager of Engineering and Maintenance, you will be responsible for overseeing the engineering and maintenance functions across multiple locations. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure the effective planning, coordination, and execution of engineering projects and maintenance activities to support the company's operations. You will lead a team of engineering and maintenance professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement to drive operational efficiency and reliability.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Qualifications
Skills
Traits
Education and/or Experience
Additional information
Compensation and Benefits
Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion
As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.
Summary of Position
As the Corporate Manager of Engineering and Maintenance, you will be responsible for overseeing the engineering and maintenance functions across multiple locations. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure the effective planning, coordination, and execution of engineering projects and maintenance activities to support the company's operations. You will lead a team of engineering and maintenance professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement to drive operational efficiency and reliability.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Engineering Projects: Lead and manage engineering projects, including new installations, facility upgrades, and process improvements, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
- Maintenance Strategy: Develop and implement a comprehensive maintenance strategy to optimize equipment reliability, minimize downtime, and extend asset life.
- Team Leadership: Provide guidance, mentorship, and performance management for the engineering and maintenance team, fostering a high-performance culture.
- Budget Management: Develop and oversee the engineering and maintenance budgets, identifying cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality and safety standards.
- Compliance and Safety: Ensure that all engineering and maintenance activities comply with relevant regulations, codes, and safety standards.
- Asset Management: Establish an effective asset management program, including preventive maintenance schedules, equipment inspections, and spare parts inventory management.
- Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging data and analytics to identify areas for enhancement in engineering and maintenance processes.
- Vendor Management: Collaborate with vendors, contractors, and suppliers to source materials, negotiate contracts, and ensure the delivery of high-quality goods and services.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, such as production, quality, and supply chain, to optimize processes and achieve overall business objectives.
- Technical Expertise: Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in engineering and maintenance to introduce innovative solutions.
Qualifications
Skills
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team.
- In-depth knowledge of engineering principles, maintenance strategies, and reliability-centered maintenance (RCM).
- Project management expertise, with a track record of successfully leading engineering projects from concept to completion.
- Familiarity with maintenance management systems (CMMS) and data-driven decision-making.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
- Budget management experience with a focus on cost control and optimization.
- Knowledge of safety regulations and industry standards related to engineering and maintenance activities.
Traits
- Analytical mindset and problem-solving skills to address complex engineering and maintenance challenges.
- Strong organizational abilities to handle multiple projects, ongoing issues, and future planning of installations.
Education and/or Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or a related field). A Master's degree or equivalent work experience is strongly preferred.
- 5+ years' experience in engineering and maintenance management in a manufacturing/industrial setting.
Additional information
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive wages: $115,000-$130,000/year (DOE)
- Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, and holiday)
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
- Health Savings Account option
- Supplemental/Voluntary Insurance Plans
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Employee Recognition Programs
- Employee PV Panel Purchase Program
Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion
As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.
Louis Falconer-Flavin
Senior Recruitment Consultant
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