Manager, Project Engineering

LATICRETE International

. Lead and manage the capital expenditure portfolio .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $160,000 - $165,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing capital expenditure portfolios, leading engineering services for production processes, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations. Proficient in project management, team leadership, and process improvement within a manufacturing environment.

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Capital Expenditure ManagementProject ManagementProcess ImprovementTeam LeadershipEngineering Design and Specification

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Hard Skills

Process ManufacturingEquipment DesignCost-Benefit AnalysisTroubleshootingPreventive MaintenanceProject SchedulingAnalytical SkillsProblem-SolvingCompliance with OSHA RegulationsProduction Efficiency Management

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsTeam BuildingConflict Management

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeAutoCADMicrosoft Projects

Industry Keywords

Capital Plan DevelopmentManufacturing EquipmentSafety RegulationsEnvironmental ComplianceBuilding Regulations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and manage the capital expenditure portfolio
Provide engineering services for the design, specification, construction and start-up of production processes, equipment, buildings and support systems
Recommend efficient, cost-effective manufacturing equipment and processes that promote safety, quality and reliability
Assess current equipment and processes and recommend changes
Troubleshoot and repair equipment
Prepare reports and train personnel in equipment usage and processes
Develop and administer the capital plan based on business and operational needs
Lead scope, cost and schedule development for capital projects and prepare expenditure justifications with cost-benefit analysis
Prepare layout designs and equipment and facility specifications
Design, evaluate and select equipment and coordinate with vendors, suppliers and contractors
Create and maintain project timelines and manage scope, schedule and cost changes
Ensure projects meet agreed scope, schedule and budget
Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, health, OSHA and building/construction regulations and reporting requirements
Coordinate equipment and service installation with suppliers, contractors, operations and maintenance personnel
Support manufacturing process and equipment start-up and transition responsibilities to Operations
Manage purchase orders, invoices, expenditure accounting and project financial records
Prioritize and allocate team work and resources
Set team responsibilities, performance expectations and priorities
Assess performance, provide feedback, recognize performance and address concerns
Build team culture and manage workplace conflict
Communicate business updates and motivate team members
Develop work instructions and documented training for operators and maintenance personnel
Assist with preventive and corrective maintenance programs and spare-parts inventories
Identify and implement process improvements that reduce waste and non-value-added activities
Manage OEE, production efficiencies, yields and rates
Handle complex issues and escalate only the most difficult issues to higher-level staff

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering; Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical or Civil preferred
8+ years’ experience in a process manufacturing environment
5+ years' experience in management and team leadership
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
Experience in the design, specification, acquisition, installation and start-up of new and improved industrial processes, equipment, buildings and support systems
Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills
Highly organized in project scheduling, executing responsibilities and prioritizing in a multitask environment
Self-starter, able to work alone with limited supervision
Ability to build collaborative relationships
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and Outlook, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Projects
Must be able to travel 25–50% depending on business needs
Must pass pre-employment physical
Physical ability to lift/carry a minimum of 25 lbs. and occasionally as much as 65 lbs.
Must be able to climb stairs, including open mesh, to elevations up to 150 ft.
Must be able to push/pull 50 pounds
Must be able to stand 75% of the day, sit 25% of the day, and twist/bend 50% of the day
Must be able to squat/climb/crawl 50% of the day

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical
Dental
Vision
401k
Tuition reimbursement
13 paid holidays in addition to paid vacation and sick time
Flexible spending
Life Insurance, AD&D and Supplemental Insurance