Engineering Project Manager, Capital Expenditure and Asset Reliability Initiatives

Job ID: ANDANAGB52586EXTERNALENGBRequisition: 52586Company: AkzoNobelLocation: Waukegan, Illinois, USAEmployment type: RegularCategory: ISC ManagementIndustry: ""Posted: 2026-10-07

We’ve been pioneering a world of possibilities to bring surfaces to life for well over 200 years. As experts in making coatings, there’s a good chance you’re only ever a few meters away from one of our products. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and have set our sights on becoming the global industry leader. It’s what you’d expect from the most sustainable paints company, which has been inventing the future for more than two centuries.

Job Purpose

Support designated manufacturing facilities to achieve leading performance in the preparation and execution of capital projects through the deployment of highly efficient processes, embedding safety, integration of standardized tools and engaging cross functional teams. Will promote standard solutions, ensuring adherence to project management guidance, standard implementation, and reporting.

 

Location of position: Waukegan, IL

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) Manager in the preparation and execution of regional projects ensuring a clear definition of the project scope, deliverables and the engagement of end-users. Will develop user requirements specification (URS) document. Will also identify and activate Global Engineering resources and standards to ensure optimal solutions.
• Capture technical needs and specifics in close collaboration with facility representatives, recommending and designing project solutions.
• Select suppliers based upon agreed criteria and bidding outcomes, issuing purchase requisition. Will decide the contracting model in collaboration with Procurement.
• May manage an internal or external Engineering team to deliver the Basis of Design (BoD) and Detailed Engineering Packages.
• Provide Reliability Engineering direction and reliability initiatives management for asset performance improvement.
• Lead Asset Reliability improvement projects and initiatives including, but not limited to, root cause analysis, failure modes, and effect analysis.
• Provide project status updates to the Engineering management team to minimize risks.
• Ensure optimal safety, quality, planning, and cost management. Will escalate to the Engineering management team and Steering Committee to minimize risks.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Chemical, Materials Science or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5 years' experience leading and managing multiple capital expenditure projects in multiple functions. Must have proven experience managing suppliers. Experience in the paints and coatings industry or chemical manufacturing preferred.
• 3 years' asset reliabilityy management experiennce to include the use of asset lifecycle methodology.
• Must have technical and scientific understanding (MEng level) in the areas of engineering and maintenance reliability, with proven records of the application of Asset Lifecycle methodologies in projects and operations. 
• Strong project management skills with the ability to lead multiple capital expenditure project in multiple functions. Must have proven experience in managing suppliers.
• Proficient decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact with stakeholders.
• Must be able to travel based upon base location.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office. Experience with SAP-PM or similar computerized maintenance management system software preferred.
• Fluent in English. Bilingual skills preferred.

Rewards and Benefits

The salary range for these skills is $135,000.00 - $145,000.00 based upon experience. This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future. 

 

401K retirement savings with 6% company match
Eligible for annual bonus
Medical insurance with HSA
Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits
Generous vacation, sick and holiday pay
Short & Long term disability
Paid Parental leave after 1 year
Career growth opportunities
Active Diversity & Inclusion Networks
Employee referral bonus
Employee appreciation days

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.