Engineering Manager

Requisition ID: id Location: Bushy Park Business Unit/Group Function: Rhein Chemie Work Arrangement: Onsite Level of Experience: Middle management Employee Type: Regular Salary Grade: MG 2A Above Nat Avg Job Highlights The Engineering Manager is a critical member of the site leadership team, responsible for leading the Engineering and Maintenance organization. This role owns the site capital budget and leads capital projects up to $3M, ensuring projects are designed and executed with a strong focus on safety, operability, reliability, and cost effectiveness. The Engineering Manager plays a key role in process optimization, new product alignment, and continuous improvement, while developing talent to meet both current and future business needs. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the site Engineering and Maintenance organizations to support safe, reliable, and efficient operations Own and manage the site capital budget, including planning, prioritization, execution and coordination with the business team. Lead capital projects up to $3M, from concept through design, implementation, and startup Provide project engineering and project management support across the site Drive chemical process engineering and process optimization initiatives Manage technical issues related to modifications, expansions, and maintenance, ensuring RAGAGEP standards are incorporated into all designs and changes Champion continuous improvement across engineering, maintenance, and reliability processes Serve as a senior leader and active member of the Site Leadership Team (SLT) Optimize energy usage and infrastructure, supporting Lean Manufacturing and operational excellence initiatives Ensure all safety, compliance, and regulatory requirements are met or exceeded, including PSM RMP

ISO 9001

RC14001

NFPA 70B

API 510/520/521/570/653

Site safety processes and audit Leadership and Safety Foster a strong safety-first culture where safety is always the top priority Create and maintain a respectful, inclusive, and harassment-free work environment Lead, coach, and develop direct reports to build organizational capability and succession Communicate effectively with team members, peers, and leadership at all levels Experience / Skills Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or another engineering discipline with extensive process engineering experience 10+ years of experience in a manufacturing, chemical, or process-based industrial environment Proven experience in Engineering leadership and people management Plant and process engineering Capital project management and execution Change management Continuous improvement and reliability Skills & Competencies Strong leadership presence with the ability to inspire and engage teams High level of initiative and problem-solving capability across complex technical challenges Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence Ability to collaborate effectively across functions and levels of the organization Who we are LANXESS is a leading specialty chemicals company with about 12,000 employees in 32 countries. The core business of LANXESS is the development, manufacturing and marketing of chemical intermediates, additives and consumer protection products. LANXESS has achieved leading positions in the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Index and the MSCI ESG and ISS ESG ratings, among others, for its commitment to sustainability. What we offer you Compensation We offer competitive compensation packages, inclusive of a global bonus program. Comprehensive Benefits We provide a variety of benefits to support your financial security, health and wellbeing including retirement plans, health programs, life insurance and medical care. Work-Life & Flexibility We support you in maintaining a balance between working hours and personal life. With our global “Xwork” program, we offer flexible working arrangements in all countries in which we operate. Training & Development We are committed to your professional and personal development and encourage you in the ongoing pursuit of education, training and knowledge through both formal and informal learning. Diversity LANXESS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, age, social class, physical ability or attributes, religion, national origin, veteran status and political beliefs. Join the LANXESS team! #J-18808-Ljbffr LANXESS Deutschland GmbH