Director, Engineering Projects

Element Solutions Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Veteran/Disabled/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation Challenge Yourself and Impact the Future! MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions, a business segment of Element Solutions Inc (NYSE: ESI), is renowned worldwide for its commitment to revolutionizing the electronics industry. With a legacy spanning over a century, we have continually set new benchmarks for excellence, reliability and sustainability in electronic materials. Wafer Level Packaging - Revolutionizing wafer fabrication processes for enhanced efficiency and performance Circuitry Solutions - Tailored solutions to meet the dynamic demands of modern circuitry Electronics Assembly Solutions - Innovating semiconductor, surface mount technology, and power electronics assembly for unparalleled reliability Advanced Materials and Joining - Engineering polymer and metal joining solutions for optimally performing circuits Film & Smart Surface Solutions - Transforming electronics with cutting‑edge materials and technologies for enhanced functionality and reliability Micromax - Elevating electronics through high‑performing, specialized inks and pastes Across diverse sectors including automotive, consumer electronics, mobile devices, telecom, data storage, infrastructure, and AI, MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions has earned the trust of manufacturers worldwide. Our comprehensive range of high‑quality solutions and technical services enables the entire electronics supply chain, empowering businesses to thrive in today’s competitive landscape. We embody the ’Elements of our Culture’ – our 5C’s; Challenge, Commit, Collaborate, Choose, and Care. These core values are the foundation of our organization and guide the interactions of our employees with customers, colleagues and other stakeholders, driving performance and creating a rewarding work environment. Who are we looking for? The Director, Engineering Project Management will lead our engineering project managers and associated teams across the globe, responsible for driving a variety of engineering projects in parallel to deliver on key business initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong people‑management and technical skills across a wide breadth of our product lines. Adept at connecting high‑level business objectives with individual project‑management disciplines, the Director will be vital to ensuring the continued success of our Global Engineering function. The preferred candidate will also understand the technical roadmap, coach project managers, and develop a culture of continuous improvement while working with key technical business partners. What will you be doing? Lead global team of Engineering Project & Program Managers supporting multiple business units across the global MAES organization Develop best‑in‑class engineering project‑management processes & tools to scope, drive, track, and deliver on a variety of global projects, including chemical production scale‑ups, technology development, systems design and engineering, and capital projects such as factory builds and expansions Directly project‑manage critical, high‑visibility initiatives Continuously drive engineering efficiency to improve speed, first‑time‑right performance, and scope adherence Professionally develop the Project Managers, continuously improving skills and behaviors Collaboratively develop project plans, status reports, and risk‑mitigation options with cross‐functional teams including R&D, Engineering, Operations, CI, Product Line Management, and Quality Lead cross‑functional team meetings, facilitate communication and execution, work with managers to address bottlenecks and resource‑balancing issues Partner with Engineering leadership to CIP existing internal practices and develop solutions Develop tools & skillsets within the Engineering Project Management teams that are best practices and translatable across geographic regions and business divisions Encourage, cultivate, and grow a culture of Continuous Improvement within the Engineering Project Management teams Who are You? Technical qualification in Science or Engineering at Bachelor Degree level is required; Masters and/or MBA desired, PMP qualifications are beneficial but not essential Minimum of 8+ years of project‑management leadership in one or more of chemical process scaling, electromechanical engineered systems development and release, or capital projects budgeted at over several million dollars 10‑12+ years experience project‑management including planning, negotiating resources, driving projects forward, leading cross‑functional teams without direct line‑management authority Extensive knowledge of project‑management strategies, tools, and operational approaches to appropriately guide both short‑ and long‑term projects, including iterative testing or ambiguous pathways to success Experience in defining and establishing new business processes to meet organizational needs Ability to manage both directions, clearly communicating to stakeholders to enable decisions to be made accurately and swiftly Experience working in electronics or a similar technical industry is preferred What competencies will you need? Project management experience – Demonstrated ability to define success, scope, negotiate and plan resources, drive projects forward, continuously evaluate and redeploy, and lead cross‑functional teams without direct authority. Ownership and accountability – An innate desire to take ownership of projects and efforts and push forward without explicit requests, and a sense of obligation to commit fully. Criticality – Ability to assess resource requirements, availability, trade‑offs, and urgency vs importance to make the right decisions with available information. Written and verbal communication skills – Strong communication abilities critical for collaboration, presenting ideas, and conveying information effectively. Proficiency with multiple project‑management systems and tools – Technical competency in using tools for planning, execution, and documentation of projects across a variety of disciplines and project types. We are Offering... Innovative – At ESI, we are committed to solving the complex and evolving needs of our customers through innovation and high‑quality standards. We focus on delivering cutting‑edge and environmentally sustainable solutions to the market, supporting your success with an inclusive culture, competitive total rewards, and a healthy work‑life balance. Socially Responsible – We care about what you care about. We respect the individual differences that make up our unique organization. We prioritize sustainability and social impact in our business operations and local communities through our various ESI Cares initiatives and the ESI Foundation. We offer a generous bonus plan, 401(k) with company matching, life and medical insurance, and nine holidays. The typical base salary range for this position is between $174,732 and $262,098. #LI‑SB1 Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category applicable under federal, state and local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr