Manufacturing Engineering Manager (Capital Projects) (Washington)

Manager, Engineering - Capital Projects

Position Summary

The Engineering Manager is responsible for leading and directing all engineering activities within a manufacturing environment. This role oversees capital projects, facility expansions, process improvements, equipment implementation, operational support, and regulatory compliance. The Engineering Manager ensures projects and initiatives are executed in alignment with organizational objectives, project management standards, and operational goals while fostering a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and employee development.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all engineering activities to support manufacturing operations and business objectives.
• Direct facility expansion projects, capacity improvement initiatives, and capital investments.
• Oversee the evaluation, procurement, installation, and startup of new equipment, technologies, and manufacturing processes.
• Provide engineering support for ongoing operations to improve reliability, efficiency, productivity, and quality.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage engineering projects from concept through implementation, ensuring adherence to established project management practices, schedules, and budgets.
• Develop and execute departmental business plans and strategic initiatives.
• Allocate resources effectively to achieve operational and financial objectives.
• Identify, analyze, and resolve complex technical, operational, and organizational challenges.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Maintain awareness of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners to support evolving business needs.
• Support data-driven decision making through the application of statistical analysis and performance metrics.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline required.

Experience

• Minimum of ten (10) years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Preferred: Five (5) or more years of leadership or management experience within engineering, technical operations, or manufacturing.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Technical Expertise

• Expert knowledge of engineering principles, standards, methods, and industry practices.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, and operational systems.
• Proven experience managing capital projects, facility improvements, and technology implementations.
• Ability to investigate and solve complex technical and operational problems.
• Knowledge of statistical methods and analytical tools used for business and operational decision making.

Leadership & Management

• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop engineering and technical professionals.
• Experience managing employee performance, providing feedback, and supporting career development.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to make sound technical and business decisions.
• Ability to influence teams and lead improvement initiatives across multiple functions.
• Commitment to fostering accountability, collaboration, and high-performance team culture.

Business & Communication

• Ability to align engineering activities with broader business objectives.
• Strong financial and operational acumen.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective relationship-building skills across diverse teams and departments.
• Open, transparent communication style that encourages collaboration and constructive discussion.
• High responsiveness and commitment to supporting organizational needs.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Willingness to travel as required.
• Ability to proactively support business units and partner effectively across a large organization.