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Engineering Manager 832618

New Castle, PA 16101

Posted: 12/18/2025 Job Category: Food and Science Job Number: 832618

Job Description


Capstone Search Advisors is conducting a search on behalf of a well-established food manufacturing company seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead plant engineering, capital projects, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Position Overview
The Engineering Manager will be responsible for overseeing plant engineering activities, managing capital projects, and supporting equipment reliability, safety, and process optimization within a food manufacturing environment. This role partners closely with operations, maintenance, quality, and leadership teams to support production goals while ensuring compliance with food safety and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage plant engineering functions, including project engineers and technical resources

  • Plan, execute, and manage capital projects from concept through commissioning

  • Support equipment reliability, line efficiency, and process improvements across production areas

  • Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to reduce downtime and improve throughput

  • Ensure engineering solutions comply with food safety, FDA, USDA, SQF, and GMP requirements

  • Develop and manage capital budgets, timelines, and vendor relationships

  • Evaluate new technologies, automation, and equipment to support growth and efficiency

  • Support plant layout, line expansions, and facility upgrades

  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies

  • Maintain engineering documentation, drawings, and specifications
Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field)

  • 5+ years of engineering leadership experience in a food or beverage manufacturing environment

  • Strong knowledge of food manufacturing processes, packaging, and processing equipment

  • Proven experience managing capital projects and cross-functional teams

  • Familiarity with FDA, USDA, SQF, HACCP, and GMP standards

  • Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills
Preferred Experience

  • Experience with automation, controls, and PLC systems

  • Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification

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