Senior Engineering/Maintenance Manager
Location: Carrollton, GA
Salary: $130-190K
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Engineering/Maintenance Manager to lead engineering, maintenance, facilities, and continuous improvement functions within a manufacturing environment. This role will oversee a multidisciplinary team including Process, Mechanical, Electrical, and Controls Engineers, as well as Maintenance Technicians, Facilities Personnel, and the Continuous Improvement (CI) team.
The ideal candidate will bring a strong engineering foundation, proven leadership experience, and a track record of driving operational excellence, equipment reliability, capital project execution, and continuous improvement initiatives. This individual will play a critical role in ensuring plant safety, productivity, quality, and long-term operational success.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and develop multidisciplinary teams across Engineering, Maintenance, Facilities, and Continuous Improvement.
- Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and promote a strong safety-first culture.
- Partner with engineering and maintenance teams to install, test, and commission new or modified equipment.
- Drive equipment reliability through root cause analysis, corrective actions, and preventive maintenance strategies.
- Develop and execute plans for machine modifications, equipment upgrades, and new installations.
- Establish and manage 3-5 year strategic plans for equipment, staffing, training, and facility improvements.
- Develop and manage annual capital expenditure (CapEx) budgets and project portfolios.
- Lead large-scale equipment modernization and facility improvement projects.
- Define, monitor, and improve key performance indicators (KPIs) related to safety, quality, productivity, reliability, and cost.
- Review engineering work for technical accuracy, sustainability, and operational effectiveness.
- Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to improve plant workflow and resolve recurring operational challenges.
- Communicate project status, budgets, and priorities effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related discipline).
- Minimum of 10 years of engineering experience, including at least 5 years in an Engineering Management role.
- Experience leading engineering and maintenance teams within a manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated success managing capital projects, equipment installations, and process improvement initiatives.
- Strong background in equipment reliability, maintenance strategies, and root cause analysis.
- Proven experience managing budgets, project timelines, and technical personnel.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma Black Belt certification.
- Experience within the fiber optic, cable, or related manufacturing industry.
- SAP experience.
- Strong continuous improvement background utilizing data-driven decision-making.
- Experience leading large-scale capital projects and facility upgrades.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Strong understanding of machine controls, automation, and manufacturing equipment.
- Knowledge of machine layout, design, and process optimization principles.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional leadership and team development capabilities.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to interpret technical information and make sound business decisions.
- Experience with KPI development, performance management, and operational reporting.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
- Budget management and financial planning experience.
- Advanced project management skills.
What We're Looking For
The successful candidate will be a hands-on manufacturing leader who can bridge engineering excellence with operational execution. This individual will be comfortable leading diverse technical teams, driving continuous improvement, managing significant capital investments, and developing strategies that improve safety, quality, reliability, and plant performance.
If you are an accomplished engineering leader with a passion for operational excellence and continuous improvement, we encourage you to apply.
