Job Description
Job Summary
Supervises and coordinates activities of engineers and technicians engaged in designing, implementing, and maintaining process control systems. Oversees the development and implementation of control strategies and systems to optimize production processes. Manages and assigns tasks to staff, monitors progress, and ensures compliance with safety regulations and quality standards. Provides technical guidance and support to team members, troubleshoots issues, and implements improvements to enhance process efficiency and reliability. Collaborates with other departments to integrate process control systems with overall plant operations. Conducts performance evaluations, identifies training needs, and recommends personnel actions as needed.
Essential Functions
Oversee the day-to-day operations of the engineering department, ensuring projects are executed efficiently while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.
Lead and mentor a team of engineers, providing guidance on best practices in design, development, and implementation of engineering projects.
Oversee project planning, resource allocation, and execution to meet deadlines while adhering to budget constraints.
Implement and monitor engineering processes and standards to ensure product quality and compliance with industry regulations.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management and quality assurance, to align engineering solutions with business objectives.
Establish and maintain performance metrics to monitor team productivity and project progress.
Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback to team members.
Drive technical innovation by staying updated with industry trends and emerging technologies.
Supervise professional and technical staff performing civil, structural, electrical, mechanical, and environmental engineering analysis, planning, design, contracting, construction and construction management.
Evaluate plant performance and laboratory data and provide or approve major or unusual directives for process control adjustments.
Review and approve regulatory and technical reports.
Oversee engineering, planning, and design projects to improve and update processes.
Provide overall vision for the process control function and motivate employees.
Negotiate regulatory permits and ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
Approve purchasing, budgeting, design upgrades, and major process control changes.
Critical Competencies
Project Management -Oversees all aspects of projects from initiation to completion, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closing, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
Strategic Planning - Ability to set a clear vision, establish long-term goals, and develop actionable plans to achieve organizational success by analyzing internal and external factors, anticipating future challenges, allocating resources effectively, and aligning team efforts with business objectives
Cultivates Innovation- Championing creative thinking, embracing calculated risks, and continuously seeking out novel solutions to challenges. It requires the ability to inspire and empower teams to explore unconventional approaches, learn from failures, and drive continuous improvement through the adoption of new technologies and methodologies.
Project Management - Planning, organizing, and executing logistics projects effectively.
Technical Proficiency-Knowledge and skills in a specific field, gained through education, training, experience, and continuous learning. It combines theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and problem-solving ability. Technical proficiency is valuable to employers for innovation, efficiency and problem-solving.
Responsibilities
Education
Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field. A Master's degree in Engineering or relevant discipline is also beneficial.
Experience
Minimum of 5 years of experience in engineering, with at least 3 years in a supervisory role.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Proven leadership and mentorship skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment.
Excellent project management and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of industry standards and regulations.
Ability to think critically and make data-driven decisions.
Advanced knowledge of scientific methods and experimental techniques.
Advanced knowledge of laboratory methods and analytical techniques.
Knowledge of chemistry, biology, or physical sciences equivalent to a bachelor's degree.
Advanced knowledge of statistical analysis methods, techniques, and principles.
Advanced knowledge of process evaluation and project design/implementation.
Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic equipment.
Thorough knowledge of wastewater processing theory and fundamentals.
Other Requirements
Travel is an inherent part of this role.
A dynamic blend of office and field settings.
Working outdoors in various weather conditions and potentially in environments with loud noise levels or moving mechanical parts.
Ability to wear PPE with on site/location.
The ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment and handle unexpected situations is crucial.
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Vulcan Materials Company is an equal opportunity employer.
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
- Dice Id: 10118346
- Position Id: 16a3840a2be1dd9864d2d3641d23138b
- Posted 7 days ago
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