Engineering Manager

Crowncork; Dubai; On-site; AED 441,000 - 661,000; Full time

Job summary

Crown Holdings, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance & Reliability Management Leader to head the PM&R programs for all plant equipment, ensuring maximum uptime and efficient asset use while upholding safety, quality, and environmental standards.

You will drive continuous improvement in maintenance practices, manage budgets and projects, and lead engineering and maintenance teams in a high-speed manufacturing environment. Strong leadership and collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical or industrial engineering.
• 8–10 years' experience in engineering/maintenance in manufacturing.
• 3–5 years in a managerial role.
• Experience in can manufacturing or high-speed production lines preferred.
• Strong background in maintenance, reliability, and engineering systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead preventive and corrective maintenance (PM&R) programs for all plant equipment.
• Ensure maximum equipment uptime and operational efficiency.
• Analyze breakdowns and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor maintenance KPIs (downtime, MTTR, reliability trends).
• Maintain engineering standards, documentation, and equipment history.
• Provide technical support to Production to resolve operational issues.
• Coordinate engineering activities with production and other departments.
• Plan and execute plant projects, upgrades, and annual shutdowns.
• Manage external contractors and engineers for service delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement in equipment performance and maintenance practices.

Skills

Maintenance management

Reliability engineering

Budgeting and cost control

Project management

Leadership and people development

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical / electrical / industrial engineering

Job description

Mission

To lead and manage all engineering and maintenance activities to ensure uninterrupted production operations, optimal equipment performance, and efficient utilization of assets, while maintaining full compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.

Main challenges & complexity

Ensuring high equipment reliability while minimizing maintenance costs Managing preventive and corrective maintenance in a 24/7 production environment Balancing maintenance schedules with production priorities Optimizing spare parts inventory and reducing obsolete stock Driving continuous improvement in equipment performance and maintenance practices Managing technical upgrades, projects, and external contractors

Main Responsibilities

Maintenance & Reliability Management Lead preventive and corrective maintenance (PM&R) programs for all plant equipment Ensure maximum equipment uptime and operational efficiency Analyze breakdowns and implement corrective and preventive actions Monitor maintenance KPIs (downtime, MTTR, reliability trends) Maintain engineering standards, documentation, and equipment history Engineering Operations & Technical Support Provide technical support to Production to resolve operational issues Coordinate engineering activities with production and other departments Maintain technical documentation, manuals, and equipment specifications Support installation, commissioning, and upgrades of new equipment Continuous Improvement & Innovation Identify and implement improvements in equipment, processes, and maintenance practices Drive efficiency improvement projects and reliability enhancements Align with corporate standards and best practices (WCP initiatives) Optimize maintenance strategies and reduce operational losses Spare Parts & Inventory Management Manage spare parts procurement, stock levels, and inventory optimization Review stock parameters (reorder points, quantities) to ensure availability and cost efficiency Control obsolete inventory and coordinate with other plants for utilization Budget & Cost Control Prepare and manage engineering and maintenance budgets (repairs, labor, utilities, CAPEX) Monitor repair and maintenance costs against budget targets Control contractor costs and technical service expenditures Support capital investment planning and PAR processes Projects & Technical Services Plan and execute plant projects, upgrades, and annual shutdown activities Manage external contractors and technical service providers Ensure cost-effective and high-quality execution of engineering projects Coordinate installation and commissioning of new machinery Health, Safety & Environment (EHS) Ensure full compliance with corporate and local safety regulations Promote safe working practices and equipment safety standards Lead risk assessments, safety improvements, and audits Drive continuous improvement in plant safety culture People Management & Development Lead, coach, and develop engineering and maintenance teams Plan manpower allocation and ensure effective workforce utilization Develop training plans, skills matrix, and succession planning Promote teamwork, engagement, and performance excellence Stakeholder Management Work closely with Production, QA, EHS, Supply Chain, and HR departments Provide regular updates to Plant Manager on engineering performance Manage relationships with suppliers, contractors, and technical partners Others Execute additional responsibilities as assigned by Plant Manager Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and culture

Key Performance Indicators

Quantitative: Equipment Availability / Downtime Maintenance Cost vs Budget Preventive Maintenance Compliance Mean Time to Repair (MTTR) Spare Parts Inventory Levels Energy & Utilities Consumption Qualitative: Effectiveness of maintenance strategy and reliability improvement Safety performance (incidents, audits, compliance) Team performance and development Continuous improvement initiatives and innovation

Communication

Internal interlocutors - Plant Manager, Production Manager, QA, EHS, Supply Chain, Engineering Team External interlocutors - Suppliers, Contractors, Technical Service Providers, Auditors

Knowledge

Education: Bachelor's degree in mechanical / electrical / industrial engineering Specialization: Maintenance / Manufacturing / Can Industry Background: Minimum 8-10 years' experience in engineering/maintenance in manufacturing. Minimum 3-5 years in managerial role Experience in can manufacturing or high-speed production lines preferred Strong background in maintenance, reliability, and engineering systems Experience and Key competences: Functional skills: Preventive & predictive maintenance management Equipment reliability and troubleshooting Budgeting and cost control Project management and CAPEX planning Spare parts and inventory optimization Knowledge of manufacturing systems and automation Soft skills: Strong leadership and team development capabilities Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Analytical thinking and problem-solving Decision-making and accountability Bility to manage multiple priorities Crown Holdings, Inc. through it's subsidiaries, is a world leader in the metal packaging production process. We design and manufacture a wide range of innovative and sustainable metal packaging solutions and products. Our clients are some of the largest and most respected companies in the world. Crown is dedicated to building a team of highly talented, dedicated, and driven individuals. It's an exciting time to join our business because Crown offers you the opportunity to grow and develop your skills in an expanding industry. Crown was founded with the goal of valuing and promoting sustainability and this vision continues to be essential to our long-term future. Ready to go behind the scenes? With hundreds of maufacturing plants and 20,000+ employees worldwide, there's a lot that goes into the design and production of Crown packaging. We serve a variety of markets including food, beverage, household, personal care, and more. Since we were founded in 1892, we've been on a mission to manufacture best-in-class packaging while championing best-in-class teams. Together, we're building something that lasts thanks to great products, made by great people.