Engineering & Maintenance Manager: Capital Projects

LANXESS; Goose Creek (SC); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Work-life flexibility

Training & development

Diversity & Inclusion

Job summary

LANXESS seeks an Engineering Manager to lead the Engineering and Maintenance organization at the Bushy Park site, overseeing capital projects up to $3M and driving process optimization while ensuring safety and reliability.

You will develop talent, manage the site budget, and champion continuous improvement as a senior member of the Site Leadership Team, partnering with cross-functional teams to deliver safe, efficient operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or related engineering field with extensive process experience.
• 10+ years in manufacturing chemical or process-based industrial environment.
• Experience in engineering leadership, plant/process engineering, capital project management, change management, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop site Engineering and Maintenance organizations for safe, reliable operations.
• Own and manage the site capital budget and coordinate with the business team.
• Lead capital projects up to $3M from concept through design, implementation, and startup.
• Provide project engineering and project management support across the site.
• Drive chemical process engineering and process optimization initiatives.
• Manage technical issues related to modifications, expansions, and maintenance, ensuring standards are incorporated.
• Champion continuous improvement across engineering, maintenance, and reliability processes.
• Serve as a senior leader on the Site Leadership Team (SLT).
• Optimize energy usage and infrastructure, supporting Lean Manufacturing and operational excellence initiatives.
• Ensure all safety, compliance, and regulatory requirements are met.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Safety & Quality

Collaboration

Education

Bachelors in Chemical Engineering

Job description

LANXESS seeks an Engineering Manager to lead the Engineering and Maintenance organization at the Bushy Park site, overseeing capital projects up to $3M and driving process optimization while ensuring safety and reliability.

You will develop talent, manage the site budget, and champion continuous improvement as a senior member of the Site Leadership Team, partnering with cross-functional teams to deliver safe, efficient operations.