Engineering Protocol Manager

Louisiana-Pacific Corporation; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Engineering Protocol Manager to lead the development and maintenance of IT structures for capital projects. This role involves managing engineering resources, standardizing processes, and ensuring compliance with IT protocols. You will play a crucial part in enhancing the quality and consistency of digital engineering assets while collaborating with various departments. If you have a strong background in engineering software and project management, along with a passion for innovation and teamwork, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a company committed to building a better world and fostering a culture of inclusion and growth.

Benefits

Competitive health benefits

Retirement matching

Profit sharing

Bonus opportunities

Free counseling opportunities

Generous PTO policy

Continued education assistance

Professional development resources

Career pathing and leadership advancement

Volunteerism support

Qualifications

• 4-6 years in engineering or capital project management.
• Experience in managing staff and engineering software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain engineering standards for project completion.
• Manage software licensing and provide training to engineers.

Skills

Engineering Software (AutoCad, Revit, Inventor)

Project Management

Mathematics

Data Analysis

Effective Communication

Problem Solving

Life-long Learning

Education

BS in Engineering

Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

Navisworks

ReCap

Job description

Job Description Engineering Protocol Manager Req Id: 11216 Job Location: Home Office LP Posting Start Date: 1/28/25 Work Environment: Remote Job Description:

Job Purpose

Provide leadership on defining, developing, and maintaining IT structures and processes to manage LP’s digital assets relating to the execution of Capital Projects. The position will be responsible for managing internal and external engineering resources to standardize processes, and lead efforts that require IT solutions and security interfaces with LPs IT department. These efforts are intended to drive quality improvements and consistency in the development and handover of LP’s digital engineering assets.

In this position you will have the opportunity to:

• Develop and maintain engineering department standards relating to the technology required to get projects completed. These standards are to include but not be limited to: 3D Modeling Standards, Point Cloud Standards, 2D Drawing Standards, SharePoint Document Control Standards.
• Coordinate IT protocols and standard development with LP’s IT department to ensure security compliance.
• Manage the engineering departments software licensing requirements, provide 1st level support & training to LP engineers on engineering software packages & documentation protocol processes.
• Provide support and training to external resources that work with LP to ensure LP protocols are executed.
• Work with Sr Project Engineers and REMs to identify projects completed to gather and properly archive LP’s modeling and point cloud assets.
• Lead external engineering, or complete personally an annual update of 2D GA facility drawings based on 3D modeling completed on Capital Projects the prior calendar year.
• Support LP engineering resources by coordinating the solicitation of survey, utility locate, and point cloud services.
• Provide LP engineering with annual updates & training on software package developments, new tools available, and protocol changes associated with software/IT system updates.
• Support conceptual design support for engineering activities associated with the strategic projects.
• Partner with external design groups as necessary to guide the successful implementation of LP’s design, Modeling, Scanning, and drafting standards.
• Lead collection and data gathering efforts required to conduct engineering evaluations, scope of work development, preliminary or detailed design specifications and coordination of installation or construction efforts related to strategic projects.
• Assume responsibility for personal safety and for the safety performance of all personnel, projects and programs managed.
• Work closely with other Corporate Functions including Supply Management, Audit, Financial Services, Environmental Services and Information Technology to assure conformance with corporate policy.
• Conduct special projects/studies, as opportunities arise, relating to technology and capital effectiveness.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

What do I need to be successful?

Experience:

• 4 - 6 years experience as a practicing professional in one or more of the following fields; engineering, capital project management.
• Demonstrated experience managing staff.
• Or any combination of experience and training that demonstrates the ability to perform the key responsibilities of this position.

Skills, knowledge, abilities:

• Thorough understanding of engineering software such as AutoCad, Revit, Inventor, ReCap, Navisworks, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Project.
• Knowledge of building products industry, construction industry, equipment, and processes.
• The ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering to a variety of manufacturing problems.
• The ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data.
• The ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs.
• The ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams.
• The ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems.
• An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility.
• The ability to communicate effectively.
• A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning.
• The ability to use the techniques, skills and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.

Education

• BS in Engineering, Applied Science, or related field.
• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certification desirable.

**(BS equivalency = 7-10 years in a Design Engineering role supporting capital project implementation.)

Work Environment

• This position works in both an office environment and in a manufacturing environment.
• Light to moderate travel requiring a flexible schedule is required.

We are committed to providing resources and solutions that help build a better world for every LP team member.

Benefits:

We do this through offering:

Wellness Solutions

• Physical wellness through competitive health benefits.
• Financial wellness through retirement matching, profit sharing and bonus opportunities at all levels.
• Mental wellness through free counseling opportunities, prioritizing work-life balance and a generous PTO policy.

Culture Solutions

• Team member safety & well being.
• Commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging.
• Recognition for employees through rewards system.

Development Solutions

• Continued education assistance available.
• Professional development resources for continual growth.
• Career pathing and leadership advancement.

Community Engagement Solutions

• Volunteerism and financial support for charities and educational facilities in our local communities.

About LP:

We are a leading provider of high-performance building solutions that meet the demands of builders, remodelers, and homeowners worldwide. We manufacture engineered wood building products that include an extensive offering of innovative and dependable building materials and accessories. Since our founding in 1972, we’ve developed careers and provided advancement opportunities in the building products industry. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, LP operates more than 20 facilities across North and South America.