Process Engineering Department Manager

Are you a seasoned process engineer with a passion for leadership and innovation? Eichleay is seeking a Process Engineering Department Manager to lead a high-performing team in delivering innovative, multi-disciplinary projects across the Western United States.

In this strategic role, you’ll not only guide and mentor a talented team of process engineers, but you will also actively contribute to project execution, ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction.

This is a hands-on leadership role, ideal for someone who excels at both guiding a team and actively performing work.

This position allows for remote work.

The role may be based in a home office located within 50 miles of Eichleay’s Orange, CA office, or from one of Eichleay's offices in Larkspur, CA; Billings, MT; Ferndale, WA.

Alternatively, we will consider applicants who can perform the role remotely from a state where the company operates in the Western US (CA, CO, ID, MT, NV, WA).

Please note that any remote role will require travel.

Compensation: $160,000 – $220,000

*anticipated annual salary may vary based on skills, experience, qualifications, location and internal peer equity.  The pay range listed for this position is based on the anticipated base compensation at the time of the posting. 

Company Overview:

Eichleay is a dynamic organization with over 150 years of experience in delivering project management and engineering solutions across various industries, including life sciences, energy and chemicals, power, and food and beverage.

We are committed to innovation, excellence, and building long-lasting relationships with our clients.

Key Responsibilities:


* Lead and supervise a team of process engineers; manage project assignments and team priorities.

Support a variety of projects that may include greenfield, brownfield, and revamp projects across diverse industries.

Responsible for meeting department utilization targets.


* Meet regularly with other Department Managers to promote collaboration across departments and strategize on overall goals related to business and capability growth. 


* Conduct regular team meetings to share updates, recognize achievements, and provide feedback.


* Ensure quality control is performed on projects and resolve any project quality issues promptly.

Present any lessons learned to the organization.


* Set clear expectations for the process team on budget/change management, schedule adherence, and technical quality.


* Drive performance management, succession planning, and employee development within your team.


* Manages resources across multiple locations, including technical oversight for seconded staff. 


* Oversee the interviewing and hiring process for new team members, ensuring recruitment of top engineering talent to support ongoing and future projects.


* Collaborate with the business development team to enhance capabilities and develop unique value propositions.

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