Project Engineering Manager

AAK


Date: 4 hours ago
City: Richmond, CA
Salary: $170,197 - $283,662 per year
Contract type: Full time
AAK USA, INC.

Engineering Manager- Richmond, CA

Making Better Happen

Our story goes back more than 150 years, to the windy coast where Sweden and Denmark meet.

From our success in Scandinavia, we've grown into the world's leading specialist producer of plant-based oils, employing more than 4000 people all across the globe.

We work with our customers to make the products you love even better. The oils we produce go into making your chocolate extra ­ creamy or putting the crunch into your croissant. And it's not just food - we work across industries to make products that are higher quality, healthier and better for the planet.

Every one of us works towards our shared purpose: Making Better Happen.

Everything we do is about Making Better Happen together.

Join nearly 4,000 like-minded colleagues globally and build a better future with us.

Build a better future as a Engineering Manager in Richmond, CA

Compensation Range: $170,197 - $283,662

Possible Bonus: 10%

AAK Richmond

Richmond, CA

About The Role

The Engineering Manager will lead a team of technical resources in the planning, design, and execution of capital and improvement projects. The manager will also lead the team in helping to resolve technical issues that are happening in the facility. This position ensures that all projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality, safety, and performance while engaging the team as a resource to technical issues that develop in the facility. This role combines strong project management skills with deep technical knowledge and a passion for developing people and improving processes.

Responsibilities

Lead the planning, budgeting, design, execution, and completion of capital and plant improvement projects

Ensure projects meet safety, quality, timing, and cost expectations

Evaluate technical feasibility and recommend improvements in systems, processes, and equipment related to oil processing (refining, bleaching, deodorizing)

Lead team in solutions to ongoing technical issues in the facilty.

Manage, mentor, and develop the engineering team

Set clear performance goals and regularly evaluate progress through formal performance reviews and ongoing feedback

Identify skills gaps and training needs; develop and execute technical training plans to enhance team capability

Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth

Partner with operations, maintenance, quality, EH&S, procurement, and leadership to ensure project alignment with plant priorities

Lead cross-functional meetings and communicate project status updates effectively

Ensure all projects comply with internal standards, local, and national codes, food safety regulations, OSHA, and EPA guidelines

Maintain thorough documentation including scopes of work, engineering drawings, equipment specifications, budgets, and change controls

About You

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, chemical or industrial engineering is preferred.

10+ years of engineering experience, preferably in food, chemical, or edible oil manufacturing

3+ years experience managing capital projects and leading engineering teams

Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively communicate with project team members and stakeholders.

Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy in managing project documentation.

Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and address risks and issues.

Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, as well as independently with minimal supervision.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and work effectively with individuals at all levels of an organization.

Preferred Skills:

Familiarity with Procore.

Proficient in project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, AutoCAD, etc.)

In return AAK offer

Career paths, training and development, e-learning and tuition reimbursement programs offer potential for you to progress your future career

Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental and vision) starting date of hire

Health Savings Account with AAK annual contribution of $1,000-$1,500

We match 100% of the first 3% you contribute to your 401(k), and 50% of the next 3%

Free Life and Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Supplemental Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection and Legal Insurance Plans

Discounts on travel, amusement parks, concerts, movies, and more

Celebrations, events, and activities on site and supporting our communities

Recognition incentives for service and peer to peer recognition

About AAK

Everything AAK does is about Making Better Happen. We specialize in plant-based oils that are the value-adding ingredients in many of the products people love to consume. We make these products better tasting, healthier, and more sustainable. At the heart of AAK’s offer is Customer Co-Development, combining our desire to understand what better means for each customer, with the unique flexibility of our production assets, and a deep knowledge of many products and industries, including Chocolate & Confectionery, Bakery, Dairy, Plant-based Foods, Special Nutrition, Foodservice and Personal Care. Our 4,000 employees support our close collaboration with customers through 25 regional sales offices, 15 dedicated Customer Innovation Centers, and with the support of more than 20 production facilities. Listed on Nasdaq Stockholm and with our headquarters in Malmö, Sweden, AAK has been Making Better Happen for more than 150 years.

AAK prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, religion, veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under state or federal law in any aspect of the access to, admission, or treatment of students in its programs and activities, or in employment and application for employment.

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