MP Materials · 16 hours ago
Senior Manager, Project Engineering
MP Materials is the only U.S. company with a fully integrated rare earth supply chain, specializing in advanced metal and magnet manufacturing. They are seeking a Senior Manager of Project Engineering to lead engineering standards for capital projects, focusing on innovation, efficiency, and excellence in manufacturing processes.
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Responsibilities
Provide strategic technical direction and leadership to the Capital Projects Team, guiding the technical planning, execution, and completion of complex engineering initiatives within budget and schedule constraints
Support development of comprehensive technical project plans, scopes of work, and engineering budgets for capital projects, aligning objectives with organizational goals and stakeholder expectations
Support the conceptualization and development and lead the review of engineering designs, ensuring proper interfaces, adherence to industry standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices in rare earth element magnet manufacturing
Provide technical guidance and expertise to the Capital Projects Team, resolving complex engineering challenges and optimizing design solutions to enhance equipment performance, reliability, and efficiency
Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact on project outcomes, proactively addressing issues related to safety, quality, cost, and schedule
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including equipment suppliers, contractors, and consultants, to procure materials and services, negotiate contracts, and ensure project deliverables meet quality and performance standards
Ensure all capital projects comply with relevant regulatory requirements, environmental regulations, and permitting processes, maintaining documentation and records in accordance with industry standards
Drive a culture of continuous improvement within the Capital Projects Team, implementing lessons learned, best practices, and innovative technologies to enhance project delivery processes and outcomes
Develop and implement design standards, specs, processes and procedures as required
Monitor and control the engineering progress on capital projects, and proactively develop strategies to mitigate project risks and areas of concern
Interface and collaborate with technical Subject Matter Experts, Plant Operation and Facilities leadership, HSE, Commissioning Leads, Cost Management Leads and other internal resources
Review design changes for technical validity and alignment with design standards
Communicate clearly, concisely, and transparently for all aspects of project delivery
Confidently deal with ambiguity, assess situations and take appropriate actions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering required, preferably in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
Proven experience in engineering management within the heavy industrial manufacturing sector, with a focus on capital projects and equipment installations, preferably in materials/metals production or similar industries
Demonstrated proficiency in project engineering methodologies, including project design reviews, interface management, technical risk management, with a track record of successfully delivering engineering scopes on schedule and within allotted budget
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders, including senior management, colleagues, and external partners
Knowledge of relevant industry standards, codes, and regulations governing heavy industrial manufacturing, as well as familiarity with emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in engineering and project management
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail and a systematic approach to decision-making and problem resolution
Flexibility to travel and work on-site as needed to support project activities, including occasional weekends or evenings as needed to accommodate project schedules and deadlines
Preferred
Professional Engineer license is desirable
Team Player with a desire to Learn and win
Leader mentally who is a self-starter with proactive management style
Excellent analytical problem-solving skills
Disciplined and Detail Oriented
Emotionally Intelligent
Excellent Verbal and Written Communicator
Company
MP Materials
MP Materials provides a sustainable, low-cost supply chain of coveted materials that help power the modern economy.
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