Director of Engineering
NetworkPedia, Newport News, VA, United States
Employment Type
Full-Time
Client Food Manufacturing Industry
About the Role We are seeking a
Director of Engineering
to lead and oversee engineering operations across multiple manufacturing facilities within the food industry.
This role will be responsible for driving
operational excellence, capital planning, and engineering performance , while partnering with cross‑functional teams to optimize plant operations and ensure compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership experience along with a background in
meat processing (beef, poultry, or pork)
environments.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage
engineering teams across multiple plants , ensuring optimal performance and efficiency
Collaborate with
Operations, HR, Safety, and other stakeholders
to achieve organizational goals
Oversee
capital expenditure (CapEx) and maintenance budgets , ensuring effective planning and execution
Develop and implement
short‑term and long‑term engineering strategies
aligned with business objectives
Drive improvements in
asset utilization, performance optimization, and lifecycle management
Establish and enforce
engineering standards, processes, and best practices
Ensure compliance with
regulatory, safety, and internal engineering standards
Lead
project execution and delivery , ensuring timelines, quality, and budget adherence
Analyze operational data to identify opportunities for
efficiency improvements and cost reduction
Partner with HR to support
team development, leadership programs, and performance management
Provide clear communication of technical strategies to both
technical and non‑technical stakeholders
Travel across locations (up to 50%) to support plant operations and initiatives
Mandatory Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field
10+ years of experience in
engineering management within manufacturing environments
5+ years of leadership experience managing teams and driving performance
Prior experience in
food manufacturing (mandatory)
– meat industry (beef/chicken/pork) preferred
Strong experience managing
multi‑million‑dollar CapEx projects and budgets
Experience with
ammonia refrigeration systems
Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills
Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for business stakeholders
Proficiency with
Microsoft Office and SAP systems
Preferred Skills
Professional Engineer (PE) License
Experience with
asset optimization, lifecycle planning, and maintenance strategies
Strong background in
continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives
Experience working in
fast‑paced, multi‑site manufacturing environments
Why Join Us
Leadership role in a
high‑impact, large‑scale manufacturing environment
Opportunity to drive
strategic engineering initiatives and operational transformation
Work with cross‑functional teams in a
dynamic and growth‑focused organization
Competitive compensation with performance‑based incentives
About NetworkPedia NetworkPedia is a certified women‑owned technology and talent solutions company, providing IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, managed services, and specialized recruitment across North Americas and beyond. Our mission is to empower organizations with secure, scalable, and innovative technology while building inclusive teams that reflect the communities we serve.
As a trusted partner, we deliver expertise across networking, cloud, IT service management, and security operations, along with staffing solutions for niche technology roles. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in all our hiring practices and ensure that our opportunities are open to all qualified applicants, without discrimination on the basis of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or disability.
How to Apply Apply directly via LinkedIn Easy Apply. All applications are routed to our central recruitment email id -
recruitment@networkpedia.com
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Client Food Manufacturing Industry
About the Role We are seeking a
Director of Engineering
to lead and oversee engineering operations across multiple manufacturing facilities within the food industry.
This role will be responsible for driving
operational excellence, capital planning, and engineering performance , while partnering with cross‑functional teams to optimize plant operations and ensure compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership experience along with a background in
meat processing (beef, poultry, or pork)
environments.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage
engineering teams across multiple plants , ensuring optimal performance and efficiency
Collaborate with
Operations, HR, Safety, and other stakeholders
to achieve organizational goals
Oversee
capital expenditure (CapEx) and maintenance budgets , ensuring effective planning and execution
Develop and implement
short‑term and long‑term engineering strategies
aligned with business objectives
Drive improvements in
asset utilization, performance optimization, and lifecycle management
Establish and enforce
engineering standards, processes, and best practices
Ensure compliance with
regulatory, safety, and internal engineering standards
Lead
project execution and delivery , ensuring timelines, quality, and budget adherence
Analyze operational data to identify opportunities for
efficiency improvements and cost reduction
Partner with HR to support
team development, leadership programs, and performance management
Provide clear communication of technical strategies to both
technical and non‑technical stakeholders
Travel across locations (up to 50%) to support plant operations and initiatives
Mandatory Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field
10+ years of experience in
engineering management within manufacturing environments
5+ years of leadership experience managing teams and driving performance
Prior experience in
food manufacturing (mandatory)
– meat industry (beef/chicken/pork) preferred
Strong experience managing
multi‑million‑dollar CapEx projects and budgets
Experience with
ammonia refrigeration systems
Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills
Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for business stakeholders
Proficiency with
Microsoft Office and SAP systems
Preferred Skills
Professional Engineer (PE) License
Experience with
asset optimization, lifecycle planning, and maintenance strategies
Strong background in
continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives
Experience working in
fast‑paced, multi‑site manufacturing environments
Why Join Us
Leadership role in a
high‑impact, large‑scale manufacturing environment
Opportunity to drive
strategic engineering initiatives and operational transformation
Work with cross‑functional teams in a
dynamic and growth‑focused organization
Competitive compensation with performance‑based incentives
About NetworkPedia NetworkPedia is a certified women‑owned technology and talent solutions company, providing IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, managed services, and specialized recruitment across North Americas and beyond. Our mission is to empower organizations with secure, scalable, and innovative technology while building inclusive teams that reflect the communities we serve.
As a trusted partner, we deliver expertise across networking, cloud, IT service management, and security operations, along with staffing solutions for niche technology roles. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in all our hiring practices and ensure that our opportunities are open to all qualified applicants, without discrimination on the basis of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or disability.
How to Apply Apply directly via LinkedIn Easy Apply. All applications are routed to our central recruitment email id -
recruitment@networkpedia.com
#J-18808-Ljbffr