Director of Facilities Engineering

Director of Facilities Engineering Sterling St James

LLC - 4.5

Sioux Falls, SD Job Details $160,000 - $210,000 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Preventative hardware maintenance SAP Team development Team management Maintenance management Productivity software Manufacturing Delegation Mechanical knowledge

Full Job Description Job Title:

Plant Engineering Director Location:

Sioux Falls, SD Salary:

$160-210K plus bonus Job Summary of the

Plant Engineering Director:

As the head of Maintenance and Engineering in a fast-paced plant, you'll ensure peak equipment performance and minimal downtime. You'll implement advanced systems like Preventative and Predictive Maintenance and TPM, propelling our plant toward high performance. Job Duties & Responsibilities of the

Plant Engineering Director:

Lead capital projects from concept to completion—on time, on budget, and with zero compromise on safety, food safety, or environmental standards. Manage all phases to minimize operational disruption and enhance plant capabilities through impactful, strategic improvements. Drive the development and execution of advanced maintenance strategies—including Preventive and Predictive Maintenance and TPM—to keep operations running at peak performance. Lead and inspire the maintenance team through effective task delegation, policy enforcement, and safety-first planning. Become the ultimate problem solver for daily operational challenges. From troubleshooting to long-term fixes, your proactive approach will minimize recurring issues and keep production running smoothly. Drive continuous improvement by developing and tracking Key Performance Indicators that measure the success of the maintenance function. From equipment reliability to supplier performance and overall equipment effectiveness, your insights will be crucial for maintaining peak performance across all areas of the plant. Lead and develop high-performing engineering teams through coaching, performance management, and collaboration with HR. Foster a culture of safety, communication, and recognition while building a diverse, empowered workforce. Education & Experience Requirements of the

Plant Engineering Director:

Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited four-year college or university in Engineering, Business or related field and 10+ years of experience in Engineering management; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required. Candidates with a Master's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field from an accredited four-year college or university and 8+ years of relevant experience will be considered qualified. 5+ years' experience in a position of leadership to include team development and management, required. Possess advanced technical skills in the mechanical/electrical fields (e.g. PLCs, instrumentation, mechanical engineering, etc.) and is able to lead resource planning efforts in a large manufacturing environment. Thorough knowledge of maintenance systems, work order process, preventive/predictive maintenance, TPM, etc. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and SAP. Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills. High level of written and oral communication skills, organizational planning, teamwork, analytical reasoning, and adaptability. Ability to communicate technical ideas to a non-technical audience effectively.