Director of Engineering

Director of Engineering

LOCATION

Newport News, VA No Remote TYPE Direct Hire SALARY $165,000 - $210,000 / yr ID IA21-2753367 POSTED Mar 23, 2026

Job Title:

Director of Engineering

Location:

Newport News, VA

Salary:

$165K - $210K plus flat rate bonus Job Summary of the

Director of Engineering:

As Director, Engineering, you will lead and direct engineering operations across a key functional area, ensuring the efficient use of engineering resources to achieve world-class performance in our plants. You'll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives, resolve complex challenges, and ensure top-tier execution in everything from maintenance to capital budget management. Job Duties & Responsibilities of the

Director of Engineering:

Lead engineering teams in various Engineering disciplines across plants to ensure optimal performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Operations, HR, Safety, etc.) to achieve company goals. Oversee and manage Capital and Maintenance budgets and project planning. Drive engineering performance to meet operational goals efficiently and cost-effectively. Create and implement short-term and long-term operational plans to meet customer and quality standards. Identify and implement strategies to improve operational performance with internal and external resources. Provide clear direction on processes, schedules, and priorities for engineering teams. Develop and enforce best practices for engineering development. Ensure facilities comply with internal and external engineering standards and regulations. Analyze Asset Utilization and Optimization by utilization data and structure models on optimal replacement timing as well as methods to increase asset longevity. Lead and motivate engineering teams to achieve business objectives and deliver solutions on time and on budget. Partner with HR to develop leadership programs, manage performance, and build a diverse, high-performing workforce. Education & Experience Requirements of the

Director of Engineering:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Engineering, Business or related field. 10+ years of relevant experience in Engineering management; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required. 5+ years of experience in a position of leadership, including team development and management, is required. Prior experience in an engineering role required. Multi-Million CapEx Management experience. Ammonia Refrigeration experience. Professional Engineer License a plus. Food Industry experience required, meat industry background a plus. 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. Strong interpersonal, technical and presentation skills Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment. Ability to travel to other locations. (50% of the time).