Design and Drafting Manager

Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 78 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over ~23000 professionals in >160 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree.

For additional information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com or follow us on social media.

Job Summary

You will be responsible for leading, coordinating, and overseeing design and drafting activities for the Americas DEPS team. This role ensures high-quality execution of mechanical and civil design work, effective resource planning, and the management of digital engineering assets, while maintaining alignment with project schedules and organizational standards.

Responsibilities

Engineering Leadership & Project Oversight

• Supervise, plan, develop, coordinate, and review engineering work related to mechanical and civil design for assigned projects.

• Ensure all engineering deliverables meet quality, safety, and regulatory standards.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive successful project execution.

• Manage the design and drafting workload within the Mechanical and CSA group.

• Establish, implement, and enforce standards and best practices for mechanical design.

• Oversee deliverables including mechanical equipment layouts, general arrangements, piping isometrics, pneumatic conveying lines, and material handling systems.

Resource Planning & Coordination

• Estimate staffing requirements and develop project schedules.

• Assign and prioritize work to meet critical deadlines.

• Coordinate closely with Project Managers, plant personnel, and the Associate Director of DEPS to align resources with project needs.

Digital Asset Management

• Manage and coordinate digital assets for the Americas DEPS team.

• Oversee systems including Building Information Modeling (BIM), Cadworx models, CAD files, and server infrastructure.

• Act as a liaison with IT to resolve system-related issues and ensure optimal performance of engineering tools.

Team Supervision & Technical Guidance

• Provide leadership, supervision, and technical direction to Designers, Drafters, and Engineers.

• Support team development through mentoring and knowledge sharing.

Engineering Review & Approval

• Review and approve key engineering drawings and documentation, including both design and field documents.

• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established standards.

Standards Development & Maintenance

• Develop, implement, and maintain drafting standards for Global Engineering within the Americas region.

• Promote consistency and best practices across all engineering deliverables.

Qualifications

• You have a minimum of 3 years managing engineering teams

• Associates or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering (or related field).

• Relevant experience in engineering design, supervision, or project coordination.

• Proficiency with BIM, CAD systems, and engineering design software.

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

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We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification.  If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you.

At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits which include medical, dental, vision & 401K, and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.

Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer, including Minorities / Women/ Veterans / Disabled.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Should you require assistance in applying to this opportunity, please reach out to Solenis Talent Acquisition at [email protected]