Senior Country Engineering Process and Project Manager

Country Engineering Process and Project Manager oversees a team of Maintenance and Process Engineers, effectively bridging the gap between technical execution and business strategy. Role involves two Technology sites above 60k sqm and 700+ employees with the logistics and manufacturing activities. Acting as both a strategic leader and a mentor, this role guides the engineering team through the design, development, and delivery of complex manufacturing projects while actively fostering individual career growth. This position blends leadership, coaching, robust project planning, and technical oversight to ensure high performance and the delivery of quality products. This position will actively support New Product Introduction (NPI) and the new site launch process across our Technology Sites in Poland. For Zary site position will also act as a security in-charge designated lead having mandated additional responsibilities to meet Group requirements.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Lead, coach, and develop engineering managers, team leads, and engineers

• Conduct performance reviews, talent assessments, and succession planning

• Recruit, onboard, and retain top engineering talent

• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, inclusion, and continuous improvement

• Support employee development through mentoring and career growth plans 

• Implement new products and projects as a NPI Leader 

• Support and participate in the new site launch process across our Technology Sites in Poland

• Implement new solutions to optimize production costs
• Provide technical direction and guidance to engineering teams
• Review and approve major technical decisions and designs
• Drive standardization, best practices, and innovation
• Support root cause analysis and problem-solving for complex technical issues
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards
• Identify risks and implement mitigation plans
• Manage project priorities and allocation of resources
• Manage security area at Żary site 

• Oversee facilities management to ensure the site meets all local regulations and Health & Safety (H&S) requirements

• Drive continuous improvement in manufacturing processes in accordance with production schedules, quality standards, and cost targets

• Provide reports and recommendations to management upon request or as needed

• Provide support and guidance on diagnosing problems, replacing or repairing parts, testing and adjusting, or recommending subcontractors to resolve such issues

• Communicate and provide feedback to the Operations department and all other stakeholders as required

• Knowledge of quality and safety management standards used in a production/logistics environment, in particular ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001

• Knowledge of ATEX standards and regulatory compliance for explosive atmospheres environments

• Ability to work in accordance with quality system requirements — creating, updating, and complying with standardized process documentation (SOP, WI, instructions, control forms).

• Knowledge of audit principles and willingness to participate in process audits and implement corrective actions

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Master's degree in Engineering or a related technical field
• Proven experience in engineering management or team leadership within a manufacturing or production environment
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes paired with practical experience in a production setting
• Strong leadership, supervisory, and coaching skills
• Hands-on experience with TPM methodologies and key metrics, such as OEE, MTTR, and MTBR
• Proven experience working closely with operational departments and international stakeholders
• Good command of spoken and written English, allowing for fluent communication in a corporate environment
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Visio, and technical design/drawing software (AutoCAD)
• Excellent communication skills – You are an exceptional listener. You communicate clearly. You write exceptionally well and speak eloquently. You can explain practically anything to anyone. You feel comfortable on the phone or in a group – at any level. You are extremely tactful when conveying facts.
• Problem solving – You enjoy solving problems. You get to the heart of the matter. You love taking on difficult challenges and finding creative, innovative solutions. You don't get flustered easily. If you don't know the answer, you will dig until you find it.
• Detail-oriented – You pay close attention to details because they are one of your key strengths. You believe that anything worth doing is worth doing well, every time. You are focused and nothing escapes your attention.
• Exceptional critical thinking skills – You can identify gaps in logic and hidden causes of problems. You enjoy learning new things and are a quick learner.
• Ability to work in a team – You can work independently, as you manage yourself with limited guidance and support, but you also enjoy working in dynamic and multicultural teams. You are a friendly, helpful, and extremely organized person.
• Results-oriented – You take a proactive approach to competing priorities and meet deadlines and commitments, always presenting a positive “can-do” attitude.
• Confidentiality – You always ensure the confidentiality of company data.
• IT skills – Proficiency in the full Microsoft Office suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio.
• Willingness to travel – Willingness to travel occasionally.
• Foreign language skills – Proficiency in spoken and written Polish – additional languages, advanced language skills in English are required (enabling everyday fluent communication).

SKILLS

• Excellent communication skills – You are an exceptional listener. You communicate clearly. You write exceptionally well and speak eloquently. You can explain practically anything to anyone. You feel comfortable on the phone or in a group – at any level. You are extremely tactful when conveying facts.
• Problem solving – You enjoy solving problems. You get to the heart of the matter. You love taking on difficult challenges and finding creative, innovative solutions. You don't get flustered easily. If you don't know the answer, you will dig until you find it.
• Detail-oriented – You pay close attention to details because they are one of your key strengths. You believe that anything worth doing is worth doing well, every time. You are focused and nothing escapes your attention.
• Exceptional critical thinking skills – You can identify gaps in logic and hidden causes of problems. You enjoy learning new things and are a quick learner.
• Ability to work in a team – You can work independently, as you manage yourself with limited guidance and support, but you also enjoy working in dynamic and multicultural teams. You are a friendly, helpful, and extremely organized person.
• Results-oriented – You take a proactive approach to competing priorities and meet deadlines and commitments, always presenting a positive “can-do” attitude.
• Confidentiality – You always ensure the confidentiality of company data.
• IT skills – Proficiency in the full Microsoft Office suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio.
• Willingness to travel – Willingness to travel occasionally.
• Foreign language skills – Proficiency in spoken and written Polish – additional languages, advanced language skills in English are required (enabling everyday fluent communication).