Director - Engineering

Linde Gas & Equipment Inc.

Job Title: Director of Engineering

Location: Medford, OR, Kingman, AZ or Alpha, NJ
Reports To: VP - Operations and Engineering
Department: LG&E

Scope: $ 30MM annual capital spend

Position Summary:

The Director of Engineering is responsible for leading and managing engineering projects from concept through execution, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, budget constraints, and operational excellence. This role oversees cross-functional engineering teams, collaborates closely with manufacturing plant leadership and personnel, and presents strategic insights and project outcomes to executive leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Leadership & Execution




• Direct and manage multiple engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget.
• Develop and monitor project budgets, resource allocation, and timelines.
• Drive standardization of best practices in project management and engineering methodologies.
• Provide technical support to Linde's global electronics organization.




• Team Management




• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of engineers and technical staff.
• Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Conduct performance reviews and support career development initiatives.




• Compliance & Safety




• Ensure all engineering activities comply with industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies.
• Be a visible leader in promoting a safe and inclusive work environment.




• Cross-Functional Collaboration




• Partner with product management and sales to align engineering initiatives with business growth objectives.
• Facilitate effective communication between engineering, operations, safety, quality, and supply chain teams.




• Strategic Planning & Reporting




• Present project updates, technical findings, and strategic recommendations to executive leadership.
• Contribute to long-term planning and innovation roadmaps.
• Analyze engineering performance metrics and implement improvements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or related field);
• 15+ years of progressive engineering experience, including 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience managing complex engineering projects and budgets.
• Established commitment to a strong safety culture.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and plant operations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools and engineering software.

Preferred Skills:

• PMP certification or equivalent project management training.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and data analytics tools.

Why you will enjoy working with us:

Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2024 sales of $33 billion.

Linde Gas & Equipment Inc. (LG&E) is part of the largest Welding, Industrial, Medical, and Specialty Gases companies in the U.S. We carry a comprehensive selection of industrial gases, such as oxygen, nitrogen, argon, and carbon dioxide, etc. LG&E has an extensive network of production plants, retail stores, distribution centers, and customer service locations with a focus on making our world more productive every day by providing high-quality solutions, technologies and services which are making our customers more successful by helping to sustain and protect our planet.

For more information about the company, please visit our website.

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