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Engineering Manager (Food Manufacturing) Jobs in Giza, Al Jizah, Egypt at Confidential
Title: Engineering Manager (Food Manufacturing)
Company: Confidential
Location: Giza, Al Jizah, Egypt
Location: Giza, New 6th of October, Zone One Industrial Area
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Food & Beverage Manufacturing
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Engineering Manager to lead our engineering function, supervise machine installation, oversee building and facilities maintenance, and support the establishment and development of the Engineering Department within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will ensure high operational reliability, robust engineering systems, and continuous improvement across all plant operations.
Key Responsibilities
Engineering Management:
- Lead, develop, and supervise the engineering and maintenance team.
- Oversee preventive and predictive maintenance programs to maximize equipment uptime.
- Lead machine installation, commissioning, upgrades, and automation projects.
- Ensure plant compliance with food safety, quality, environmental, and regulatory standards.
- Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective and preventive actions.
- Manage budgets, spare parts inventory, and contractor/vendor activities.
- Optimize plant utilities including steam, refrigeration, HVAC, water, and compressed air.
- Drive continuous improvement (CI/lean manufacturing) initiatives.
Building & Facilities Maintenance:
- Oversee the operation and maintenance of buildings, facilities, utilities, and infrastructure.
- Manage facility systems (electrical supply, HVAC, fire protection, plumbing, structural integrity).
- Lead facility improvement, repair, and expansion projects.
- Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
Department Establishment & Development:
- Develop and structure the Engineering Department to support business goals.
- Implement departmental SOPs, engineering standards, and maintenance workflows (including CMMS).
- Define team roles, responsibilities, and KPIs for performance management.
- Build a culture of safety, reliability, and technical excellence.
- Implement training programs to enhance technical skills in the team.
- Maintain robust documentation, reporting, and compliance systems.
Software & Technical Skills
- Proficiency in SCADA systems (monitoring, data analysis, alarm management).
- Experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or equivalent).
- Skilled in HMI configuration, automation interfaces, and control systems.
- Familiarity with CMMS software for maintenance planning and asset management.
- Competence in AutoCAD or similar tools for engineering drawings.
- Knowledge of industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, Profibus, Modbus).
- Strong computer literacy (MS Office, data analysis tools, engineering software).
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field).
- 5–7 years of engineering leadership experience in food, FMCG, or manufacturing.
- Proven experience in machine installation, commissioning, and equipment reliability.
- Experience in building and facilities maintenance.
- Strong understanding of food industry standards (HACCP, ISO, GMP).
- Demonstrated ability in developing or establishing an engineering/maintenance department.
- Strong project management background and experience with automation systems.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and analytical skills.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach
- Excellent organizational and planning capabilities
- Continuous improvement mindset