Engineering Manager – MEP
ConfidentialPOSITION SUMMARY: The Engineering Leader for MEP Systems is first and foremost a leader of people, responsible for building, developing, and holding accountable the MEP Engineering Team, including Design and Process Engineers, Electrical Engineers, Drafters, and external engineering partners. This role integrates engineering with manufacturing, supply chain, program management, quality, and regulatory requirements to deliver build-ready designs, reliable work sequencing, and timely resolution of production issues. Serving as the business owner for MEP Engineering, this leader establishes standardized processes, strengthens team capability and accountability, advances Lean and continuous improvement, and drives safe, high-quality, on-time, and cost-effective project execution with minimal rework. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Culture & Leadership Maintain a strong, visible presence on the shop floor to drive engagement, accountability, and problem-solving Reinforce company values of Trust, Belonging, Recognition, and Resilience through daily leadership behaviors Foster an environment where teams proactively identify issues and take ownership of solutions Recognize and reward behaviors that support operational excellence and continuous improvement Recruit, develop, and retain engineering talent; build bench strength and succession depth Set clear expectations, deliver direct and timely feedback, and manage performance — including addressing underperformance Coach engineers in structured problem-solving rather than solving problems for them Standardization & Process Discipline Establish and enforce a consistent way of working across the Mechanical, Electrical, Piping Engineering Team Define and sustain installation standards, sequencing, and quality checkpoints in partnership with Quality Assurance and Quality Control Reduce variability, rework, and process inconsistency through disciplined execution anchored on the daily tiered system (SQDC). Lean, Continuous Improvement & Performance Execution Assist Lean/CI transformation within the value stream by demonstrating standard work, daily management, and structured problem-solving Drive continuous improvement tied directly to SQDC performance gaps Establish a culture of proactive, daily improvement vs. reactive firefighting Hold teams accountable to daily, weekly, and program-level execution and results Drive Engineering Execution Own the performance and execution of core engineering and manufacturing engineering within the value stream, ensuring engineering outputs are buildable, timely, and aligned with operational sequencing and installation standards Ensure strong integration between engineering and manufacturing to eliminate rework, delays, and floor-driven interpretation Drive build readiness, clear work sequencing, and rapid resolution of engineering issues impacting production Regulatory Compliance Management: Acting as the engineering gatekeeper for systems approval, ensuring all process loops, electrical loads, and marine piping systems pass strict regulatory audits (e.g., American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), DNV, or USCG rules) before drawings hit the production floor. Vendor & Contractor Governance: Evaluate needs and perform make vs. buy exercises to determine scope of work for vendors. Oversee outside engineering firms and specialized contract drafters to ensure schematics and production packages adhere strictly to shipyard construction standards and budget hours. Retains full accountability for the cost, schedule, quality, and buildability of outsourced engineering scope — partner performance is this role's performance. Planning, Materials & Cross-Functional Integration Integrate planning, materials, and engineering into execution by partnering with Supply Chain, Planning, Production Supervision, Quality, and Program Management Provide input into capacity planning, sequencing, and constraint management Support predictable project execution aligned with program sc…