Associate Director, Engineering (CAPEX) - Manufacturing

Associate Director

Our client is a global, multibillion dollar manufacturing conglomerate hiring out of its SC site due to growth. The business is in search of an Associate Director which will lead a team of Engineers to champion major CAPEX projects for manufacturing operations expansion.

Job Description

Lead project and process engineering efforts across equipment, automation, facility, and production improvement projects.

Build, mentor, and guide a high‑performing engineering team.

Develop capital project business cases and secure internal approvals.

Create project schedules and deliver progress updates to leadership.

Collaborate cross‑functionally to ensure timely execution of project deliverables.

Develop equipment specifications, RFQs, bid comparisons, and vendor negotiations.

Manage installations, utilities, commissioning, and validation support activities.

Oversee PFMEA development and foundational engineering processes.

Support production troubleshooting and continuous improvement initiatives.

Provide CAD layouts and 3D mechanical support when required.

Prepare technical reports and corrective action responses as needed.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.

7-10 years of project or manufacturing engineering experience within a regulated environment.

Must have a mechanical background and aptitude.

Strong background in equipment design, SolidWorks, and AutoCAD layout development.

Experience with plant expansion, high‑speed equipment, or automation preferred.

Demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional teams and mentor junior engineers.

Skilled in developing PFMEAs, timelines, and risk‑based project decisions.

Hands‑on understanding of production processes such as mixing, encapsulation, bottling, and labeling.

Strong communication, problem‑solving, and leadership abilities.

What's on Offer

Competitive salary package commensurate with experience and seniority.

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees at no cost.

Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance.

401(k) plan with an employer match.

Relocation assistance for non-local candidates.

Gym membership reimbursement and a monthly allowance for the company's products.

Generous PTO, volunteer time, and holiday leave.

Robust training, professional development support, and clear pathways for career growth within a scaling organization.

Job summary:

Sector: Engineering & Manufacturing

Sub Sector: Project / Program Management

Industry: Industrial / Manufacturing

Where: Charleston

Contract Type: Permanent