Lead Engineer Job Description

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Lead Engineer Job Description

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Job summary 1

The Lead Engineer is responsible for the successful configuration, deployment, and use of engineering design and design process tools/platforms. The scope includes the management of governing work processes associated with engineering tools, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and serving as an escalation point for tool performance issues and improvement opportunities.

Duties & Responsibilities 1

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Work as a business partner with other team members (IT, Project Management, Engineering) to evaluate/improve engineering tool configuration, deployment, and execution, including requirements definition, best practices, lessons learned issue resolution, break-fix, enhancements, and upgrades
Ensure ongoing conformance to quality assurance program requirements, system architecture, standards, and practices
- Mentor and train engineering team members in engineering tools, configuration, and use
- Provide timely communications on significant issues or developments
- Investigate problem areas and platform needs and develop recommendations for platform development programs and maintenance.

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Job summary 2

We're looking for a Lead Engineer. The right candidate will partner with Category Leads to manage the structural packaging design as projects move through the development process. This role requires a high degree of resourcefulness, problem-solving ability, and entrepreneurial determination. They should have a deep understanding of packaging design, supplier capabilities, and restaurant operations. They will manage the day-to-day development of packaging solutions that meet the strategic requirements of the business and or projects. Additionally, they will be responsible for managing large-scale projects from start to finish. It includes coordinating with cross-functional partners, as part of a project team. Developing and maintaining timelines and project management tools, as well as managing to process phases. This often includes partnering with our Menu team to ensure that packaging solutions represent the brand, honor our menu, and meet our sustainability goals, and overall packaging system requirements. This person will spend time developing Operator relationships and spending time in stores to evaluate opportunities and facilitate testing.

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Project Management
Process visualization
Packaging or Product Design
Testing methodology and protocols
- 3.0 GPA
- 5 Years of Work Experience
- Experience working at Chick-fil-A Support Center, in restaurant, or both strongly preferred

Job summary 3

The Lead Engineer has some autonomy but is focused on the execution of activities within an operating discipline covered by standard functional practices and procedures. Some judgment may be required but this is typical with guidance. Project management for highly complex development engine testing.

Duties & Responsibilities 3

Responsible for execution of development engine testing, inspection, and data acquisition for use in the design and validation of products and services.
- Developing in-depth knowledge of a technical discipline. Uses prior experience and acquired technical expertise to execute policy/strategy.
- In-depth understanding of key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work. In-depth understanding of how the work of own team integrates with other teams and contributes to the area.
- Uses some level of judgment and can propose different solutions outside of set parameters but with guidance. Uses prior experience and on-the-job training to solve straightforward tasks. Has access to technical skills and analytic thinking required to solve problems. May use multiple internal sources outside of own team to arrive at decisions.

Requirements & Skills 3

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 6 years of experience in Engineering.
Three years experience in an Engineering role.

Job summary 4

The Lead Engineer supports the design, procurement, and construction of all sandwich-making and packaging equipment. Major equipment includes slicing, depositing/capping, cutting/crimping, flow wrapping, blast freezing, carton/case packing, and palletizing.

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A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering is required (Mechanical, Industrial, or Chemical engineering is preferred)
2 - 5 years of relevant experience.
- Experience managing or supporting major capital projects.
- Ability to lead and guide contract engineering/construction management firms and contractors.
- Prior experience working cross-functionally with Business and Operations teams.

Job summary 5

As a Lead Engineer, you will own the project control activity globally and drive consistent functional specifications and common global processes for project implementation.

Duties & Responsibilities 5

Supporting global commercial organizations with application engineering expertise as part of the pre-ITO (requisition) process.
Supporting both regional & global proposal development for direct and indirect sales opportunities for control valves
Leading analytical and design activities using proven technologies and vested approaches and methods.
Driving continuous improvement of the Commercial and Application Engineering team to best position our solutions based on external market requirements
Supporting regional channel partners with commercial proposals, training, customer engagement, and application engineering
- Providing control valve leadership and guidance during the deal review process, ensuring all technical risks, mitigation, and business risks acceptance levels are appropriately incorporated.
- Demonstrating accountability for functional, business, and broad company objectives.
- Leading the development of control valve proposals, driving configuration, timing, quality, and competitiveness to match customer requirements.

Requirements & Skills 5

Have Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university or college
Have minimum 5 years of Sales Origination experience

Job summary 6

The Lead Engineer provides direction, guidance, and assistance to ensure quality data is acquired at every terminal and appropriately shared with the customer. He/She will be focal for data quality issues at any of the development test sites. He/She will utilize his/her initiative to find, prevent, and address issues and concerns. The role of the data quality focal is to assist site personnel with any issues preventing them from providing our customers with quality data; to share his/her knowledge and skills, where applicable, for lessons learned (e.g. train when/where necessary); exemplify and maintain an atmosphere of professionalism, respect, and business conscientiousness throughout the team: be solutions focused, and to provide the direction and the example necessary for the importance of providing quality data to our customers. He/she may also be asked to take the lead, or participate, in special projects; and should be capable of providing information, analysis, and feedback in a presentable form to the team without prompt (i.e., when needed and before being asked) and upon request.

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Job summary 7

The Lead Engineer is responsible to ensure the proper efficient operations and maintenance of the mechanical electrical and plumbing systems for the assigned facility. The performance of all necessary maintenance and operational tasks is developed to assure maximum life and reliability of all mechanical/ electrical/plumbing systems. Typically, this position does not have a Chief Engineer on-site at the building and is sometimes the solo engineer at the building. This position may also include the supervision of maintenance staff at the building depending on the size and complexity of the assignment.

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High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
Graduate of apprentice program or trade school preferred
Appropriate license/permit for trade as may be required, i.e. Journeyman or Master Electrician License, City License, Operators License, Steam Engineers License, etc.
Possess a valid “Universal” level certification for CFC and HFC-based refrigerants (EPA Section 608); to service, repair, or dispose of equipment that could release ozone-depleting refrigerants to the atmosphere or any similar combination of education and experience
Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and good driving record with periodic checks
Basic Computing Skills in Outlook, Excel & Word
- Experience in operation, maintenance, and basic repair of HVAC, boilers, heaters, pumps, refrigerant systems, compressors, water systems, etc.
- Knowledgeable in energy management systems, techniques, and operations.
- Thorough knowledge in all building systems operations, maintenance, and repair

Job summary 8

The Lead Engineer is at the specialist level of the Engineering classification hierarchy. Employees at this level solve complex problems, manage work, and provide leadership to others in engineering areas of specialization, with minimal supervision and increased latitude for un-reviewed work. The Lead Engineer serves in lead roles guiding others. They are also expected to have advanced skills and the ability to work independently. The position is part of the Customer Delivery capacity planning group and acts as the liaison and SME for Transmission projects and requests (nomenclature reviews, land use agreements, transformer tap settings, capacitor sizing, one-line reviews, etc). The position will coordinate and submit the required documentation for 10-year T/D substation and distribution projects. Will assist in coordinating substation land purchases, transmission line siting, and design/construction of all customer delivery requested T/D substations. Will assist in coordinating any needed distribution work for all T/D projects.

Duties & Responsibilities 8

Provides engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis, and resolution of complex problems in an area of expertise with the ability to visualize long-term results and assess impacts on a system-wide basis.
Ensures accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring of work activities where only limited standardization exists; handles differing situations which require searching for solutions within the area of expertise.
Prepares thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations, and sketches with the ability to conduct analysis and recommend process enhancements and standards relative to the area of assignment.
Conducts engineering and related studies with full technical responsibility for planning and coordinating complex projects; applies extensive technical expertise to manage projects and disseminate knowledge to enhance the organizational unit's competitive position.
Possesses and applies a broad knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures; demonstrates the ability to analyze and recommend enhancements to business processes and develops standards relevant to the area of assignment. Keeps abreast of new developments, technologies procedures, and equipment.
- Develops positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities. Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills. Maintains accurate records and files.
- Supports the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally.
- Coaches and mentors other engineering and non-degreed engineering professionals.

Requirements & Skills 8

Job summary 9

As a Lead Engineer you will operate and maintain all building systems, troubleshoot operations failures and re-establish building services; act as building systems expert in recognizing deficiencies in current systems, and understand and explain the impact of implementing changes to current systems or installation of new systems. You will also lead a crew in day-to-day operations and maintenance responsibilities, including scheduling personnel and tracking/reporting budgeted and unbudgeted expenses.

Duties & Responsibilities 9

Perform general maintenance and repairs on all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems including, but not limited to pumps, chillers, boilers, air compressors, and air handling units.
Maintain operation logs and files, where appropriate, to include, but are not limited to central plant operations, chemical consumption logs, and other equipment or operation inspection logs specific to the property.
- Apply well-developed knowledge and skills in HVAC distribution and controls to make adjustments and/or corrective actions to resolve work orders.
- Maintain ethical, professional, and courteous relations with contractors and tenants.
- Establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with the entire operation staff and perform as a team member.

Requirements & Skills 9

High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution.
Three or more years experience as a Building Engineer or equivalent facilities technical trade.

Job summary 10

We are looking for a Lead Engineer.

Duties & Responsibilities 10

Promote teamwork and positive morale. Substitute or relieve lower classification engineers as necessary.
Direct and coordinate contractor activities as needed. Maintain proper inventory controls over-engineering supplies. Obtain bids for equipment and supplies.
Create and submit PO requisitions for approval and processing. Keep the working area clean and free of obstructions of any kind. Must have his/her basic tools required to perform assigned duties.
Troubleshoot HVAC equipment, HVAC control circuits, commercial kitchen equipment (refrigeration), line voltage circuits, control circuits, water heaters/boilers, AV equipment, air compressor operation, energy management systems, advanced icemaker, and appliance repair. Install and repair flooring, tile, and wall surfaces.
- Advanced repair and maintenance on kitchen equipment, furniture, locks, laundry equipment, exhaust fans, and pumps via working with hand, power tools, ladders, electricity, machinery, and hazardous chemicals in various areas ranging from slippery surfaces, confined spaces, loud noises, extreme heat and cold.
- Manage Synergy System; respond to, assign, schedule, and close and maintain system and workload.
- Continued self-development and development of the team; Create, scheduled, and execute one training seminar available to the engineering team per quarter.

Requirements & Skills 10

Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace.
Most tasks are performed in a team environment with the employee acting as a team leader. There is minimal direct supervision.
Must possess basic computer skills.
- Must have a thorough knowledge of all types of mechanical equipment such as chillers, boilers, water softeners, and refrigeration equipment.
- Must have a thorough knowledge of plumbing and electrical systems, and maintenance of records of power, water, and fuel consumption.
- Must have experience in office procedures, ordering materials, securing bids, and of city codes and other applicable building laws, building construction, blueprint reading, etc.

Frequently asked questions

What are lead engineer duties and responsibilities?

A lead engineer is a professional who is responsible for overseeing a team of engineers and leading the development of technical projects in various industries such as construction, manufacturing, and technology. They are responsible for ensuring that engineering projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required specifications.

The duties and responsibilities of a lead engineer may include:

Overseeing and coordinating the work of a team of engineers and technicians

Developing and implementing engineering projects from concept to completion

Leading the design and development of new products, systems, and processes

Analyzing data and performance metrics to identify areas for improvement

Preparing technical reports, proposals, and project plans

Ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations

Collaborating with other teams and departments to identify and address cross-functional issues

Mentoring and training junior engineers and technicians.

What are the skills of a lead engineer?

To be a successful lead engineer, one needs to have a combination of technical and personal skills, including:

Strong technical knowledge and expertise in a relevant field of engineering
Excellent leadership and management skills to effectively manage a team of engineers and technicians
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with other teams and stakeholders
Analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and address complex technical issues
Attention to detail to ensure accuracy and precision in technical designs and analysis
Project management skills to effectively plan and execute engineering projects
Familiarity with relevant engineering software and technology
Continuous learning and staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in engineering.
Overall, a lead engineer plays a critical role in overseeing and leading the development of technical projects. They must possess a combination of technical and personal skills to effectively manage a team of engineers and technicians, identify and address technical issues, and collaborate effectively with other teams and stakeholders.

Olivia Powell
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Last updated Sep 30

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