Lead Engineer Capital Equipment

• Capital Equipment Management:

• Lead the acquisition and project lifecycle management of capital equipment, including identifying equipment needs, evaluating options, and supplier selection.
• Oversee the development, design, build, installation and commissioning of new equipment, ensuring it meets specifications, quality standards, and operational goals.
• Manage the development, procurement, scheduling and costs for capital equipment projects.
• Equipment Optimization & Performance:

• Work with the Operations team to optimise the use of capital equipment and improve productivity for all new capital equipment purchases.
• Identify opportunities to improve new equipment safety, performance, efficiency and reliability, through station upgrades and process modifications.
• Monitor equipment performance through regular inspections, data analysis, and reporting, ensuring it meets or exceeds performance targets.

• Project Management:

• Lead and manage capital equipment projects from conception to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and project specific requirement.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams (Operations, Quality, Maintenance, NPC, R&D, Supply Chain) to ensure project success.
• Manage contractors, vendors, and service providers throughout project lifecycle.
• Communicate project status, identifying key milestones with Stakeholders on a regular basis. Update senior leadership, using clear understood metrics on project progress and risks.
• Cost Control & Reporting:

• Track and manage capital expenditure for equipment-related projects, ensuring alignment with the budget.
• Prepare detailed cost-benefit analysis for the procurement of new equipment or equipment upgrades.
• Risk Management & Compliance:

• Ensure all new capital equipment projects meets all regulatory, safety, and quality standards.
• Perform risk assessments on equipment and systems, identifying areas of potential failure or compliance issues and mitigating those risks.
• Develop safety and standard operating procedures for the safe use and maintenance of equipment.
• Training & Support:

• Provide training for operators, maintenance, and other personnel on new equipment installations.
• Serve as a technical resource for troubleshooting and improvements related to capital equipment.

• 8 -12 years of experience working with capital equipment in a manufacturing, production, or engineering environment.
• Proven experience in managing equipment-related projects, from conception, through procurement, design, development, build, installation and commissioning.
• Experience of managing high-value complex equipment projects.
• Skills:

• Strong knowledge of capital equipment project lifecycle management, including acquisition, build, installation, maintenance, and decommissioning.
• Project management skills, including budgeting, scheduling, and vendor coordination.
• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills for complex equipment systems.
• Proficiency in CAD software, data analysis tools, and project management software.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, preferably Mechanical, Plastics or Electrical/Controls Engineering
• Master’s in project management or manufacturing systems or equivalent an advantage
• ASQ Green/Black Belt Certification advantage

Hollister Incorporated