Director, Global Engineering

At Quaker Houghton , we make the essentials of everyday life possible and enable innovative approaches for a positive future. Our customers include the world’s most advanced and specialized automotive, steel, aluminum, aerospace, offshore, can and mining companies. Based in every corner of the world, our people are passionate about what we do.

About The Job

As the Global Director Engineering , a senior leadership role responsible Engineer Center of Excellence. This position integrates technical insight, strategic leadership, and operational management to drive innovation and align global engineering initiatives with corporate objectives. The role demands stewardship of complex engineering systems, adherence to regulatory standards, and cultivation of a high-performance, collaborative culture.

Key Responsibilities

• GlobalEngineeringStrategy :Developandexecuteacomprehensiveglobalengineeringstrategythatsupportsbusinessgrowth,productdevelopment,andoperationalefficiency in multiple regions.
• LeadershipandTeamDevelopment :Leadandmentorregionalengineeringteams,projectmanagers,andtechnicalspecialists.Fostercross-functionalcollaboration,talentdevelopment,andknowledgesharing.
• ProjectPortfolioOversight :Overseemajorengineeringprograms,ensuringprojectsaredeliveredontime,withinbudget,andmeetqualityandcompliancestandards.
• ProcessExcellence :Standardizeengineeringprocesses,tools,andbestpracticesacrossthe network with a focus on key platforms. Platforms include esterification optimization, system standardization (PCL, MES), and other critical elements drive continuousimprovements to better serve our customers.
• InnovationandTechnicalGuidance :Adviseoncomplexengineeringproblems,emergingtechnologies,andnewmethodologies.GuideR&Dandtechnicalimplementationtooptimizechemicalprocessesandproductperformance.
• Compliance,Safety,andRiskManagement :Ensureglobaladherencetoenvironmental,health,safety,andregulatorystandards.Leadriskassessmentsandmitigationstrategiesforengineeringoperations.
• StakeholderEngagement :Collaboratewithexecutiveleadership,manufacturing,supplychain,andproductteamstoalignengineeringactivitieswithcorporateobjectives,marketdemands,andcustomerneeds.
• ResourceandBudgetManagement: Manage the capital project process which includes all functions. Building a multi-year capital plan for critical platforms.

What do we offer?

• Remote working arrangement for better work-life balance
• Health insurance, pension plan and additional benefits
• Holiday buy/sell program
• 2 annual days of paid volunteering leave
• QH University: continuous learning and leadership development opportunities
• Strong focus on wellbeing, mental health, inclusion & DEI

What are we looking for?

• Education :Bachelor’sdegreeinChemical,Mechanical,orrelevantEngineeringfield;advanceddegrees(MS,MBA,orPhD)preferred.Professionallicensing(PEorequivalent)aplus.
• Experience :Minimum10–15yearsofengineeringleadershipexperienceinthechemicalindustryoranalogoussectors,includingmanagingmulti-siteorinternationalteams.
• TechnicalExpertise :Strongknowledgeofchemicalengineeringprocesses,plantoperations,processscale-up,andproductiontechnologies.Familiaritywithautomation,sustainability,andregulatoryframeworks.
• LeadershipSkills :Provenabilitytodevelophigh-performingteams,providementorship,anddriveorganizationaltransformation.
• ProjectManagement :Experiencemanaginglarge-scale,cross-borderprojectswithcomplextechnicalandregulatoryrequirements.
• AnalyticalandProblem-SolvingAbilities :Skilledatinterpretingtechnicaldata,troubleshooting,andmakingdata-drivendecisions.
• GlobalPerspective :Experiencenavigatingcross-culturalteams,internationalregulations,anddiverseoperationalenvironments.

Location

This position will be based on the corporate head quarters in Conshohocken.

Conclusion

TheGlobalEngineeringDirector playsastrategicandoperationallycriticalrolewithinaspecializedchemicalcompany,combiningtechnicalmastery,leadershipacumen,andglobalbusinesinsighttodrivesuccessfulengineeringoutcomesandfosterorganizationalexcellence.

Who are we?

We are a global leader in industrial process and mechanical engineering present in 40+ countries. We are continually improving and innovating so the world’s industrial manufacturers can stay ahead in a changing world. Throughout our 100+ locations, our engineers, chemists and industry experts partner with our customers to play a key role in helping them run even more efficiently, even more effectively, whatever comes next.

Our values:

Live Safe, Exceed Customer Expectations, Drive Results, Embrace Diversity and Do Great Things Together.