Engineering Director for Salty Engineering

Job Description:

This position is responsible for leading both enterprise-wide and site-specific people initiatives that strengthen organizational capability, accelerate talent development, and enhance the associate experience. The Salty Engineering Director will drive the effective delivery of core people processes, champion inclusion and diversity efforts, influence business decisions through strong partnerships, and ensure that talent, culture, and organizational priorities are embedded into day-to-day operations. Success in this role requires a strong blend of strategic thinking, business acumen, relationship-building skills, and the ability to translate business needs into practical, people-focused solutions.

Engineering Director will be the primary people manager for the Engineering Processing Team. Responsible for Coaching/Mentoring of team members and managing job performance and career development opportunities for the Processing Team

Key Responsibilities

1. Technical Strategy & Resource Management

2. Commercialization, Scale-Up & Risk Management

3. Advanced Problem Solving & Operational Excellence

4. People Management Leadership, Team Building, Capability Building & Mentorship

Education & Professional Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in process development, process engineering, commercialization, manufacturing technology, or related technical fields.
• Demonstrated expertise in Salty manufacturing processes and process technologies.
• Proven experience of leading complex technical programs across multiple sites, functions, and stakeholders.
• Experience in people management, manufacturing capability development, and commercialization.
• Strong communication, influencing, leadership, mentoring, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Functional & Technical Competencies

• Expert knowledge of Salty process technologies including mixing, caramel & nougat processing, baking, nut roasting, forming, enrobing, cooling, and associated manufacturing systems.
• Process development, scale-up and commercialization
• Design of experiments (DOE) and applied process science
• Technical transfer
• Manufacturing systems and equipment technology
• Food safety and quality systems
• Risk assessment and mitigation
• Data-driven decision making
• Process validation and startup excellence
• Technical documentation and knowledge management

Mars Leadership Competencies

• Strategic Mindset
• Manages Ambiguity
• Persuades
• Develops Talent
• Drives Results
• Decision Quality
• Manages Complexity
• Interpersonal Savvy
• Builds Collaborative Relationships
• Creates Technical Networks
• Influences Without Authority
• Problem Solving
• Process Management
• Innovation Leadership
  
  What can you expect from Mars?
  Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
  Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
  A strong focus on learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
  An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is between the range listed below, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position will include variable pay, medical and dental benefits, participation in 401k plan, and paid time off benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment.

The pay range shown is applicable to all US locations listed within the job posting:USD 153,600.00 - USD 211,200.00