Engineering Manager

About LSB Industries, Inc.

We are a leading North American producer of industrial and agricultural chemicals.  Our vision is to be a "best-in-class", diversified chemical and clean energy producer that safely and efficiently operates our facilities, creates partnerships that deliver value to our customers, suppliers, logistics providers, and attracts, retains, and enhances the lives of talented team members.  We are well positioned to play a critical role in the reduction of global carbon emissions through our potential to produce low carbon or no carbon ammonia.  We expect our success in achieving these goals to lead to superior financial performance and greater value for our public shareholders.  For more information, go to our website at www.lsbindustries.com

Why El Dorado, AR? 

Explore the dynamic essence of El Dorado, AR, where southern charm merges seamlessly with an array of entertainment and recreational pursuits. Immerse yourself in the scenic beauty of El Dorado, ideal for fishing, boating, and picnics, or wander through the historic downtown district, brimming with eclectic shops and eateries. Savor the flavors of the South at local gems like South Arkansas Vineyard or unwind with live performances at the historic El Dorado Municipal Auditorium. Outdoor enthusiasts will delight in the myriad of activities, from hiking and biking along the trails of South Arkansas Arboretum to golfing at the pristine Mystic Creek Golf Club. With its unique blend of natural allure and vibrant offerings, El Dorado beckons you to experience the warmth of Arkansas hospitality and leisure. 

Discover your potential with LSB Industries. Apply now and unlock endless possibilities! 

Job Duties

1. Provide production, process, and project engineering oversight for the continuous improvement with the goal to drive the facility to success as a low-cost operator producing high quality product in all units (ammonia, nitric acid, and ammonium nitrate).
2. Function as the key individual who will be responsible for understanding the technical needs of the facility and lead the engineering efforts necessary to execute projects and technical tasks.
3. Direct responsibility for managing a staff of 4-6 engineers, project managers, and document controls (drawings and drafting) who provide support to the facility.
4. Provide engineering knowledge and expertise related to management and improvement of site process safety information (e.g. pipe specifications, API requirements, pressure vessel codes, etc.)
5. Work collaboratively in ensuring the facility is compliant with all regulatory requirements including emissions permits (air, water, and solid waste), and Process Safety Management (PSM).
6. Actively manage engineering capabilities and specifications necessary for Process Hazard Analyses (PHA), Management of Change (MOC), corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and Process Safety Information (PSI).
7. Work cross functionally to support incident investigations, root cause analysis and reliability activities.
8. Work with local operations and maintenance to evaluate plant operations for improvements and assist in the development of project scopes for capital planning.
9. Develop a working level knowledge of all LSB’s facilities and partner with other engineering Managers/Directors/VPs in projects, training, and corporate initiatives.
10. Develop, maintain, and track project schedules to ensure that project execution is timely and on budget. 
11. Develop and manage engineering department and capital budgets.
12. Manage project engineers, contractors and equipment vendors as needed to support operations and projects.
13. Coordinate input from plant operations, maintenance, EH&S to ensure all needs are supported in day-to-day activities and in projects.
14. Develop strong working relationships with all facility personnel, sub-contractors, and suppliers (e.g., process technology, catalyst, and water treatment).
15. Participate in a variety of budget, status, and management team and consultant meetings, to provide input and resolve issues.
16. Travel as needed, to support the facility and its activities. 

Job Requirements

1. A desire to drive plant operational excellence to achieve optimum performance through standard engineering processes and procedures.
2. BS Engineering Discipline from an ABET accredited university, chemical or mechanical preferred. An advanced degree is a plus.
3. Demonstrated performance in completing plant studies, making data-driven decisions, and implementing plant improvements which positively impacted plant profitability and sustainability (e.g., EHS, efficiency, productivity, reliability).
4. Experience in all facets of plant operations (instrumentation, electrical, piping, rotating equipment, and management)
5. Ability to manage a capital project portfolio using project scheduling software and other software tools.
6. Minimum 10 years of engineering or operating leadership experience (both design and operations), preferably with much of the experience being with PSM-regulated nitrogen-based production facilities. 
7. Excellent Interpersonal, organizational and communication skills with a proven track record working in a matrix organization.
8. The individual must be sensitive to and aware of proper procedures and guidelines to follow, especially in dealing with government entities.
9. A best-in-class individual, with a bias for action, a sense of urgency and a strong commitment to achieve tremendous results coupled with the highest level of integrity and professionalism.
10. An open and effective communicator, able to communicate candidly at all levels who can inspire and engage diverse teams.  
11. A friendly and trustworthy individual who has strong credibility and strives for quality excellence, both inside and outside of LSB Industries.  

LSB Industries is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. LSB Industries prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. LSB Industries conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.