Director of Engineering

Title: Director of Engineering

Location: American Fork & Provo, Utah (On-site) Candidates must be local or willing to relocate

Company: Built Brands LLC

About Built Brands

Built Bar is one of the fastest-growing and most innovative protein snack brands in the

U.S., known for producing delicious, healthy, and indulgent protein bars. As we scale

rapidly, we are seeking a dynamic Director of Engineering to lead our plant

engineering and facilities teams. This role will play a critical part in shaping the future of

our operations, driving process improvements, and implementing technology that enables

growth and efficiency.

Position Overview

The Director of Engineering is responsible for leading all engineering, maintenance,

and facilities functions across Built Brands’ operations. This role will oversee

manufacturing process development, capital projects, preventative maintenance

programs, and facility optimization while building a high-performing team. Reporting into

the Operations organization, the Director will be a key strategic partner, ensuring

reliable, efficient, and innovative production capabilities that support Built’s growth

trajectory.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage engineering, facilities, and maintenance managers, ensuring
  
  

alignment with company goals.

• Hire, train, and develop high-performing engineering and technical staff.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive preventative and predictive maintenance
  
  

program, including critical spare parts management and budget oversight.

• Drive the development of manufacturing process strategies and technology
  
  

roadmaps.

• Manage capital projects and collaborate with third-party vendors to design and
  
  

implement customized manufacturing solutions.

• Partner with operations, quality, and facilities teams to develop and standardize
  
  

work instructions, safety protocols, and multi-layered auditing systems (including

LOTO and OSHA standards).

• Implement facility and process monitoring systems to ensure optimal uptime and
  
  

reliability.

• Develop predictive production models to support production planning, staffing, and
  
  

raw material procurement.

• Serve as a subject matter expert on plant engineering, automation, robotics,
  
  

controls, and facility management.

• Build a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement within
  
  

engineering and operations.

• Ensure compliance with FDA, food safety, and regulatory standards.
  
  

Qualifications

• BS Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, Controls, or Industrial
  
  

Engineering (MS preferred; MBA is a plus).

• 7 years of technical engineering experience in a manufacturing facility, including at
  
  

least 3 years in a leadership role.

• Demonstrated success managing engineering, maintenance, and facilities
  
  

functions.

• Strong experience with process flow analysis, manufacturing principles, and project
  
  

management.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in engineering software, data analysis, and technical reporting.
• Knowledge of FDA regulations and food manufacturing requirements preferred.
• Bilingual (Spanish) highly desirable; multi-lingual a plus.
• PMP certification, robotics/automation expertise, or simulation modeling
  
  

experience is advantageous.

Why Join Built Brands

This is a unique opportunity to join a rapidly scaling company and directly influence the

engineering, technology, and infrastructure that fuel growth. You will work in a fast-paced,

entrepreneurial environment where innovation, problem-solving, and leadership make a

lasting impact.

BUILT Bar is truly a standout among protein bars. With its exceptional nutritional profile and so many delicious flavors, BUILT Bar is the favorite protein bar of many discerning snackers, fitness trainers and fitness enthusiasts alike.