What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plant Engineering Manager position at Sika USA?
Plant Engineering Manager
Sealy, TX, USA
With more than 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries.
Sika has subsidiaries in 102 countries around the world and, in over 400 factories, produces innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in the transformation of the construction and transportation sector toward greater environmental compatibility. With more than 34,000 employees, the company generated sales of CHF 11.76 billion in 2024.
Job Description
Sika is looking for an experienced Plant Engineering Manager to join its growing team in the Houston, TX area for our roofing business. The Plant Engineering Manager will be responsible for leading and developing the site’s Engineering and Maintenance functions to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations. This role drives equipment reliability, process improvement, and capital execution to support production goals and long-term site growth.
Specific Responsibilities:
- Lead and coach a multidisciplinary team including Maintenance Supervisor, Maintenance Planner, Instrumentation & Controls Engineer, Process Engineer, and Facilities Manager.
- Ensure reliable and safe operation of all production and utility systems through effective maintenance and engineering practices.
- Develop and execute the site’s reliability and Lean improvement strategy, emphasizing waste elimination, value stream optimization, and proactive maintenance.
- Apply Lean tools and methodologies (5S, SMED, Kaizen, visual management) to enhance equipment uptime, reduce changeover time, and improve process flow.
- Oversee process engineering activities to optimize equipment performance, reduce downtime, and improve product quality and throughput.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering (Master’s preferred).
- 10 years of progressive experience in plant engineering and maintenance leadership, in thermoplastic PVC roofing (single‑ply membrane roofing).
- Proven experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing complex capital projects.
- Strong knowledge of maintenance reliability practices, process engineering, and utilities management.
- Demonstrated ability to drive results through collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Excellent communication, planning, and organizational skills.
Additional information
- 401k with Generous Company Match
- Bonuses
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
- Paid Parental Leave
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Paid time off, paid holidays
- Floating holidays Paid Volunteer Time
- Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
- Education Assistance
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Employee Referral Program & More!
Sika fosters a culture of entrepreneurship, empowering each individual to make decisions, learn from experiences, and shape their own career path. The safety and well-being of employees are top priorities at Sika, with a strong commitment to open communication and maintaining a safe workplace. In addition, Sika actively contributes to the community and promotes sustainability by giving back, minimizing environmental impact, and embracing social responsibility.
Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.