Director, Global Engineering

Quaker Houghton · Conshohocken, PA

Level: Director+
Team: Manufacturing
Industry: Chemicals
Posted: 30+ days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A director-level manufacturing role at Quaker Houghton (chemicals) in Conshohocken, PA. Global Engineering Strategy : Develop and execute a comprehensive global engineering strategy that supports business growth, product development, and operational efficiency in multiple regions.

Tools it names: Painting / coating, MES

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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026

Manufacturing Engineer roles in Pennsylvania: typical posted base $85k–$118k.

Median of the low and high ends of 10 live postings that list pay, out of 32 manufacturing engineer openings in Pennsylvania, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 31 other live manufacturing postings in Pennsylvania.

Base pay: Not listed in this posting
Experience asked: Not stated

Skills these teams ask for most

Lean 63%
Tooling 53%
Root cause 41%
Automation 38%
Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 38%
Machining 31%

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Stands out: this posting asks for Painting / coating, MES, Union environment, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

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This plant: Quaker Houghton in Conshohocken

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Job Summary

Job Description

· Global Engineering Strategy : Develop and execute a comprehensive global engineering strategy that supports business growth, product development, and operational efficiency in multiple regions.

· Leadership and Team Development : Lead and mentor regional engineering teams, project managers, and technical specialists. Foster cross-functional collaboration, talent development, and knowledge sharing.

· Project Portfolio Oversight : Oversee major engineering programs, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality and compliance standards.

· Process Excellence : Standardize engineering processes, tools, and best practices across the network with a focus on key platforms. Platforms include esterification optimization, system standardization (PCL, MES), and other critical elements drive continuous improvements to better serve our customers.

· Innovation and Technical Guidance : Advise on complex engineering problems, emerging technologies, and new methodologies. Guide R&D and technical implementation to optimize chemical processes and product performance.

· Compliance, Safety, and Risk Management : Ensure global adherence to environmental, health, safety, and regulatory standards. Lead risk assessments and mitigation strategies for engineering operations.

· Stakeholder Engagement : Collaborate with executive leadership, manufacturing, supply chain, and product teams to align engineering activities with corporate objectives, market demands, and customer needs.

· Resource and Budget Management: Manage the capital project process which includes all functions. Building a multi-year capital plan for critical platforms.

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About Us

At Quaker Houghton, we are experts in the development, production and application of industrial process fluids, lubricants and coatings for the manufacturing industry. We have been an integral part in the growth of the world’s largest industrial and manufacturing companies from aerospace and automotive to primary metal and energy. Today, we have a global presence, with our corporate headquarters located in Conshohocken, PA. Quaker Houghton is a global publicly traded company with a unique collaborative culture that supports career growth for its associates and offers competitive compensation and benefit programs.

What's in it for you

•Competitive pay programs with excellent career growth trajectory
•Paid time off for volunteerism
•Dress for your day; how you dress is determined by what your day may bring
•Opportunity to participate in comprehensive benefit options including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Parental Leave, Holiday Pay, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and Savings Plan
•Work for a global leader in the industrial process fluids industry