Senior Mechanical Process Engineer / Leadership Track (Succession Role)OverviewAMG is seeking a highly experienced Mechanical Process Engineer with the potential to step into a critical succession role supporting the transition of a long-tenured executive and technical authority. This individual will work closely with leadership to assume ownership of key client relationships, lead complex industrial projects, provide oversight to cross-disciplinary teams, and drive new business growth.
This individual will serve as both a technical authority and a strategic business driver, with responsibility spanning complex process engineering design, client coordination, and operational leadership. For the right candidate, this role is designated as a succession-track position with a clear path to executive leadership.
All inquiries and applications will kept confidential.
Key Traits for Success - Deep technical expertise with a practical, plant-focused mindset
- Strong understanding of real-world operations and constructability
- Ability to step into and grow client relationships with confidence
- Commercial awareness and ability to connect engineering decisions to business outcomes
- Leadership presence with the ability to influence teams and clients alike
- Desire to play a long-term role in shaping and leading an organization
ResponsibilitiesTechnical & Process Engineering Leadership - Serve as Engineer of Record (EOR) and provide PE oversight on projects
- Ensure all designs meet applicable codes, standards, and operational requirements
- Provide hands-on technical guidance and mentorship to engineering staff
- Lead the design, evaluation, and execution of complex industrial and process systems, including:
- Milling systems (corn, wheat, grain, and bulk solids processing)
- Process piping systems and fluid/thermal distribution networks
- Steam and boiler systems (low and high pressure)
- Central utility plants and chilled water systems
- Fermentation and specialized process systems
- Mechanical and process equipment integration within manufacturing facilities
Industry & Facility Expertise - Apply engineering leadership across a range of industrial sectors, including:
- Agri-chemical processing plants
- Food ingredient and food production facilities
- Biotech and nutraceutical processing plants
- Livestock and pet food production facilities
- Commodities processing (corn, wheat, grain, oilseed, sugar)
- Milling operations and bulk material handling systems
- Plastics and composite manufacturing
- Minerals processing plants
- Packaging and industrial manufacturing facilities
- Data center power and cooling infrastructure
Client Relationship Ownership & Business Development - Partner with current leadership to transition and maintain long-standing client relationships
- Establish credibility quickly as a trusted technical advisor
- Actively identify, pursue, and develop new client opportunities
- Lead client meetings, site visits, and technical discussions
- Develop and execute proposals including scope, fee, and schedule
- Contribute to long-term revenue growth and market expansion
Project & Financial Leadership - Oversee projects ranging from $10K feasibility studies to multi-million-dollar capital projects
- Ensure strong project execution, financial performance, and client satisfaction
- Manage scope, schedule, and risk across multiple concurrent projects
- Mentor and guide project managers and engineering teams
Operational & Strategic Leadership - Collaborate with executive leadership on company growth strategy and market positioning
- Support staffing, team development, and technical capability expansion
- Play a key role in succession planning and future leadership transition
- Contribute to the long-term vision and operational direction of AMG
QualificationsRequired - Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (or closely related field)
- Active Professional Engineer (PE) license (Mechanical)
- Proven experience leading complex engineering projects
- Strong client-facing experience, including participation in proposals and business development
- 15+ years of experience in:
- Mechanical and process engineering design
- Industrial, manufacturing, or plant-based environments
- Demonstrated expertise in:
- Milling systems and/or bulk material handling
- Steam and boiler systems
- Process piping design and integration
Preferred - Ability and willingness to obtain additional state PE licenses over time
- Experience in consulting engineering or design-build environments
- Existing client relationships or demonstrated success in growing business
- Experience in one or more of the following industries:
- Food & beverage / ingredient processing
- Agri-processing / commodities (grain, oilseed, sugar)
- Biotech / fermentation / nutraceuticals
- Chemical, plastics, or heavy industrial manufacturing
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