Corporate Engineering Manager
ALBAIK Food Systems Co. · Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia
Tailor my CV for this job — freeWe are seeking a highly talented, innovative, and strategic Engineering Manager to lead the Corporate Engineering Department, overseeing Design & Projects, Maintenance, and Engineering Safety. the ideal candidate is a visionary engineering leader with exceptional capabilities in design, innovation, systems development, and complex problem-solving, combined with strong awareness of international QSR trends and emerging technologies.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and continuously improve corporate engineering systems, standards, manuals, policies, and processes.* Lead innovative restaurant design solutions, kitchen layouts, and engineering developments to enhance operational efficiency, capacity, and customer experience.* Establish engineering training programs, technical competency frameworks, and capability development initiatives for regional engineering teams and licensees.* Develop and oversee engineering compliance audits, performance evaluations, and corrective action systems.* Provide technical leadership in resolving complex engineering challenges and conflicts related to standards and processes.* Drive engineering research, innovation, and continuous improvement through international benchmarking and emerging technologies.* Lead and develop a high-performing multidisciplinary corporate engineering team.Qualifications & Experience:* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Architecture.* More than 10 years of progressive engineering experience, including at least 5 years in leadership positions.* Proven expertise in engineering design, innovation, project management, and technical systems development.* Strong experience in developing engineering standards, governance frameworks, and technical processes.* Experience in QSR, foodservice, hospitality, or large multi-site operations is highly preferred.* Knowledge of international engineering best practices, emerging technologies, and operational efficiency methodologies.* PMP or equivalent professional certification is required.* Strong analytical and complex problem-solving abilities.* Strategic thinking and international business awareness.* Systems thinking and standardization capabilities.* Strong project management and commercial acumen.