Director of Engineering & Facilities

E.C. Phillips And Son Inc is seeking an experienced, hands-on Director of Shoreside Facilities Engineering to lead the maintenance, reliability, infrastructure, and facility operations of our multi-location, year-round Alaska seafood processing network.This is a key leadership position responsible for ensuring that our shoreside processing plants, waterfront infrastructure, utilities, equipment, and support facilities are safe, reliable, efficient, and ready to meet the demands of seasonal seafood production.The ideal candidate combines strong technical and mechanical knowledge with proven multi-site management experience, sound financial judgment, and the ability to lead teams and execute projects in coastal communities. This individual will develop and implement consistent maintenance standards, manage capital improvement programs, and work closely with plant managers and senior leadership to maximize facility uptime and long-term asset performance.

Key Responsibilities

Multi-Site Facilities LeadershipOversee the day-to-day facilities, maintenance, and infrastructure needs of multiple shoreside seafood processing locations throughout Alaska.Establish standardized maintenance procedures, operating practices, and performance expectations across all facilities.Conduct regular site inspections and facility condition assessments to identify operational risks, deferred maintenance, and opportunities for improvement.Coordinate with plant managers and production leadership to ensure facilities are prepared for peak fishing and processing seasons.Develop contingency plans for equipment failures, severe weather, utility interruptions, and other operational disruptions.Maintenance, Reliability & InfrastructureLead preventive and predictive maintenance programs for processing equipment, refrigeration systems, boilers, generators, electrical systems, pumps, compressors, plumbing, and other critical assets.Oversee maintenance and repair of buildings, roofs, docks, piers, pilings, wharves, wastewater systems, water supplies, and other waterfront infrastructure.Establish equipment maintenance schedules, asset inventories, critical spare-parts programs, and work-order management systems.Troubleshoot recurring equipment failures and implement long-term solutions to improve reliability and reduce downtime.Ensure maintenance activities support production requirements, employee safety, sanitation, and product quality.Capital Projects & Asset ManagementDevelop and manage annual capital expenditure plans, facility improvement budgets, and long-term asset replacement strategies.Oversee construction, renovations, major equipment installations, infrastructure upgrades, and facility expansion projects internally.Prioritize infrastructure investments across multiple locations and communicate project status, risks, and budgets to senior leadership.Financial & Operational PerformancePrepare and manage annual facilities operating budgets and capital budgets.Monitor maintenance costs, repair expenses, contractor spending, energy consumption, and asset lifecycle costs.Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce emergency repairs, control operating expenses, and extend equipment life.Establish measurable performance indicators, including facility uptime, preventive maintenance completion, maintenance cost per facility, and capital project performance.Safety, Compliance & Environmental ResponsibilityEnsure facilities are maintained in accordance with applicable occupational safety, building, electrical, fire, environmental, and other regulatory requirements.Support seafood processing sanitation and food safety programs through proper facility maintenance, hygienic design, and effective preventive maintenance practices.Oversee facility-related safety procedures, contractor safety, emergency preparedness, and corrective action programs.Coordinate required inspections, permits, equipment certifications, and environmental maintenance activities.Promote a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and safe work practices across all locations.Team Development & Cross-Functional CollaborationLead, develop, and support facility managers, maintenance supervisors, mechanics, electricians, and other technical personnel.Establish clear responsibilities, performance expectations, and accountability across the facilities organization.Recruit, train, and retain qualified maintenance personnelWork closely with plant managers, production teams, and executive leadership to align facility priorities with business objectives.Qualifications & Experience7+ years of progressive experience in facilities management, industrial maintenance, engineering, plant operations, or infrastructure management, with significant leadership responsibility.Demonstrated experience managing multiple industrial facilities, processing plants, manufacturing sites, or comparable operations.Strong understanding of industrial mechanical systems, electrical infrastructure, refrigeration, utilities, and facility maintenance.Experience developing operating budgets, managing capital expenditures, and delivering projects within established cost and schedule targets.Proven ability to lead maintenance teams, manage contractors, and coordinate complex work across geographically dispersed locations.Experience implementing preventive maintenance programs, asset management systems, and operational performance metrics.Strong problem-solving, organizational, communication, and leadership skills.Ability to travel frequently to remote Alaska facilities, including travel by aircraft, boat, and other regional transportation as required.Bachelor's degree (B.A.) in Mechanical Engineering preferred; Electrical or Marine Engineering with experience may be substituted or equivalent Seafood or related industry experience preferred.Certified Industrial Refrigeration Operator (CIRO) or Certified Assistant Refrigeration Operator (CARO) certification, active status not required.Certified Refrigeration Energy Specialist preferred. Continuing education is supported through E.C. Phillips for professional development and training.Preferred QualificationsExperience in seafood processing, cold storage, food manufacturing, fishing industry infrastructure, or other industrial processing environments.Experience with waterfront facilities, marine infrastructure, docks, pilings, and coastal industrial properties.Knowledge of industrial refrigeration, ammonia refrigeration systems, boilers, generators, wastewater treatment, and water systems.Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), asset lifecycle planning, and capital project controls.EPA 608 universal certification.Technical degree, engineering degree, trade certification, or equivalent practical experience.Diesel power generation and electrical distribution systems experience.Incident command system 100/200 trainingWhat We OfferA key leadership role with direct impact on the reliability and performance of a multi-location Alaska seafood operation.The opportunity to lead meaningful infrastructure improvements and long-term asset management initiatives.Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.Benefits package, including applicable health insurance, retirement benefits, and paid time off.On-site housing and a dedicated company vehicle for work and approved useTravel support for required business travel between operating locations.The opportunity to work with an experienced team in Alaska's seafood industry.Work Environment:This position requires being onsite at our Alaska plants year-round.While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.Physical Demands:While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.The Ideal CandidateThe successful candidate is a practical, accountable, and solutions-oriented leader who understands that facility reliability directly affects production, product quality, employee safety, and profitability.They can move comfortably between strategic planning and hands-on problem-solving, balancing immediate maintenance needs with long-term infrastructure investments. They are organized, financially disciplined, decisive under pressure, and capable of building strong relationships with plant managers and maintenance teams across multiple locations.Most importantly, they understand the importance of keeping Alaska seafood processing facilities operational, safe, and ready when the fishing season arrives.How to ApplyQualified candidates are invited to submit a resume and a brief summary of their relevant facilities management, multi-site operations, maintenance leadership, and capital project experience.Pay: $160,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year