Business Engineering Director
Mexichem S.A.B. de C.V - Houston, TX
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Overview Orbia Advance Corporation is a purpose-led company with big aspirations. We are out to advance life around the world while maximizing value to our shareholders, customers and employees. Orbia operates in 41 countries with more than 22,000 employees and has five business groups offering innovative solutions across multiple industries including building and infrastructure, data communications, chemicals and more. Polymer Solutions (Alphagary), an Orbia business, is looking for a Business Engineering Director to support our business globally. At Orbia, purpose is what drives us every day. This is where abilities can be developed and where you can take ownership of your part in our transformation within a diverse, global community of teammates. Job Title Business Engineering Director Job Summary/Purpose The Business Engineering Director (BED) will drive safe and efficient implementation of the capital portfolio, ensuring functional linkage with the business from the earliest conception of a need to the commissioning and handover of a new asset. The BED will also be accountable for creating an effective Asset Integrity/Reliability function within the business. Key Responsibilities Deliver safe, efficient, timely, and cost-effective execution of the full business Capital Portfolio in a way that delivers advantaged assets Serve as the most knowledgeable and articulate spokespersons of business drivers and execution capabilities for the Capital Portfolio Drive PMO best practices through Sr. Project Managers and plant Capital Managers; measure project performance and compliance with engineering standards Ensure that innovative project delivery approaches (offshore engineering, modular construction, etc.) are applied to ensure competitive advantage through capital efficiency and the lowest total cost of ownership for all new assets Integrate process, mechanical, electrical, and other disciplines into our project teams to encourage innovative scopes Embed the twin cultures of Process Safety and Capital Efficiency in our delivery of capital projects Document design and installation standards for various PS-Alphagary product families Establish an effective Asset Integrity/Reliability function within PS-Alphagary based on international best practices Work with the Global Operations Director to establish a culture of reliability-centered maintenance and capital planning Required Skills Front-End Loading (FEL) implementation tools Modularization Reliability Centered Maintenance Experience & Knowledge Required Bachelor’s degree, plus PMI Certification or equivalent required; Master of Business Administration or equivalent preferred 15+ years of industrial experience with extensive experience managing capital projects >$10M (owner side) Experience in a leadership role within a chemical manufacturing facility Excellent English required, with a working capability in Spanish preferred The compensation package may also include short and long-term incentive compensation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes healthcare coverage, a 401(k)-retirement savings plan, paid company holidays, paid vacation time, paid sick time, parental leave, short- and long-term disability leave, and an employee assistance program. At Orbia, we are committed to taking care of our employees and believe in providing comprehensive support so you can thrive at work and home. We welcome purpose-driven dreamers, doers, and builders, recognizing that it takes difference to make a difference. If you’re ready to bring your skills, talents, and perspective to moving your career, the company, people, and the planet forward, we’d like to hear from you. We believe that every voice matters; every community deserves respect; and every challenge is an opportunity and united by empathy, we are stronger for our different perspectives. We are dedicated to building a more diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace that supports the needs of all our employees regardless of their role, location, identity, and background. Our Global brands: Dura-Line, Koura Global, Vestolit, Netafim, Alphagary, Wavin. Time Zone: Business Unit: BU Alphagary US (BU_APG_03) Functional Area: FA Health, Safety & Environment (FA_EHS_01) #J-18808-Ljbffr
Created: 2025-09-26