Assistant Engineering Manager

Job DescriptionAssistant Engineering ManagerDepartment: Engineering Reports To: Engineering Manager Location: 100% Onsite - Chatsworth, CA Pay Range: $100,000 - $120,000 annually (Relocation assistance may be considered) Employment Type: Direct HireSUMMARYWheeler Staffing Partners is seeking an Assistant Engineering Manager for a leading process system integrator specializing in the design, fabrication, and delivery of custom-engineered turnkey solutions for chemical handling, water, and wastewater treatment systems.In this role, you will support the Engineering Manager in overseeing project execution, guiding design teams, and ensuring the successful delivery of custom process systems. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineering professional to work in a collaborative environment serving semiconductor, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, solar, aerospace, and manufacturing industries.RESPONSIBILITIESOversee and coordinate engineering design activities for water, chemical handling, and wastewater treatment projects.Provide daily project updates and maintain weekly engineering schedules in collaboration with the Engineering Manager.Guide teams through process design, equipment specification, and automation integrationCollaborate with Production, Sales, and Field Services teams to ensure seamless project delivery.Participate in client meetings, design reviews, and internal coordination sessionsMonitor project budgets, timelines, and performance, implementing process improvements as needed.Mentor and lead direct reports, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented team cultureEnsure compliance with all safety, operational, and regulatory standardsImplement and enforce operational procedures to improve team efficiency and project outcomes. QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Process Engineering (advanced degree preferred).10-15+ years of experience in water, chemical handling, or wastewater treatment engineering.Proven experience in turnkey packaged system design and delivery for complex industrial applications.Strong project management experience with the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams.Knowledge of pH adjustment systems, heavy metals and fluoride removal, process cooling water, filtration, ion exchange, and chemical collection/delivery systemsProficiency in industrial automation and system integration for process applications.Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skillsStrong understanding of regulatory compliance and safety protocols in industrial environments. ABOUT THE COMPANYOur client is a nationally recognized process system integrator, delivering turnkey custom-engineered solutions for chemical handling, water, and wastewater treatment systems. With a proven track record in system design, fabrication, installation supervision, start-up assistance, operator training, and after-sale support, the company serves a wide range of industries, including semiconductor, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, solar, aerospace, and manufacturingInterested candidates, apply today to join an innovative engineering team that consistently delivers solutions beyond expectations.Meet Your RecruiterRachel Wiseman Recruiter