Manager, RD Engineering

Job Responsibilities

Leads and conducts MEP drawing reviews and works with cross-functional teams and vendors to gain alignment on appropriate system designs.
Reviews and oversees HVAC/R systems to ensure proper design, code compliance, and alignment with operational needs.
Researches, designs, develops, and implements new technology and optimized kitchen equipment and equipment systems that enhance quality, consistency, safety, energy efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
Evaluates and improves the performance, design standards, documentation practices, reliability, and operational safety of all restaurant equipment and small wares.
Develops Panda's proprietary equipment in collaboration with external vendors and consultants, complying with applicable codes and regulations to deliver operational benefits.
Manages technical aspects of equipment design, including prototyping, testing, validating production, installation, and training.
Leads and develops a team of engineering professionals, coaching them to support company growth strategies and future initiatives, including overseas markets.
Assists Engineering leadership with recruitment and retention of department staffing.
Collaborates with Operations and field supporting teams on design and implementation of equipment and process improvement.
Collaborates with cross-functional teams to align with the Company's broader business initiatives and goals, and negotiates with vendors to ensure cost-effective, high-quality production, warranty coverage, and services.
Researches, collaborates, and negotiates with global vendors on cost-effective and high-quality production of new or modified equipment and small wares.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering discipline) required; Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or demonstrated equivalent MEP/HVAC engineering expertise.
Minimum five years of relevant work experience, preferably in a retail/hospitality environment, with increasing management responsibility.
Successful completion of initial and periodically required training (including but not limited to store training, Recognizing & Preventing Sexual Harassment training, Conscious inclusion training, and Landmark Forum, etc.).
Obtaining a valid Food Handler’s Card within 30 days of employment is a requirement of this position.

Qualifications

None specified in the job description.

Skills

Strong leadership and project management skills.
Experience with kitchen equipment, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and vendors.
Knowledge of industry standards and regulations.

Benefits

Hybrid remote schedule
401K with company match
Yearly bonus opportunity
Full medical, dental, and vision insurance
On-site fitness center, biometric screen, and flu shot clinic
Discounts at Panda restaurants, theme parks, and gym memberships
Paid time off starting at 15 days with 7 federal holidays
Continuous education assistance and scholarships
Income protection including Disability, Life and AD&D insurance
Bereavement leave
Benefits available for eligible permanent full time associates

Pay

M2: $112,500 - $158,000 / Annual
Within the range, individual pay is determined using various factors, including work location and experience.

Schedule

Hybrid remote schedule

Benefits

Full medical, dental, and vision insurance
On-site fitness center, biometric screen, and flu shot clinic
Discounts at Panda restaurants, theme parks, and gym memberships
Paid time off starting at 15 days with 7 federal holidays
Continuous education assistance and scholarships
Income protection including Disability, Life and AD&D insurance
Bereavement leave

Company Information

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity, and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by law, including but not limited to sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related conditions), gender expression, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, and veteran status. Additionally, Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. complies with all federal, state, and local laws regarding requests for workplace accommodation. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability. Applicants are entitled to reasonable accommodations, absent undue hardship, to effectively participate in the application and hiring process, for example, sign language interpreters.