Jim Heigl

Jim Heigl is a seasoned engineering professional currently serving as the Director of Plant and Project Engineering and Sr. Project Manager at Caplugs since October 2017. With extensive experience in overseeing large capital projects, managing operations integrations, and supporting global operations, Jim has effectively led facility relocations, startups, and commissionings. Prior to Caplugs, Jim worked at Tesla as a Sr. Facility Engineer, focusing on construction management and facility maintenance programs. Additional roles include Senior Manufacturing Engineer at Fresenius Kabi and Maintenance Mechanical Engineer at PeroxyChem, where Jim developed maintenance strategies and managed capital projects. Jim's career began at Niagara Blower Company as a Project Engineer and included a role as a Draftsman/Designer at KSFL Architects and Engineers. Jim holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Buffalo State University and an Associate of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Erie Community College.