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Director of Manufacturing Engineering

Array Technologies · Albuquerque, NM · 2 wk ago
EngineeringFull-time

Job Summary

As Director of Manufacturing & Engineering, you will play a pivotal role in leading integrated manufacturing operations and engineering projects. This role is responsible for overseeing production performance, process optimization, engineering initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure efficient, high-quality output and continuous improvement across operations supporting steel fabrication and solar tracker manufacturing.

Key Job Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute manufacturing and engineering strategies, operational plans, and standardized procedures

  • Design custom automated manufacturing equipment as required

  • Establish goals and performance targets aligned to operational efficiency, quality, and business growth

  • Drive automation, process improvement, and optimization of manufacturing workflows and systems (e.g., SAP, MES)

  • Optimize resource utilization, capacity planning, and working capital to meet production targets and customer delivery commitments

  • Establish and reinforce policies that promote a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement

  • Oversee day-to-day manufacturing and engineering efforts, including production planning, equipment reliability, manufacturing equipment installations and modifications. and technical support

  • Lead and develop teams of engineers, technicians, and production staff

  • Analyze operational data and performance metrics to drive informed decisions; develop reporting and dashboards for leadership

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, customers, and external partners

  • Support continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations

  • Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering – Machine Design Specialty

  • 10+ years of experience in manufacturing of steel products

  • 5+ years of machine design engineering experience on complex machinery

  • 3+ years of leadership experience managing cross-functional teams

  • Demonstrated experience in process improvement, automation, and KPI-driven performance management

  • Strong business acumen with a results-oriented mindset

  • Experience supporting manufacturing environments focused on steel products or similar heavy industrial production

  • Must be proficient in AutoCAD and SolidWorks

  • Proven experience with manufacturing cost modelling and quoting

  • Must have steel manufacturing experience with processes such as stamping, rollforming, or tube mills. This experience must include trouble shooting these processes on the manufacturing floor

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Engineering, Operations, or Business-related field

  • Experience with manufacturing systems, infrastructure, and ERP platforms (e.g., SAP)

  • Proven experience leading cross-functional initiatives and driving rapid operational improvements

  • Strong communication, leadership, and presentation skills

  • Excellent organizational and prioritization capabilities

  • Advanced problem-solving and decision-making skills

  • Ability to develop, mentor, and inspire teams

  • Progressive complete stamping experience

  • Progressive complete die experience

  • Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, multi-site or cross-functional environment

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