Engineering Manager

About Us

Cadrex Manufacturing Solutions is a leading provider of complex sheet metal and machined production parts, assemblies, and weldments for a variety of end markets, including electrical transmission and distribution, warehouse automation, technology, aerospace & defense, medical, food, and industrials. With locations across the U.S. and Mexico, Cadrex offers numerous in-house manufacturing capabilities such as laser cutting, sheet metal fabrication, complex assembly, CNC punching, CNC machining, forming, robotic welding, stamping, fastener insertion, and tool and die manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Support the generation of new pricing proposals for new and existing customers.
• Take an active role in growing new business through training and evaluation of new technology, and optimization of the estimating process.
• Identify opportunities or implement changes to improve products or reduce costs using knowledge of fabrication processes, tooling, production equipment, assembly methods, quality control standards, or product design.
• Provide technical expertise or support to manufacturing and quality.
• Incorporate new methods and processes to improve existing operations.
• Confer with vendors, staff, and management regarding purchases, procedures, product specifications, manufacturing capabilities, and project status.
• Consult or negotiate with clients to prepare project specifications.
• Present and explain proposals, reports, and findings to clients.
• Perform administrative functions such as reviewing and writing reports, approving expenditures, enforcing rules, and making decisions about the purchase of materials or services.
• Analyze technology, resource needs, and market demand to plan and assess the feasibility of projects.
• Develop and implement policies, standards, and procedures for the Engineering and technical work performed in the Engineering Department.
• Select, develop, train, and supervise Engineering staff (Estimating & Engineering).
• Set annual departmental and individual goals, and measure progress throughout the year.
• Support the selection of correct manufacturing processes, technologies, and equipment used for new products.
• Support and enforce the New Product Introduction (NPI) process.
• Support budgeting efforts (Labor, Equipment, Overhead).

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of industry experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing engineering preferred; may substitute 7+ years of related experience in lieu of degree or equivalent combination.
• Well-developed and demonstrated interpersonal, communication, and project management skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• PC knowledge/computer literate, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), email, and internet use.
• Working knowledge of LEAN principles.
• Excellent organizational and workflow analysis skills.
• Experience with high-volume manufacturing.
• Strong project planning and management skills to prioritize tasks and establish frameworks for managing areas of responsibility.
• Ability to work in a multi-functional team environment.
• Skills in 2D and 3D CAD (SolidWorks and AutoCAD preferred).
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 is a plus.
• Supervisory experience is a plus.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Employer-paid and supplemental life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Generous paid time off and holiday pay.
• Monthly remote work stipend (for remote employees who qualify).
• 401(k) investment plan with an employer match of up to 4%.
• Education support program.
• Safety eyeglasses and shoe reimbursement.
• Referral bonuses.
• Bonus plan for all full-time employees.

Schedule

Monday through Friday (onsite).

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to the risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and occasionally loud.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.