Engineering Manager

Job Details

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop engineering teams supporting manufacturing operations and process improvement initiatives
• Drive manufacturing process optimization focused on efficiency, quality, throughput, and waste reduction
• Support automation and controls initiatives across manufacturing equipment and production systems
• Oversee new product implementation and support successful transition into production
• Prioritize and manage engineering changes from internal and external stakeholders
• Assess manufacturing and process risk related to new products, equipment, and production changes
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing and process optimization methodologies
• Support troubleshooting and technical problem-solving related to manufacturing equipment and production processes
• Oversee equipment installation, commissioning, validation, and process implementation projects
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, maintenance, quality, supply chain, and engineering teams
• Ensure compliance with internal quality standards and manufacturing procedures
• Lead change management and engineering process improvement initiatives
• Analyze production and process data to improve cycle time, uptime, quality, and overall operational performance
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation, technical standards, and manufacturing procedures
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field
• 7+ years of manufacturing engineering experience within a complex manufacturing environment
• Prior leadership or management experience overseeing engineering teams preferred
• Strong background in manufacturing processes, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Experience supporting PLCs, HMIs, industrial automation systems, and manufacturing equipment troubleshooting
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, root cause analysis, and process optimization methodologies
• Experience supporting new product introduction and production implementation activities
• Strong understanding of engineering change management and quality systems
• Experience within automotive, aerospace, medical device, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments preferred
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, technical drawings, and manufacturing documentation
• Strong project management, organizational, and communication skills
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment