Manager, Engineering- Des Moines, IA

A Day In The Life

On any given day, you’ll make a difference by:

• Providing leadership and direction to project management and technical teams, ensuring alignment with company strategic objectives and the development and execution of annual goals that support the organization's 3–5-year plan.
• Collaborating with Project Managers and department leaders to establish priorities, monitor resource allocation, and maintain staffing levels that support customer and factory demand.
• Developing, tracking, and analyzing department metrics to measure performance, identify improvement opportunities, and drive quality, on-time delivery, productivity, and profitability.
• Leading operational reviews and promoting cross-functional collaboration to ensure effective project execution and continuous improvement.
• Driving standardization across teams through scalable processes, training programs, and documentation that support projected workload demands and organizational growth.
• Ensuring compliance with the Quality Management System (QMS), including adherence to quality manuals, work instructions, procedures, and standard work processes.
• Championing process improvements and procedural changes that enhance quality, increase efficiency, and reduce workflow disruptions.
• Supporting project teams in customer interactions, including customer meetings and site visits, to ensure a high level of customer satisfaction and engagement.
• Fostering a culture of continuous improvement by leading problem-solving initiatives and promoting employee participation in root-cause analysis and improvement events.
• Developing and mentoring direct reports through onboarding, coaching, performance management, and employee development activities to build a highly engaged and capable workforce.
• Partnering with customers and internal stakeholders to identify opportunities for additional services, solutions, and business growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Business or Project Management related fields or equivalent in education with experience.
• Five (5) or more years of progressive experience in an engineering or project management role within a related industry, demonstrating increasing levels of responsibility and leadership.
• Proven leadership experience driving strategic goals and business initiatives through effective team management, collaboration, and accountability for results.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships across all levels of the organization, mentor and develop employees, and influence cross-functional teams to achieve shared objectives.
• Strong people leadership skills, including performance management, coaching, training, and career development, with a track record of building engaged, high-performing teams and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to balance competing priorities, optimize resources, and make strategic decisions that support business objectives and operational demands.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate complex issues, identify root causes, and implement effective, sustainable solutions.
• Proven ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional stakeholders, fostering alignment, trust, and positive business outcomes.
• Technical knowledge/understanding of Panel and Equipment Enclosure Engineering and related manufacturing processes (preferred but not required).