Mechanical Engineering Manager
About the role
The Mechanical Engineering Manager leads and supports the mechanical engineering team at Bartelt Packaging. This working manager role is responsible for ensuring complete and accurate design specifications, on-time project delivery, successful startup, and final qualification—meeting customer expectations while achieving profit goals. The Mechanical Engineering Manager provides leadership to drive excellence in execution and establishes engineering team goals that align with Bartelt Packaging’s overall strategy.
Responsibilities
- Plan and oversee all mechanical engineering activities in alignment with Bartelt Packaging’s strategy; establish project priorities.
- Manage resources to minimize backlogs and queue all machine projects.
- Assign projects to engineers and monitor the quality and progress of each project; responsible for meeting release dates, ensuring production requirements for delivery on time and in full.
- Develop, maintain, and ensure compliance with Bartelt Packaging’s design standards.
- Approve mechanical engineering designs; for new equipment or major design changes, collaborate with and get approval from the Senior Director of Engineering/General Manager.
- Serve as primary source of expertise for specified product lines; support sales in technical aspects of Bartelt Packaging machines, providing the insight necessary to establish the appropriate design criteria.
- Communicate at all levels both internally and externally to assure excellence in execution.
- Provide accurate and timely forecasts, activity reports, and project status as requested.
- Cook up all resources with other managers and departments as business needs demand.
- Advise manufacturing and service personnel on proper operation of systems; provides support for and troubleshoots mechanical problems.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering; at least seven years of experience in mechanical engineering design experience involving complex electro-mechanical equipment in a OEM environment.
- Previous experience in engineering design projects for complex, automated packaging machinery highly preferred.
Qualifications
- Proven ability to lead and manage a team.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Experience with project management tools and methodologies.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to packaging machinery.
Skills
- Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles and practices.
- Experience with CAD software and other engineering tools.
- Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical/dental programs.
- Lifetime health insurance coverage.
- Generous paid time off program.
- Retirement savings plan with a company match.
- No waiting period for benefits.
Pay
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
Schedule
- Full-time position.
Company Information
Bartelt Packaging, a Pro Mach Company, is located in Sarasota, Florida. Pro Mach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pro Mach uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility of all new hires to work in the United States. Pro Mach is a drug-free workplace. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.