Engineering Manager

Reports To: Director of QME (Quality, Maintenance & Engineering)

The Engineering Manager is responsible for leading the Engineering function to support reliable operations, quality outcomes, and business growth. This role blends technical leadership, hands‑on engineering work, and cross‑functional project support, ensuring engineering capability is applied where it creates the most value. The Engineering Manager is expected to both manage the team and contribute technically, with a strong focus on documentation, fabrication, problem‑solving, and execution.

• Lead, coach, and develop the Engineering team
• Set priorities, assign work, and ensure projects are executed on time and to standard
• Establish clear expectations, accountability, and performance feedback
• Build technical depth and cross‑training within the team
• Support hiring, onboarding, and skills development as needed

• Develop and maintain engineering drawings for critical parts, tooling, fixtures, and equipment
• Ensure drawings are accurate, controlled, and accessible for Maintenance and Operations
• Support the creation of Bills of Materials (BOMs) and part specifications
• Partner with Quality to ensure documentation supports repeatability and compliance
• Reduce reliance on tribal knowledge by capturing institutional engineering knowledge

• Lead and support in‑house fabrication and machining activities
• Design and build fixtures, tooling, guards, and custom components
• Support rapid prototyping for process improvements and new product development
• Ensure safe practices, proper materials, and fit‑for‑purpose designs
• Determine when work should be done internally versus outsourced

• Support Business Development and Sales through prototyping and production build‑out
• Assist with new product introduction (NPI), process design, and scalability planning
• Collaborate with Quality and Operations to ensure new products meet performance and reliability expectations
• Provide technical input on feasibility, cost, and timeline for new opportunities

• Lead or support special projects that improve equipment reliability, maintenance effectiveness, or facility capability
• Assist Maintenance with complex troubleshooting, rebuilds, and upgrades
• Support Facilities projects including layout changes, infrastructure upgrades, and safety improvements
• Provide engineering oversight for contractors and third‑party vendors when required

• Partner closely with Quality, Maintenance, Operations, and Scheduling
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action efforts
• Ensure engineering solutions address root causes—not symptoms
• Align engineering work with organizational priorities and Proactive Leadership expectations
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related discipline) or equivalent hands‑on experience
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Demonstrated experience in:
  • Engineering design and documentation (drawings, specifications, BOMs)
  • Fabrication, machining, tooling, or fixture design
  • Supporting maintenance, facilities, or production equipment
• Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience working cross‑functionally with Operations, Maintenance, and Quality
• Strong problem‑solving and root cause analysis skills
• Ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders

• Experience in continuous or 24/7 manufacturing environments
• Familiarity with ISO‑based Quality Management Systems
• Experience supporting new product development or process scale‑up
• Experience managing or mentoring engineers, technicians, or skilled trades
• CAD proficiency (e.g., Solid Works, AutoCAD, or similar)
• Familiarity with CMMS, ERP, or engineering change management systems

Note:

Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience will be considered.

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