Mechanical & Structural Engineering Manager

Miller Industries – Mechanical & Structural Engineering Manager - Fenton, Michigan Position Summary

Miller Industries is seeking an experienced Mechanical & Structural Engineering Manager to lead and grow a high-performing team of engineers supporting our mission‑critical infrastructure projects. This role is responsible for technical leadership, people development, and execution excellence across a diverse portfolio that includes modular HVAC systems, hydronic plants, E‑houses, generator enclosures, and other mission‑critical engineered solutions.

The ideal candidate is a hands‑on engineering leader who can balance strategic oversight with day‑to‑day problem solving, build strong teams, develop future leaders, and drive flawless execution from concept through commissioning.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of mechanical and structural engineers, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Build talent pipelines through hiring, onboarding, coaching, and succession planning.
• Develop future technical and people leaders within the engineering organization.
• Promote engineering best practices, design rigor, and a strong safety‑first mindset.

• Provide engineering direction and oversight for:
  • Modular HVAC systems
  • Hydronic and thermal plant systems
  • Electrical houses (E‑houses)
  • Generator enclosures and outdoor rated enclosures
  • Custom mission‑critical infrastructure solutions
• Ensure designs meet performance, reliability, constructability, and lifecycle requirements.
• Oversee compliance with applicable codes and standards (e.g., UL, ASME, NFPA, IBC), customer requirements, and internal design standards.
• Support value engineering, cost optimization, and standardization initiatives without compromising quality or safety.

• Drive flawless execution across engineering deliverables, schedules, and budgets.
• Partner closely with Project Management, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain to ensure seamless execution from design through fabrication and delivery.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action efforts for technical, quality, or execution challenges.
• Remove roadblocks, elevate risks appropriately, and ensure timely resolution of complex engineering issues.

• Establish and improve engineering processes, documentation standards, and design review practices.
• Champion lessons learned, standard work, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support digital engineering tools, automation, and configuration management systems.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 10+ years of progressive engineering experience, including people management and technical leadership.
• Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Strong background in mechanical and structural design for industrial, modular, or mission‑critical systems.
• Proven ability to solve complex technical problems and make sound engineering decisions under schedule pressure.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience with UL‑listed / UL‑classified systems, including generator enclosures or E‑houses.
• Familiarity with manufacturing‑oriented engineering environments and design for fabrication.
• Experience supporting data centers, energy infrastructure, or other mission‑critical applications.