Engineering Manager - Mason Area

Location: Mason

Job Description:

Engineering Manager | Mason, MI

Salary Range: $110,000 - $159,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for leading engineering teams and driving technical excellence? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Mason seeking Engineering Managers to lead and enhance their operations.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with manufacturing firms in Mason that are seeking skilled Engineering Managers. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and are looking for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers, fostering their professional growth and ensuring project success.
• Oversee the design, development, and improvement of manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Manage engineering projects from conception to completion, ensuring adherence to budget, schedule, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement solutions for production challenges and efficiency improvements.
• Establish and maintain engineering best practices, standards, and documentation for the manufacturing facility.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives through the application of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety, environmental, and quality regulations.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• 7+ years of experience in engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record of successfully managing engineering projects from conception to completion.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, lean principles, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with budgeting, resource allocation, and strategic planning for engineering departments.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma).
• Familiarity with Industry 4.0 technologies (e.g., IoT, AI, advanced robotics) and their application in manufacturing.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop junior engineers and team leads.
• Strong understanding of product lifecycle management (PLM) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Experience in a highly regulated industry (e.g., medical devices, aerospace, automotive).

Job Titles That Should Apply

Engineering Team Lead, Senior Engineering Manager, Head of Engineering, Director of Engineering, VP of Engineering, Software Engineering Manager, Technical Program Manager, Product Engineering Manager, Principal Engineer Manager, Lead Software Engineer

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic-they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters:
Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https:// The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search-market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.

Required Skills:

• Resume

• Offers

• Robotics

• AI

• Support

• Lean Manufacturing

• Development

• Driving

• Six Sigma

• Operations

• ERP

• Compliance

• Salary

• Hiring

• Partnerships

• Recruiting

• Compensation

• Continuous Improvement

• Manufacturing

• Budgeting

• Strategic Planning

• Regulations

• Preparation

• Software

• Documentation

• Planning

• Design

• Engineering

• Leadership

• Management

Salary Package:

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