Assistant Engineering Manager

Assistant Engineering Manager (Millwork)

$75k–$95k + Progression + Training + Medical + Dental + Vision + PTO + 401(k)

Long Island City, NY (Commutable from: Elmont, Garden City, Mineola, Hempstead, Hicksville)

Are you an Engineer from a millwork or woodworking background looking to step up into leadership within a growing custom manufacturing business?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a design-led, custom manufacturer focused on improving efficiency, upgrading equipment, and strengthening its management structure to support long-term growth at its Long Island facility.

Now is a fantastic time to step into a leadership-track position where you can influence processes, support team development, and help drive operational improvements, with clear progression into Engineering Manager or other senior roles based on performance.

You will be responsible for supporting and developing the engineering team, overseeing drafting and design output, ensuring technical accuracy across custom projects, and helping improve workflows and efficiency across the department. You’ll work closely with production and management to ensure projects move smoothly from concept to manufacturing.

This role would suit an ambitious Engineer with strong drafting skills and millwork knowledge who is ready to step into a supervisory position and grow into senior leadership.

• Support and mentor engineering/drafting team members
• Oversee custom project designs and production drawings
• Improve engineering processes and departmental efficiency
• Work cross-functionally with production and operations

• Background in millwork / woodworking manufacturing
• Strong understanding of materials and custom manufacturing processes

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Stuart Sale at Rise Technical Recruitment.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications, and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.