Engineering Manager

POSITION
: Engineering Manager – Mechanical Systems & Conveyance

FLSA
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Full Time, Salaried

The Engineering Manager is responsible for leading and developing a team of engineers. This individual will oversee project execution, engineering standards, testing and validation activities, and continuous improvement initiatives while fostering a high-accountability solutions-oriented culture. This individual will be a direct report to the General Manager and will be an integral part of the Leadership Team.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of approximately ten mechanical, design, and controls engineers.
• Provide technical coaching and professional development for junior engineers.
• Establish engineering best practices, standards, and design review processes.
• Drive accountability, ownership, and a “cando” mentality within the engineering team.
• Conduct performance evaluations, goal setting, and career development planning.
• Coordinate engineering resources and priorities across multiple projects.

Engineering & Technical Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of conveyor and material handling systems.
• Review engineering drawings, BOMs, calculations, and system layouts.
• Ensure designs meet manufacturability, safety, sanitation, and quality requirements.
• Collaborate closely with manufacturing, operations, sales, and project management teams.
• Support troubleshooting and root-cause analysis for field and production issues.
• Oversee engineering test lab activities and equipment validation.
• Develop and execute testing plans for prototypes and production equipment.
• Analyze test data and implement design improvements.
• Ensure proper documentation of testing procedures and results.

Process & Continuous Improvement

• Improve engineering workflows, documentation standards, and product consistency.
• Support design-for-manufacturing and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Assist in developing scalable engineering systems and processes as the organization grows.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) or equivalent.
• 7+ years of mechanical engineering experience, preferably in one of the following:
  • Conveyance systems
  • Material handling equipment
  • Food processing equipment
  • Automation machinery
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience managing engineers or technical teams.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
• Ability to balance leadership responsibilities with direct engineering contributions.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of FDA, USDA, or sanitary equipment standards.
• Experience with ERP and PDM systems.
• Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement experience.
• Familiarity with finite element analysis (FEA) or advanced mechanical calculations.
• Strong “roll up your sleeves” mentality.
• High accountability and sense of urgency.
• Ability to coach and develop emerging engineering talent.
• Practical problem solver with strong decision-making skills.
• Collaborative and team-oriented leadership style.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

Success Metrics:

• Engineering project execution and on-time delivery
• Team development and retention
• Product quality and reliability improvements
• Reduction in engineering rework and manufacturing issues
• Successful prototype testing and validation
• Continuous improvement implementation and standardization

To show your interest in this position please submit a resume and cover letter to

5980 Grand Haven Rd
Norton Shores, MI 49441
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