Engineering Manager

Engineering Manager Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead its engineering function within a precision manufacturing environment serving the Oil & Gas industry. This role is responsible for driving engineering excellence across product design, technical support, project execution, and continuous improvement while ensuring the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective products that meet customer requirements.

The successful candidate will provide both strategic leadership and hands‑on technical guidance, working closely with cross‑functional teams including Production, Quality, Sales, and Management.

• Lead and manage the Engineering Department, overseeing engineering resources, performance, and departmental KPIs.
• Drive the design, development, and continuous improvement of products and manufacturing processes to enhance quality, performance, and competitiveness.
• Collaborate with Management, Production, and Commercial teams to evaluate the technical feasibility, product specifications, manufacturing costs, and customer requirements for new and existing products.
• Own and maintain product specifications, engineering documentation, and product data management systems.
• Review and approve engineering drawings to ensure accuracy and compliance with customer specifications before release to production.
• Serve as the primary engineering interface for customers, supporting technical reviews, project discussions, and product evaluations.
• Lead customer product evaluation programmers and provide technical support throughout the project lifecycle.
• Partner with Production and Quality teams to resolve technical issues, conduct feasibility assessments, and support product disposition decisions.
• Promote operational excellence through continuous improvement initiatives, Lean Manufacturing, Total Quality Management (TQM), and 5S practices.
• Ensure compliance with company policies relating to safety, quality, and business ethics.
• Foster a high‑performance engineering team through coaching, performance management, and continuous development.

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Materials Science, or a related engineering discipline.
• At least 5 years of engineering leadership experience within an Oil & Gas equipment manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of product design, manufacturing processes, engineering documentation, and project management.
• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams and manage engineering activities from concept through production.
• Experience supporting customer technical reviews and resolving complex engineering and manufacturing challenges.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and Quality Management methodologies.
• Proficient in CAD software such as Solid Works, Autodesk Inventor, Pro/ENGINEER (Creo) or equivalent, with the ability to interpret engineering and manufacturing drawings.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across technical, commercial, and operational teams.

• Strong accountability and ownership mindset.
• Customer‑focused approach with excellent relationship management skills.
• Innovative and solutions‑oriented thinker with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Results‑driven leader capable of delivering outcomes in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with sound engineering judgement.