Engineering Manager

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Industry: Custom Heavy Equipment / Fabricated Systems

Join a privately held, well‑established engineering and manufacturing organization that designs and builds custom, heavy‑duty solutions for off‑highway equipment applications. We’re known for tackling one‑of‑a‑kind engineering challenges—turning customer concepts into reality through smart design, precision fabrication, and innovative problem‑solving.

This is a small, agile design group where ideas move fast, collaboration is close, and your work directly shapes the success of every project.

We’re seeking a hands‑on Engineering Manager (or an ambitious Senior Design Engineer ready for leadership
) who thrives in a collaborative, design‑driven environment. You’ll oversee and contribute to the design of custom‑engineered components and assemblies for large‑scale mobile and industrial equipment.

You’ll have the opportunity to own design concepts from initial idea to finished product—partnering with customers, sales, and production to bring innovative ideas to life.

Metal fabrication experience is a major plus.

Strong design background is required.

Heavy management experience is not.

• Lead or directly contribute to design and modeling efforts for custom equipment using Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, or similar 3D tools. Develop creative solutions for complex mechanical challenges.
• Work directly with customers to understand performance needs, site conditions, and material requirements, translating those into robust, practical designs.
• Review and approve drawings, calculations, and Bills of Material. Ensure designs meet safety, performance, and manufacturability standards.
• Identify design enhancements, process improvements, and opportunities to integrate new technology into products.
• Provide technical guidance to Design Engineers and Detailers. Help shape a culture of precision, accountability, and innovation.
• Partner with Production and Sales teams to ensure engineering solutions are both efficient to manufacture and meet customer goals.
• Step into the design seat when needed—this is a leadership role that stays close to the work.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or related Engineering discipline
• Strong 3D CAD modeling experience (Autodesk Inventor, Solid Works, or AutoCAD)
• Deep understanding of mechanical design and fabrication principles
• Proven ability to collaborate across engineering, sales, and production teams
• Excellent communication and organization skills
• P.E. license or progress toward licensure preferred
• Bonus: Background in metal fabrication, heavy equipment, or custom‑built industrial solutions

• Be part of a small, empowered engineering team with broad influence over design direction
• Work on unique, low‑volume engineered projects
  —not repetitive production
• Enjoy a stable company culture built on craftsmanship, respect, and long‑term relationships
• Room for growth: Advance from senior designer to leadership and beyond as you help shape the next generation of product innovation

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Manufacturing