Engineering Systems Program Manager
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Management
Project & Program Management, Operations Management
Program Manager, Engineering Systems
Swagelok is a global organization and one of the largest employers of manufacturing talent in Northeast Ohio. We are driven by our core values of Quality, Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Customer Focus, Innovation, and Continuous Improvement, which are demonstrated through our daily actions. For over 75 years, our dedication to our core values has been the foundation for our success.
Our products have been up into space, down to the bottom of the ocean, and everywhere in between. That same dedication spans to our customers.
Throughout our organization we demonstrate a commitment to these values and those we bring onboard. Whether you want to grow in your role or explore broad opportunities and develop new skills—you'll thrive in a culture that promotes learning and development. We strive to be a company where we all can do our best work with a true sense of purpose and belonging.
We hope you'll consider joining our team.
Position Summary:The Program Manager, Engineering Systems, is responsible for leading the strategic development, deployment, and continuous improvement of enterprise engineering systems, including the development and deployment of tool management, ERP, PLM, and MES platforms. This role combines strong program leadership with organizational influence to drive transformational initiatives that enhance end-to-end product lifecycle connectivity, operational efficiency, and cost performance.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:- Direct the development of business cases for transformative engineering and operational initiatives
- Lead company-wide continuous improvement efforts focused on efficiency, quality, and cost reduction
- Build, coach, and develop team talent to support strategic objectives and long-term capability growth
- Drive initiatives to reduce cost of goods sold (COGS) and improve resource utilization
- Manage stakeholder expectations and provide routine updates, including formal stage-gate reviews for executive approval
- Develop and manage program budgets, ensuring accountability to financial targets and constraints
- Serve as a change leader by driving stakeholder alignment and broad organizational adoption across engineering and operations
Other Responsibilities:
- Define and execute a strategic vision for an integrated ecosystem of engineering software tools, optimizing for budget, functionality, labor efficiency, and end-to-end product lifecycle connectivity
- Lead and expand an existing team of SAP PDLs and modelers, transforming the group into proactive change agents driving enterprise improvements
- Collaborate with external vendors and internal cross-functional teams to identify, evaluate, and implement right-sized solutions aligned with business needs
- Ensure alignment of engineering systems with enterprise architecture, operational goals, and digital transformation strategies
- Serve as a subject matter expert on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices related to manufacturing systems, PLM, and MES
- Apply deep understanding of the business environment to guide decision-making and prioritize high-impact initiatives
- Required:
Bachelor's degree in engineering, Business, Operations, or a related field (or equivalent manufacturing and leadership experience) - Minimum of 3 years leading medium to large-scale, cross-departmental projects
- Preferred: MBA or other advanced degree
- Certification in project or portfolio management (e.g., PMP, PgMP)
- Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in engineering or operations environments
- Demonstrated experience with PLM and/or MES system development and deployment
Competencies:
- Talent Development: Builds and scales high-performing teams through hiring, coaching, and development aligned to strategic priorities
- Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of manufacturing, engineering systems, and evolving technology trends
- Teamwork & Collaboration: Effectively partners across functions to deliver integrated, enterprise-level solutions
- Adaptability / Resilience: Adjusts strategy based on new data; navigates challenges and drives progress…
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