Engineering Manager - Manufacturing

This position will develop and implement the engineering and maintenance strategies to improve quality, production and reduce downtime and cost for the plant this position will directly manage 5-6 manufacturing engineers. This will be onsite 5 days a week. Overtime will be expected if needed.

• Support and develop department or projects / activities with good engineering direction. Take part or facilitate the team Lean strategies and methodologies and/or Six Sigma activities.
• Develop, support, cost estimate, deliver and document all engineering changes.
• Initiate actions to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformance relating to product, process & systems
• Implement process changes on existing equipment, and direct the development and installation of production expansion equipment.
• Ensure adequate training for existing and new employees on PLC troubleshooting and making program modifications utilizing PLC software.
• Position will require flexibility to support a 24/7 operation.

• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and equipment
• BSEE/BSME or related engineering bachelor level degree from accredited college or university is required.
• 5 or more years experience in manufacturing environment or a related role (preference is 8 or more).
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in an engineering leadership role within a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge and experience w/ PLC programming.

• Experience with process that are in plastic injection molding, robotics, and assembly.

Oconee, SC
- Components Plant

Our fully integrated plant in West Union, South Carolina produces all the partsthat go into batteries used in cars, boats, and heavy-duty trucks. Webegan operations in 1985 and now employ more than 300 people and operate six days per week. We are actively involved in our local community and give back through The Salvation Army, March of Dimes, back-to-school drives and the Oconee County Animal Shelter.

• Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching - all starting on date of hire

• Tuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts

• Parental and caregiver leave programs

• All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, and Employee Assistance Program

• Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership

• HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full-service cafeteria and workout facility

• Clarios has been recognized as one of 2026's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. This prestigious recognition marks the fourth consecutive year Clarios has received this distinction.

Clarios is the force behind the world's most recognizable car battery brands, powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. With 18,000 employees worldwide, we develop, manufacture, and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering, recycling, and reusing up to 99% of battery materials - setting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios, we're not just making batteries;

we're shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate, push boundaries, and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarios - where your power meets endless possibilities.

We value the leadership, adaptability, and technical expertise developed through military service. At Clarios, those capabilities thrive in an environment built on grit, ingenuity, and passion - where you can grow your career while helping to power progress worldwide. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected…