Engineering Manager

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The Ideal Tridon Group comprises a family of brands that support, secure, and connect the movement of air, fluid, and electricity in critical applications. With over 100 years of proven quality and a strong culture of service, we are the worldwide leader in clamps, strut, hose supports, conduit, fittings, and coupling solutions. Our products are engineered to meet the highest standards across a range of industries, and our commitment to innovation, reliability, and customer support ensures we’re ready to meet the demands of today and tomorrow.

At the Ideal Tridon Group, connections aren’t just what we make—they’re the heart of everything we do.

We are seeking an Engineering Manager for our Foster Manufacturing Springfield, MO Plant.

Responsible for leading and coordinating the activities of the Engineering, Maintenance and Quality Control teams to ensure optimal performance, reliability and compliance across all operations. This role plays a critical part in driving continuous improvement initiatives, overseeing capital expenditure planning and execution, and supporting new product development and machinery design.

• Lead and develop cross-functional teams in engineering, maintenance, and quality control.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, reliability, and product quality.
• Plan, budget, and implement capital projects, including equipment upgrades and facility improvements.
• Oversee the design and development of new products and custom machinery to meet evolving business needs.
• Ensure effective maintenance strategies to maximize equipment uptime and longevity.
• Maintain and improve compliance with ISO 9001 standards, including documentation, audits, and corrective actions.
• Manage product compliance with international regulations such as REACH, RoHS, and other applicable environmental and safety standards.
• Provide technical sales support, including product specifications, application guidance and customer-facing engineering expertise.
• Champion a culture of safety, innovation, and accountability across all technical teams.
• Collaborate with other departments to support operational goals and strategic initiatives.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the VP of Operations.

• 4-year degree in a technical-based field such as Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in engineering roles within an industrial manufacturing environment.
• At least 2+ years in a managerial or leadership capacity preferred. Proven track record of leading engineering projects from conception to completion.
• Excellent communication skills, verbal, written and presentation. Ability to communicate effectively with customers, employees, vendors and contractors.
• Strong experience with measuring equipment including optical comparators, calipers, micrometers, depth gauges, thread gauges and other measuring devices.
• Experience with fluid power systems, including air, steam and hydraulic systems.
• Experience with ISO 9001, REACH, RoHS and other regulatory frameworks.
• Travel is required. Estimated at 25% as needed to oversee and support engineering operations at two manufacturing sites in Boyertown, PA.

Foster and embody the Ideal Tridon Group values:

• Devoted to Customers – Builds trusted relationships through service and reliability.
• We Care – Acts with integrity, accountability, and respect for others.
• Passionate About Growth – Committed to personal and team development.
• Positive Energy – Creates a collaborative, energizing work environment.
• We Find a Way – Resourceful, determined, and solutions-focused.

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Engineering and Information Technology

• Manufacturing

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