Engineering Manager - Traverse Area

Position: Engineering Manager - Traverse City Area
Job Description:

Engineering Manager | Traverse City, MI

Salary Range: $111,000 - $160,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for leading engineering teams and driving technical excellence? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Traverse City seeking skilled Engineering Managers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We are partnering with organizations in Traverse City that are seeking Engineering Managers. These companies are committed to building strong teams and are looking for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with The Pivot Group Network, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers, fostering their professional growth and development.
• Oversee the design, development, and improvement of manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and supply chain teams to optimize operational efficiency and product quality.
• Manage engineering projects from conception to completion, ensuring adherence to budget, timeline, and technical specifications.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, implementing lean manufacturing principles and advanced engineering techniques.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, quality standards, and industry best practices.
• Develop and manage the engineering department's budget and resource allocation.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related technical field.
• 7+ years of experience in engineering within a manufacturing environment, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Proven track record of successfully leading and developing engineering teams.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, lean principles, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with project management and the ability to drive multiple engineering initiatives simultaneously.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles and their application.
• Familiarity with Six Sigma methodologies and their use in process improvement.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent project management experience.
• Experience with various manufacturing processes (e.g., machining, assembly, fabrication).

Job Titles That Should Apply

Engineering Manager, Senior Engineering Manager, Principal Engineering Manager, Director of Engineering, Head of Engineering, VP of Engineering, Software Engineering Manager, Technical Program Manager, Product Engineering Manager, Development Manager, Engineering Lead, Team Lead Engineer

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic-they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters:
Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https:// The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search-market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.

Required Skills:

• Resume

• Safety Regulations

• Offers

• Supply Chain

• Support

• Product Quality

• Lean Manufacturing

• Development

• Driving

• Six Sigma

• Compliance

• Salary

• Hiring

• Partnerships

• Recruiting

• Process Improvement

• Compensation

• Supply

• Operational Efficiency

• Continuous Improvement

• Manufacturing

• Specifications

• Regulations

• Preparation

• Software

• Design

• Engineering

• Project Management

• Leadership

• Management

Salary Package:

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