Job Title: Engineering Manager

Reports To: Director of QME (Quality, Maintenance & Engineering)

Role Purpose

The Engineering Manager is responsible for leading the Engineering function to support reliable operations, quality outcomes, and business growth. This role blends technical leadership, hands-on engineering work, and cross-functional project support, ensuring engineering capability is applied where it creates the most value. The Engineering Manager is expected to both manage the team and contribute technically, with a strong focus on documentation, fabrication, problem-solving, and execution.

Key Responsibilities

1. Team Leadership & Management

• Lead, coach, and develop the Engineering team
• Set priorities, assign work, and ensure projects are executed on time and to standard
• Establish clear expectations, accountability, and performance feedback
• Build technical depth and cross-training within the team
• Support hiring, onboarding, and skills development as needed

2. Engineering Documentation & Drawings

• Develop and maintain engineering drawings for critical parts, tooling, fixtures, and equipment
• Ensure drawings are accurate, controlled, and accessible for Maintenance and Operations
• Support the creation of Bills of Materials (BOMs) and part specifications
• Partner with Quality to ensure documentation supports repeatability and compliance
• Reduce reliance on tribal knowledge by capturing institutional engineering knowledge

3. Fabrication, Machining & Prototyping

• Lead and support in-house fabrication and machining activities
• Design and build fixtures, tooling, guards, and custom components
• Support rapid prototyping for process improvements and new product development
• Ensure safe practices, proper materials, and fit-for-purpose designs
• Determine when work should be done internally versus outsourced

4. Business Development & Growth Support

• Support Business Development and Sales through prototyping and production build-out
• Assist with new product introduction (NPI), process design, and scalability planning
• Collaborate with Quality and Operations to ensure new products meet performance and reliability expectations
• Provide technical input on feasibility, cost, and timeline for new opportunities

5. Special Projects Supporting Maintenance & Facilities

• Lead or support special projects that improve equipment reliability, maintenance effectiveness, or facility capability
• Assist Maintenance with complex troubleshooting, rebuilds, and upgrades
• Support Facilities projects including layout changes, infrastructure upgrades, and safety improvements
• Provide engineering oversight for contractors and third-party vendors when required

6. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner closely with Quality, Maintenance, Operations, and Scheduling
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action efforts
• Ensure engineering solutions address root causes—not symptoms
• Align engineering work with organizational priorities and Proactive Leadership expectations

7. Miscellaneous

Qualifications

Required / Core Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related discipline) or equivalent hands-on experience
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Demonstrated experience in:
  • Engineering design and documentation (drawings, specifications, BOMs)
  • Fabrication, machining, tooling, or fixture design
  • Supporting maintenance, facilities, or production equipment
• Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience working cross-functionally with Operations, Maintenance, and Quality
• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills
• Ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Preferred / Beneficial Qualifications

• Experience in continuous or 24/7 manufacturing environments
• Familiarity with ISO-based Quality Management Systems
• Experience supporting new product development or process scale-up
• Experience managing or mentoring engineers, technicians, or skilled trades
• CAD proficiency (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar)
• Familiarity with CMMS, ERP, or engineering change management systems

Note: Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience will be considered.

Working Conditions

• This role is primarily based in a manufacturing and fabrication environment
• Regular presence on the production floor is required to support operations, maintenance, and project execution
• Work involves:
  • Exposure to moving machinery, noise, heat, dust, and industrial materials
  • Use of hand tools, power tools, and fabrication equipment
  • Occasional lifting of materials and components (up to ~50 lbs, with assistance as needed)
• PPE is required in designated areas (safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, etc.)
• Standard work schedule is full-time; additional hours may be required during:
  • Equipment rebuilds or outages
  • Critical projects or business development support
• Occasional interaction with contractors, vendors, and customers may be required

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and the employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and other management as required. This job description should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or work conditions associated with the job. Furthermore, the employer reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

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