Engineering Manager (ASME)

RightWorks

Middletown, Ohio

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Benchmarking, Best Practices, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Business Administration, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Capital Equipment, Capital Project, Continuous Improvement, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Engineering Management, Finite Element Analysis, Food and Beverage Industry, Industrial Management, Intellectual Property Development, Leadership, Lean Six Sigma, Life Insurance, Manufacturing Assembly, Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineering, Mentoring, On Site Support, Performance Metrics, Process Improvement, Product Design, Product Development, Product Strategy, Project Management Professional (PMP), Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Management, Sales Support, Six Sigma Certification, SolidWorks, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Vision Plan, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Middletown, Ohio
POSTED
9 days ago

Senior Engineering Manager – Industrial Equipment | Capital Projects | Mechanical Engineering

Location: Onsite (U.S.-based)

Travel: Up to 20%

Compensation: $130,000 – $175,000 + bonus + full benefits

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Engineering Manager to lead design, product development, and continuous improvement efforts for complex industrial / capital equipment systems used in food, beverage, and pharmaceutical applications.

This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for driving engineering performance, mentoring teams, and partnering cross-functionally to deliver innovative, high-quality equipment solutions.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead and develop a team of engineers focused on mechanical design, controls, and structural systems
  • Oversee new product development (NPD) and enhancement of existing equipment lines
  • Solve complex technical challenges across manufacturing, assembly, procurement, and field service
  • Drive improvements in quality, reliability, and warranty performance
  • Lead design reviews, engineering standards, and best practices
  • Partner with suppliers and vendors to improve quality and cost efficiency
  • Support sales, service, and customer-facing teams with technical expertise
  • Implement Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives (VA/VE, cost reduction)
  • Drive innovation, IP development, and competitive benchmarking
  • Manage engineering KPIs: cost savings, timelines, scope, quality, and team performance
  • Hire, mentor, and develop high-performing engineering talent

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field (required)
  • Master’s degree or MBA (preferred)
  • 10+ years experience in industrial or capital equipment design
  • 5+ years leading and managing engineering teams
  • Experience with SolidWorks, ANSYS, or similar CAD/FEA tools
  • Strong knowledge of metallic materials and pressure systems (ASME experience a plus)
  • Certifications such as Six Sigma, Lean, or PMP are a plus

Why This Role

  • Lead engineering for complex, high-value industrial systems
  • High visibility with executive leadership and cross-functional teams
  • Opportunity to drive innovation, cost optimization, and product strategy
  • Strong compensation, bonus potential, and day-one benefits

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
  • Short-term & Long-term Disability
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off & family leave
  • Career growth and leadership development opportunities

Work Environment

  • Onsite role with up to 20% travel
  • Collaborative, team-oriented culture focused on engineering excellence and continuous improvement

Apply Today

If you’re a hands-on engineering leader with a passion for building high-performance teams and delivering complex equipment solutions, we’d love to connect.


About the Company

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