Our client is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead both the Mechanical and Electrical Engineering departments. This role is ideal for a hands‑on engineering leader with deep experience in designing and delivering complex capital equipment and strong expertise in industrial automation, controls, and cross‑functional engineering management.
You will oversee engineering strategy, product development, R&D initiatives, and technical execution while partnering closely with Project Management and Sales to meet customer requirements.
Onsite | No Visa Sponsorship | Relocation Assistance: Limited
Responsibilities:
- Promote innovation across all engineering disciplines.
- Drive engineering strategy, R&D initiatives, and continuous improvement.
- Lead and develop the Mechanical and Electrical Engineering departments.
- Support Sales with technical input for new products and customer proposals.
- Manage engineering budgets, resource planning, and performance evaluations.
- Oversee equipment design, process flow, and compliance with engineering standards.
- Ensure high standards of professionalism in customer technical meetings and presentations.
- Provide executive‑level summaries on project status, cost controls, and engineering challenges.
- Improve manufacturing processes through automation, data analysis, and cost‑reduction initiatives.
- Partner with Project Management to meet customer specifications, timelines, and quality expectations.
Qualifications (Must-Haves)
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Proficiency with CAD software and MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- 3–5 years of leadership or management experience overseeing engineering teams.
- Hands‑on experience with industrial automation and controls, including PLCs, HMIs and SCADA.
- 7–10 years of experience in industrial machinery design/manufacturing for a designer and builder of capital equipment.
Nice-to-Haves:
- Experience with FEA and CFD tools.
- Some mechanical engineering capability.
- Experience in heat treatment of metal parts or thermal processing equipment.
- Familiarity with: Allen Bradley PLC (500/5000), Intouch Wonderware and HC900 Design Station.
Benefits & Perks:
- Life Insurance
- Profit Sharing
- 401k with company match
- Medical, Dental and Vision
- Limited relocation assistance (moving truck reimbursement)
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