Engineering Manager

Engineering Manager | East Tawas, MI

Salary Range: $119,000 - $168,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in engineering management? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in the East Tawas area seeking Engineering Managers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan's manufacturing regions. 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.

This posting covers Engineering Manager opportunities with manufacturers based in and around East Tawas in Iosco County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Oscoda, Au Gres, Tawas, and Harrisville.

The Opportunity

We work with companies in the East Tawas area that add Engineering Managers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Usual Responsibilities

• Coordinate with production, maintenance, and quality leaders on cross functional initiatives.
• Report project status and key metrics to plant and operations leadership.
• Direct daily engineering activities across process, equipment, and continuous improvement work.
• Lead and develop a team of engineers and technicians, setting priorities and performance goals.
• Oversee capital projects from scope and justification through installation and startup.
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for production and quality issues.
• Manage engineering budgets, project schedules, and resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Recommended Qualifications

• Prior experience supervising or leading engineering teams.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methods.
• Experience managing capital projects and budgets.
• Working knowledge of safety and quality management systems.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field.
• Several years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.

Bonus Qualifications

• Six Sigma or lean certification.
• Background in regulated industries such as automotive or medical devices.
• Experience with ERP or maintenance management software.
• Professional Engineer license or advanced technical degree.
• Experience with automation, robotics, or controls systems.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Plant Engineering Manager, Industrial Engineering Manager, Maintenance and Engineering Manager, Operations Engineering Manager, Production Engineering Manager, Engineering Superintendent, Technical Services Manager, Continuous Improvement Manager, Manufacturing Engineering Manager, Process Engineering Manager

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

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://www.thepivotgroup.org. 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.