Mechanical Engineering Manager

The Engineering Manager provides leadership, direction, and technical oversight to the Engineering team, including Mechanical Drafters and

administrative support staff. This role is accountable for the productivity, efficiency, and accuracy of all engineering outputs while

supporting new product development, customer-specific solutions, production engineering initiatives, and quality improvement efforts. The

Engineering Manager partners with cross-functional leaders to ensure engineering resources, processes, and deliverables align with

company objectives, manufacturing capabilities, and customer requirements.

Job Specification: Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Own the productivity, efficiency, and accuracy of all engineering outputs, ensuring the department consistently meets quality

standards, delivery timelines, and business objectives.

• Lead, manage, and develop engineering personnel, including Mechanical Drafters and support staff, providing clear

direction, coaching, and performance feedback.

• Plan, prioritize, and assign engineering work to balance workload, resource utilization, and project deadlines.
• Develop and improve engineering workflows to reduce errors, rework, delays, and inefficiencies
• Track and evaluate department performance using metrics related to productivity, accuracy, cycle time, and resource utilization.
• Coordinate work with Production, Quality, Sales, Purchasing, and Operations to support product launches, customer-specific

solutions, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Supervise the development, implementation, and maintenance of engineering software tools, CAD systems, and documentation

standards.

• Participate in hiring, onboarding, training, and ongoing development of engineering staff.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• BS or BSET in Engineering-Disciplines may include mechanical, industrial, robotics, computer science, mechatronics, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in an engineering or technical leadership role.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and team management skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient computer and Microsoft software skills
• Working knowledge of steel types and manufacturing environments
• CAD experience (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, etc.); ability to read, create, and revise engineering drawings and schematics
• Analytical skills for evaluating complex technical information
• Self-motivated, confident, and professional when working with internal and external customers
• Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States with no current or future sponsorship requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Office: · Will be required to sit at a desk using a computer, as well as stand and walk, for 8 hours or more per day
• Manufacturing: Will be required to walk, stand, bend, kneel, stoop, and reach in various capacities throughout the workday

You should be proficient in:

• Bachelor's Degree
• CAD Software
• Blueprint Reading