Galleher Industries is expanding into Lafayette, Indiana with a brand-new facility and needs an Engineering Manager to lead the launch and ongoing engineering operations of this new site.
Requirements
- Proficiency in SolidWorks (required).
- Experience with CNC equipment — programming experience strongly preferred.
- Hands-on experience with fixture design, tooling, and equipment startup.
Responsibilities
- Lead all Engineering and Maintenance initiatives for the Lafayette start-up facility.
- Oversee process design, equipment identification, and plant layout planning to support new production operations.
- Develop cost estimates for new products and projects in coordination with leadership and sales teams.
- Manage product launch activities including tooling and fixture design, equipment installation, and production startup.
- Provide technical support to internal stakeholders, customers, and the sales team on product specifications and feasibility.
- Partner with Operations and Maintenance to ensure new processes meet production, quality, and safety standards.
- Maintain accurate documentation of engineering designs, revisions, and process changes.
Other
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing preferred).
- 5–10 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
- Proven project management experience leading cross-functional initiatives.
- Experience in transportation manufacturing (trailers, truck bodies, or similar) a plus.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and leadership abilities, with the capacity to collaborate across departments and multiple locations.
- Commitment to safety, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
