The company is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead their engineering team in supporting new product introduction (NPI), sustaining engineering, process improvements, and customer-driven technical projects, ensuring engineering solutions meet performance, quality, and delivery objectives.
Requirements
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing and assembly processes, electro-mechanical systems, machining, welding, and materials.
- Familiarity with CAD/CAM software and other relevant engineering tools.
- Familiarity with ECO/ECN processes and controls.
- Knowledge of Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma principles is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Leverage the ERP system to establish how materials are driven and flow through the facility.
- Develop and execute ECO's and ensure clear communication throughout the organization.
- Manage engineering projects related to manufacturing process improvements, ensuring enhanced process quality and effectiveness.
- Ensure that manufacturing processes meet industry standards, product specifications, and quality requirements.
- Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes, including building out indented product structures, determining where sub-assemblies should be used, how parts/kits should flow through Production, as well as required tooling, fixturing, and poka-yokes.
- Provide technical support to the production team, troubleshoot manufacturing issues, and ensure production runs smoothly and efficiently.
- Create and maintain comprehensive documentation, including work instructions, procedures, and engineering specifications, to ensure consistency and repeatability in production.
Other
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 4 manufacturing engineers and 1 documentation control specialist across key areas of responsibilities listed below.
- Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment.
- Manage day-to-day engineering activities including resource allocation, project prioritization, and technical reviews.
- Work closely with your team and other departments to allocate resources effectively, ensuring that teams have the necessary tools, equipment, and personnel to meet company goals.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Sales/Program Management, Materials, Planning, Manufacturing, and Quality, to support NPI timelines.
- Act as subject matter expert between customers, internal departments, and suppliers for all Engineering related issues.
- Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- 7+ years of engineering experience in a contract manufacturing environment.
- 2+ years of leadership experience in engineering management or supervisory role.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong project management skills.
- Effective communication and collaboration abilities.
