Application Engineering Manager - Mounted Bearings

RBC Bearings Incorporated • Simpsonville, SC

280d

About The Position

The Application Engineering Manager Supervisor is responsible for leading a team of engineers who support a defined product area. This role combines deep technical expertise with strong leadership to improve customer experience and drive business performance through continuous product and process enhancements. The supervisor plays a key role in developing team capabilities, fostering innovation, and ensuring high-quality customer service. The position requires a strong understanding of engineering principles, customer applications, and industry standards. The supervisor also collaborates with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, product management, R&D, and quality, to ensure technical accuracy and alignment with business goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field
• 10+ years of experience in Engineering, Manufacturing, Leadership, or related technical roles
• Strong product and application knowledge in relevant areas
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
• General understanding of project management principles
• Lean Green Belt certification preferred
• Demonstrated ability to adapt and multitask in a dynamic environment

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Application Engineers, prioritizing work and ensuring high-quality execution.
• Identify technical competency gaps and develop team capabilities to meet current and future business needs.
• Create a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Provide coaching and support for critical thinking, problem-solving, and professional growth.
• Serve as the subject matter expert in the defined product area, providing advanced application support.
• Deliver product selection and installation guidance to customers via phone, email, and chat.
• Resolve complex customer issues and provide creative, technically sound solutions.
• Represent the company in legal consultations, audits, and other technical expert scenarios.
• Encourage the team to generate new ideas that improve product performance and solve customer problems.
• Lead and support cost reduction, Lean, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with product designers to ensure the accuracy of models, drawings, and application materials.
• Promote documentation best practices, including independently written technical reports.
• Manage major Application Engineering projects, from planning through execution.
• Drive technical excellence in project delivery, including lab testing, design input, and validation.
• Teach and mentor less experienced colleagues to improve overall team performance and capability.
• Work closely with manufacturing, supply chain, R&D, product management, and quality teams.
• Support strategic initiatives that improve customer satisfaction and business outcomes.
• Act as a liaison between engineering and other business units to align on goals and priorities.

Benefits

• Lead a high-performing engineering team with real impact on customer outcomes
• Shape technical solutions that directly support customer success and business growth
• Work in a collaborative, innovation-driven environment
• Opportunities to influence product strategy and continuous improvement initiatives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree