Engineering Manager

Standex • Concord, NH

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About The Position

The Engineering Manager leads all engineering activities at the site, ensuring the successful execution of manufacturing, process improvement, product support, and capital projects. Reporting to the Plant Manager, this role provides technical leadership, develops engineering talent, and drives initiatives to improve safety, quality, productivity, and operational efficiency. The Engineering Manager is the facility’s primary engineering leader and partners with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Leadership teams to achieve business objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required; Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, or a related discipline preferred.
• At least 5 years of engineering experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Previous leadership experience managing engineers, technical professionals, or cross-functional project teams.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, process improvement, and project management principles.
• Proven experience leading continuous improvement initiatives that drive measurable operational results.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Experience managing capital projects, equipment installations, and process improvements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency with engineering tools, manufacturing systems, and Microsoft Office applications.

Nice To Haves

• Engineering leadership experience within a regulated or highly technical manufacturing environment.
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement certification.
• Experience with automation, process optimization, and manufacturing technologies.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the site's engineering team, fostering accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Provide technical leadership and support for manufacturing processes, equipment, and production challenges.
• Drive process improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, efficiency, and cost reduction.
• Manage engineering resources, priorities, and project execution to support plant and business objectives.
• Lead capital equipment, facility improvement, automation, and continuous improvement projects from concept through implementation.
• Partner with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams to resolve technical issues and improve plant performance.
• Establish and monitor engineering KPIs and project metrics to ensure successful execution and results.
• Support new product launches, process transfers, and manufacturing scale-up activities as needed.
• Ensure engineering activities comply with company policies, customer requirements, and applicable regulatory standards.
• Identify and implement best practices, new technologies, and process improvements to enhance operational performance.
• Develop annual engineering plans, budgets, and resource requirements.
• Serve as the site's primary engineering resource and technical leader.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager