Engineering Manager - Reotemp Fab
About The Position
A highly experienced and driven engineer to lead all engineering functions for the development, specification, and production of thermowells, flushing rings, valves, and miscellaneous fabrication opportunities. This role is responsible for ensuring our product designs align with industry standards (e.g., ASME, ANSI, API), guiding product implementation into manufacturing, and supporting sales with technical expertise. REOTEMP Instrument Corp is a world class manufacturer of thermometers, pressure gauges, and other temperature and pressure measurement devices. We build a unique type of product that few people have any experience with, so we seek team members who have a passion for learning. The person in this position will engage with dozens of people from accounting to manufacturing on a daily basis and thus should be enthusiastic about working closely with others and ultimately serving our customers.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- 7+ years of engineering experience in process control components (e.g., thermowells, valves, instrumentation fittings, etc.)
- Strong knowledge of relevant industry standards and design codes (e.g., ASME PTC 19.3 TW, ASME B31.1/B31.3, ANSI, API, NACE)
- Experience with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and familiarity with engineering documentation control
- Proven track record of bringing engineered products into successful production
- Strong communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical topics to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Collaborative mindset with experience supporting sales, quality, and manufacturing functions
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree preferred
- Experience working with CNC-machined components and precision manufacturing processes
- Background in pressure-containing or pressure-rated components
- Familiarity with product certification processes (e.g., PED, CRN, ISO9001)
Responsibilities
- Supports all Fab product lines to ensure thermowells, flushing rings, valves and future products are designed to meet or exceed industry standards (ASME, ANSI, API, etc.).
- Reviews customer specifications and application requirements to provide appropriate design solutions or adaptations.
- Develops and maintains a deep understanding of applicable codes, certifications, and external compliance standards, ensuring full regulatory alignment across products.
- Serves as a key liaison between design, production, and commercial teams to balance cost, lead time, performance, and compliance.
- Manages and oversees the Machine Shop including team development.
- Implements standard-compliant designs into manufacturing, working closely with production, machinists, and quality teams to ensure quality, manufacturability, efficiency, and repeatability.
- Learns, understands, develops, and implements internal manufacturing processes that comply with applicable industry standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949, AWS, etc.).
- Provides oversight on the development and validation of CNC programs, fixture designs, and welding processes.
- Supports the internal setup of new manufacturing capabilities, including facility layout planning, equipment specification and installation, and process integration.
- Assists in evaluating manufacturing requirements to determine which processes should be procured externally vs. set up internally, based on cost, capacity, complexity, and strategic value.
- Assists in coordinating with suppliers and internal teams for tooling, equipment, and material sourcing.
- Develops work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and quality standards.
- Supports or leads any required process control plan development, and process documentation.
- Supports sales and customer service teams by providing technical expertise during quoting, product selection, and specification reviews.
- Engages with customers, when necessary, to understand technical requirements, resolve product or process-related issues, and provide timely engineering support that contributes to customer satisfaction and account success.
- Ensures all technical documentation, including drawings, data sheets, material specifications, and testing protocols, meets regulatory and customer requirements.
- Oversees product validation, including pressure testing, material certification, dimensional inspections, and compliance verification.
- Creates and maintains Installation, Operation, and Maintenance (IOM) manuals, as well as technical bulletins and product briefs for core products within the Reotemp Fabrication business unit.
- Collaborates with quality and compliance teams to ensure production practices support audit readiness and regulatory compliance.
- Drives continuous improvement initiatives to reduce cost, improve efficiency, and ensure repeatability.
- Mentors and guides junior engineers, machinists, and drafters as the team grows.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
