Engineering Manager(Manufacturing)

South Bay Solutions•Fremont, CA

2d•$160,000 - $185,000

About The Position

South Bay Solutions is a high-precision machine shop making parts for the semiconductor, medical-device, and advanced-technology hardware industries. The CNC Manufacturing Engineering Manager leads CNC programming and manufacturing engineering operations in a high-mix, precision contract manufacturing environment. The role combines hands-on production support with strategic leadership to advance operational excellence, process standardization, and continuous improvement. The manager ensures engineering deliverables support production schedules while building scalable systems that improve safety, quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. The position leads and develops CNC programmers and manufacturing engineers; supports machinists, operators, and production leadership; and collaborates with Production, Quality, Planning, Supply Chain, Sales, Estimating, and customers. It also oversees programming standards, tooling and fixture work, engineering documentation, program validation, NPI manufacturability, customer technical engagement, and engineering performance reporting.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
7–10+ years of CNC programming and manufacturing engineering experience.
3–5+ years of leadership experience in a contract manufacturing, job shop, or precision machining environment.
Advanced proficiency in CAD/CAM software such as Mastercam, SolidWorks, or similar.
Strong working knowledge of CNC machining processes, including multi-axis milling and turning, tooling systems, and GD&T.
Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and engineering document control.
Hands-on, results-driven leadership, with the ability to operate tactically and strategically.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills in fast-paced environments.
Excellent communication skills across shop floor personnel, leadership teams, and customers.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a high-mix manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience with automation, robotics, and digital manufacturing tools.

Responsibilities

Ensure timely delivery of CNC programs, tooling plans, fixtures, and setup documentation to support production schedules.
Provide hands-on technical troubleshooting and support for machinists, operators, and production leadership.
Establish and maintain standardized programming methods, feeds and speeds, and setup strategies to minimize downtime and variation.
Oversee fixture design, tooling selection, and engineering change activities for high-mix and complex machining work.
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of CNC programmers and manufacturing engineers.
Balance immediate production needs with long-term engineering initiatives and process improvements.
Collaborate with Production, Quality, Planning, and Supply Chain teams.
Build a culture focused on accountability, technical excellence, continuous improvement, and problem-solving.
Develop and maintain standardized programming libraries, setup sheets, and engineering documentation.
Validate new CNC programs through simulation, prove-outs, and controlled production releases.
Reduce setup time, cycle time, scrap, and machine downtime using lean principles and best practices.
Support New Product Introduction (NPI) by conducting manufacturability assessments and developing robust machining processes.
Partner with Sales and Estimating to provide technical input for quoting, cost models, and lead times.
Represent Manufacturing Engineering in customer audits, technical reviews, and program meetings.
Deliver Design for Manufacturability (DFM) feedback to customers to improve quality, cost, and delivery performance.
Track and report engineering performance metrics, risks, and project status to leadership.