Engineering Manager

STATES MANUFACTURING CORPORATION • Dayton, MN

51d • $145,500 - $185,000

About The Position

The Engineering Manager is responsible for leading a team of multi-disciplinary engineers who design and support the manufacture of custom electrical equipment in an assigned product group. This role ensures engineering excellence across product design, cost effectiveness, manufacturability, and compliance with industry standards. As a key counterpart to the Product Manager and Value Stream Manager, the Engineering Manager helps bring new and evolving products to market through close cross-functional collaboration with manufacturing, operations, and commercial teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Manufacturing Engineering (or related field)
• 7+ years of engineering experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership role
• Strong project management skills and experience in a custom or engineered-to-order manufacturing environment
• Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing engineering teams
• Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) and engineering documentation systems

Nice To Haves

• Experience with electrical equipment, such as switchgear, control panels, or power distribution products
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Epicor), PLM systems, and Lean manufacturing principles
• Familiarity with UL, NEC, and other relevant codes and standards

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Development
• Leadership, technical training, and mentorship of engineering teams
• Build and maintain a strong engineering culture rooted in accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Manage resource allocation, performance evaluations, and professional development plans
• Engineering Execution
• Oversee project execution from design through production release, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective, and manufacturable solutions
• Review and approve engineering drawings, BOMs, schematics, and technical documentation
• Drive adherence to engineering standards, regulatory codes (e.g., UL), and customer specifications
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Partner with Product Management to support product development, improvement, and customization
• Collaborate closely with Manufacturing and Operations teams to support smooth handoffs and solve production challenges
• Participate in quoting and design reviews for large or complex customer projects
• Process Improvement & Innovation
• Champion design-for-manufacturability (DFM) and design-for-cost (DFC) initiatives
• Identify and implement engineering process improvements to reduce lead times and improve quality
• ​Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and standards
• Technical Oversight & Risk Management
• Serve as an escalation point for complex technical challenges or design decisions
• Ensure risk assessments and mitigation plans are in place for high-impact projects

Benefits

• PTO/ESST
• Paid holidays
• $100 individual deductible and $300 family deductible health insurance
• Paid Weekly
• Vision and Dental Insurance
• 401K / Life Insurance / STD

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees