Engineering Manager

Southern Systems International • Memphis, TN

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About The Position

Southern Systems International (SSI) is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead our engineering team in the successful execution of complex material handling and industrial automation projects. This role is responsible for providing technical leadership, managing engineering resources, developing team members, and ensuring engineering deliverables meet the highest standards of quality, accuracy, and schedule. The Engineering Manager serves as the bridge between Engineering, Project Management, Fabrication, Field Operations, and Executive Leadership. This individual is expected to foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and technical excellence while supporting the long-term growth of the engineering organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of engineering experience in industrial equipment, material handling, manufacturing, or related industries.
• Previous experience leading engineering teams or supervising technical personnel.
• Strong understanding of mechanical design, manufacturing processes, and industrial project execution.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining high standards of quality and responsiveness.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software such as Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience with conveyor systems, material handling equipment, structural steel, or industrial automation.
• Experience implementing engineering standards and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with project scheduling, cost awareness, and cross-functional project execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the daily operations of the engineering department.
• Plan, prioritize, and assign engineering resources across multiple concurrent projects.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers and designers.
• Review engineering deliverables to ensure quality, completeness, and compliance with project requirements.
• Work closely with Project Management to establish engineering schedules and support overall project execution.
• Coordinate with Fabrication and Field Operations to ensure designs are practical, manufacturable, and installable.
• Identify technical risks early and develop effective mitigation strategies.
• Drive continuous improvement of engineering standards, processes, and design practices.
• Establish and maintain engineering procedures, design standards, and best practices.
• Support customer meetings by providing technical leadership and engineering expertise.
• Promote collaboration across departments while fostering accountability and ownership within the engineering team.
• Participate in recruiting, hiring, onboarding, performance management, and professional development of engineering personnel.

What This Job Offers

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