Engineering Manager

Propelis • Portland, OR

20d • $85,000 - $95,000 • Onsite

About The Position

SGS & Co and SGK have consistently delivered print, fabrication, and merchandising needs of hundreds of clients—and now, as Collide, we’re combining our strengths to elevate what’s possible. This new chapter expands the breadth and depth of our expertise, enabling us to deliver high-impact, global solutions that help brands launch into the real world, capture attention, and drive conversion at the point of connection. We’re looking for an Engineering Manager to join our team in Tigard, OR . This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fabrication and production-focused environment—where engineering meets craftsmanship. You’ll lead a talented team responsible for bringing creative retail concepts to life through expert project planning, shop floor collaboration, and precision execution. If you enjoy being close to the work, solving problems in real time, and driving operational excellence, this could be the perfect opportunity. This role is onsite in Tigard, OR. What you’ll do: Oversee fabrication engineering and production processes Partner with designers and project managers to ensure flawless builds Lead and develop a skilled technical team Streamline operations for efficiency and quality Apply Now and join a company that blends creativity, engineering, and craftsmanship to produce world-class brand experiences.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field
• 8+ years progressive engineering experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5+ years in a leadership role (direct or indirect)
• Occasional travel either locally, nationally, and/or internationally may be required.
• High degree of proficiency MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications
• Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning)
• Solid understanding and application of mathematical concepts
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as, internal and external clients
• Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
• Ability to work with and influence peers and senior management
• Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting
• Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; and talk, hear and see.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree (MBA, Master’s) preferred

Responsibilities

• Directs local product engineering resources.
• Works in the execution of new products; researches emerging and competitive products; Reduces cost and enhances existing products.
• Directs department activities to design new products, modify existing designs, improve production techniques, and develop test procedures.
• Provides manufacturing technical & documentation support; resolves problems using solutions that involve new techniques, technologies, or concepts.
• Confers with management, production, and marketing staff to determine engineering feasibility, cost effectiveness, and customer demand for new and existing products.
• Forecasts operating costs of department and directs preparation of budget requests.
• Maintains a working knowledge of new technologies which may improve operations and develops recommendations accordingly.
• Utilizes engineering skills to recommends and implements methods for improving processes, including worker efficiency and reducing waste of materials and utilities such as restructuring job duties, reorganizing work flow, relocating work stations and equipment, and purchase of equipment.
• Serves as high-level release manager on all product releases.
• Ensures all internal projects are managed to schedules.
• Manages customer crises.
• Plans, directs, and coordinates activities of employee(s) to ensure goals or objectives are accomplished. Mentors, coaches, trains and develops team.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Group benefits currently include a selection of health care plans with prescription drug coverage, dental plan, vision plan, basic and supplemental life insurance, a flexible spending account for medical and dependent care expenses or a health savings account based on plan selection, short/long term disability and 401(k) Savings Plan.

What This Job Offers

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