Engineering Manager

Productive Resources•Kansas City, KS

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Productive Resources is seeking an experienced and driven Engineering Manager to lead cross-functional product development efforts from concept through production at our customer's facility in Kansas City, KS. This role is responsible for coordinating engineering programs, managing project timelines, and ensuring collaboration across hardware, software, and product development teams. The ideal candidate is an organized leader who thrives in a fast-paced, innovative environment. This individual will be equally comfortable managing schedules and priorities from the office while also spending time on the production floor supporting technical problem-solving, product development, and engineering execution. This is a full-time, indefinite position with opportunities for professional growth within the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
5+ years of engineering experience with increasing responsibility in product development, project management, or engineering leadership.
Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional engineering projects from concept through implementation.
Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence and coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
Comfortable working in both office and manufacturing environments.
Strong technical aptitude and willingness to remain engaged in hands-on engineering activities when needed.

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate cross-functional engineering projects involving hardware, software, and product development teams.
Develop and manage project plans, schedules, milestones, and deliverables to ensure projects are completed on time and within scope.
Track project progress, identify risks, and proactively resolve issues that could impact timelines or product performance.
Serve as the primary point of coordination between engineering disciplines, ensuring effective communication and collaboration throughout the development process.
Work closely with engineering leadership to prioritize projects, allocate resources, and balance competing initiatives.
Participate in product development activities, providing both technical and project management support as needed.
Spend time on the production floor supporting prototype builds, product validation, troubleshooting, and engineering improvements.
Collaborate with manufacturing, operations, and quality teams to ensure products are designed for manufacturability and successful production.
Facilitate design reviews, project status meetings, and cross-functional communication.
Maintain project documentation, schedules, action items, and engineering records.
Drive continuous improvement in engineering processes, project execution, and team collaboration.