Engineering Operations Manager

Technipower • San Jose, CA

12h • Onsite

About The Position

The client is seeking an Engineering Operations Manager in the San Jose, CA area for a role in the combustion and emissions control industry. This position serves as the primary coordinator between customers, engineering, and production, leading cross-functional programs from quotation through production launch and customer acceptance. The role involves developing and maintaining project schedules, budgets, and deliverables, identifying risks and driving mitigation plans, and coordinating the design, development, and validation of combustion hardware. The manager will also lead and mentor the engineering technical design team, oversee customer engagement and quotation development, and provide leadership across quality systems, supply chain, and production planning. This is a Direct Hire, long-term, onsite position.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or related field.
• Proficiency in thermodynamics, combustion systems or related energy technologies.
• 8+ years of experience in manufacturing, engineering program management, or operations.
• 4+ years in a leadership role.
• Proficient with customer-facing responsibilities and strong communication skills.
• Experience preparing quotations, cost estimates, and project plans.
• Experience with manufacturing processes and quality systems.
• Able to coordinate cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 requirements and audit processes.
• Strong technical skills in thermal engineering, fluid mechanics, or mechanical design.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary coordinator between customers, engineering, and production.
• Lead cross-functional programs from quotation through production launch and customer acceptance.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Identify risks and drive mitigation plans.
• Coordinate the design, development, and validation of combustion hardware including burner elements, combustion systems, and air-fuel mixers.
• Manage and mentor the engineering technical design team.
• Oversee customer engagement and quotation development.
• Provide high-level leadership across quality system, supply chain, and production planning activities.
• Work closely with the Plant Manager, Controller, and President on strategic planning and execution.

What This Job Offers

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