Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Voltage Energy•Timberlake, NC

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About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineering Manager leads the development, implementation, and optimization of manufacturing processes, equipment, and production systems for a wire harness and renewable energy manufacturing operation. The role oversees the Manufacturing Engineering team and serves as a technical link between Design Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Production to support safe, efficient, and scalable manufacturing. The manager drives continuous improvement, production readiness, capacity planning, and automation to support operational excellence and production growth. Responsibilities also include supporting new product launches, facility expansion, compliance, and the development of engineering talent.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
7 or more years of manufacturing engineering experience.
3 or more years of leadership or supervisory experience.
Experience supporting high-volume manufacturing operations.
Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles.
Experience with process validation and continuous improvement methodologies.
Knowledge of PFMEA, Control Plans, APQP, and Root Cause Analysis.
Experience with automation and manufacturing equipment implementation.
Proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Experience with CAD software and manufacturing documentation.
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to machinery, moving equipment, noise, and varying temperatures.
Ability to stand and walk on the production floor for extended periods throughout the workday.
Ability to occasionally lift and move items up to 50 pounds.
Ability to bend, reach, stoop, and navigate throughout the manufacturing facility.
Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) while on the production floor.
Ability to support flexible work hours as needed to support production schedules and operational demands.
Must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.; the company will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas or related immigration processes.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree.
Experience in wire harness, electrical assembly, automotive, electronics, renewable energy, or related industries.

Responsibilities

Lead development, implementation, and optimization of manufacturing processes for wire harness assemblies, solar products, and related electrical systems.
Establish standardized work instructions, process flows, and manufacturing documentation.
Ensure new projects transition effectively from Design Engineering into production.
Develop manufacturing routings, labor standards, and cycle times.
Troubleshoot process, equipment, and quality issues in production operations.
Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for manufacturing-related failures.
Partner with Production and Quality teams to improve throughput, efficiency, and first-pass yield.
Lead engineering support for production ramps and new product launches.
Lead Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen initiatives.
Identify and implement opportunities to reduce labor costs, scrap, rework, and cycle times.
Establish and track KPIs related to productivity, quality, OEE, and capacity utilization.
Drive automation and process improvement projects.
Develop capacity models and manufacturing layouts to support growth.
Evaluate equipment requirements and capital expenditures.
Support facility expansion and production line scaling initiatives.
Optimize labor utilization and manufacturing flow.
Work with Design Engineering to support design for manufacturability (DFM).
Own manufacturing BOMs and production drawings.
Collaborate with Supply Chain to improve material flow and supplier readiness.
Partner with Quality to establish process controls and inspection methods.
Support customer audits, supplier visits, and technical reviews.
Recruit, develop, and retain manufacturing engineering talent.
Conduct performance reviews and establish development plans.
Promote accountability, safety, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Build engineering capabilities to support future facility growth.
Directly supervise Manufacturing Engineers and Manufacturing Engineering Technicians; may assume responsibility for larger engineering teams as operations expand.
Provide coaching, mentoring, performance management, and career development.
Ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental, and company safety requirements.
Support ISO quality standards and customer-specific requirements.
Maintain accurate engineering records and change management processes.