Manufacturing Engineering Manager
About The Position
We are seeking a driven and results-oriented Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead and direct the activities of Project Engineers and Tool Designers in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for a hands-on engineering leader who thrives on supporting new model launches, driving process improvements, and resolving complex manufacturing challenges. As a key partner to Product Development, Quality, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing teams, you will oversee engineering resources, manage project priorities, and ensure the successful execution of initiatives that improve safety, quality, productivity, and process capability. If you enjoy leading teams, collaborating across functions, developing future leaders, and making a direct impact on manufacturing performance and operational excellence, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career in engineering leadership and advanced manufacturing.
Requirements
- Minimum of five years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering or a related discipline, including experience supporting new model launches.
- Strong project management skills with demonstrated ability to deliver projects on time and within budget.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across diverse teams.
- Ability to travel between multiple facilities and participate in occasional domestic and international travel.
- Must be able to read, write, understand, and communicate effectively in English.
Responsibilities
- Lead, coach, and develop Assistant Managers, Project Engineers, and Tool Designers through regular one-on-one meetings, mentoring, and performance management.
- Support team growth through coaching, teaching, and succession planning.
- Carry out managerial responsibilities including hiring, training, performance reviews, and resolution of employee issues.
- Develop assistant managers as future leaders within the organization.
- Provide leadership and decision-making support for new model launches and major manufacturing projects.
- Support project tracking, follow-up, and execution to meet quality, cost, and timing targets.
- Work cross-functionally with product development, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure project success.
- Teach and support Value Stream Engineers (VSEs) as needed during new model activities.
- Manage manufacturing engineering investments including reviews, approvals, follow-ups, and quarterly reporting.
- Conduct investment meetings and ensure alignment with manufacturing and business strategy.
- Plan and manage engineering resources using workload and capacity planning tools.
- Make recommendations regarding headcount and organizational structure as needed.
- Evaluate current manufacturing process capability against design requirements and recommend improvements.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives related to manufacturing methods, quality, and efficiency.
- Provide technical oversight related to manufacturing methods, procedures, and tooling design.
- Present technical information clearly to leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
- Ensure timely completion of administrative responsibilities including approvals, reporting, and coordination activities.
- Manage ETO approvals, drawing approvals, POR processing, and related documentation.
- Participate in meetings and coordinate activities across multiple buildings or campuses.
- Travel domestically and internationally as required to support projects and operations.
Benefits
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Earned paid time off (ETO)
- 10 paid company holidays annually
- Performance-based merit increases
- Annual bonus opportunity
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
