Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Busch•Virginia Beach, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Busch Vacuum Solutions is seeking a direct-hire Manufacturing Engineering Manager for their plant in Virginia Beach, Virginia. This role leads manufacturing engineering activities in a high-precision production environment, supporting machining, assembly, and warehouse operations. The manager is responsible for driving engineering projects, improving manufacturing processes, and leading continuous improvement initiatives. Key responsibilities include overseeing engineering resources, capital equipment planning, cost reduction initiatives, and ensuring timely project delivery within budget. The position also leads the site's lean manufacturing initiatives, collaborating cross-functionally to enhance productivity, quality, and operational performance. This is a Monday-Friday, onsite position with occasional domestic and international travel.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering
7+ years of experience in manufacturing or industrial engineering supporting CNC machining or assembly operations
5+ years of technical leadership, management, or supervisory experience
5+ years of project management experience leading cross-functional manufacturing improvement projects
Strong working knowledge of manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, and plant engineering principles
Experience implementing lean manufacturing tools such as Kaizen events and value stream mapping
Experience with root cause analysis methodologies (5 Whys, A3 problem solving, Fishbone)
Experience working with CNC machining, repetitive manufacturing environments, or rotating equipment
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Experience with CAD/CAM systems
Ability and willingness to pass a 10-panel drug screen, 7-year criminal history check
Ability and willingness to travel (up to 10%) domestically and internationally to include overnights
Valid Drivers’ License must be maintained throughout employment that meets Busch insurance standards
Current work authorization in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of statistical analysis and process capability methods
Experience with automated production or auto-loading environments
Experience with statistical analysis tools or software
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Responsibilities

Directs, schedules, and delegates assignments to manufacturing engineers and support staff to execute production and improvement projects on the shop floor.
Manages engineering project timelines, resources, and budgets to ensure initiatives are completed on time and at or under budget.
Leads evaluation and specification of new manufacturing machinery and equipment, including purchase recommendations and financial justification.
Drives cost reduction and efficiency improvements through process optimization, tooling improvements, and manufacturing method development.
Designs and implements manufacturing processes for machining, fabrication, and assembly operations.
Develops cost estimates for machining, fabrication, and assembly for both individual components and complete assemblies.
Leads modifications and improvements to existing plant equipment and processes to enhance performance, safety, and manufacturing efficiency.
Directs engineering resources to support strategic initiatives defined in the Annual Plan and continuous improvement roadmap.
Coaches and develops manufacturing engineers in problem solving, project execution, and lean manufacturing practices.
Establishes and tracks departmental KPIs related to productivity, cost reduction, quality improvement, and project delivery.
Supports and strengthens the company’s Shop Floor Management (SFM) system through data-driven problem solving and continuous improvement initiatives.
Leads the site’s Lean Manufacturing program, coordinating continuous improvement initiatives across machining, assembly, and support functions.
Facilitates and prioritizes Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and waste reduction initiatives aligned with operational and Annual Plan objectives.
Provide clear direction and leadership to the manufacturing engineering team, ensuring alignment with company strategy and operational priorities.
Drive accountability for project execution, ensuring engineering initiatives are completed on schedule, within scope, and at or under budget.
Develop and mentor engineers, strengthening technical capability, problem-solving skills, and lean manufacturing knowledge.
Foster strong collaboration between engineering, production, quality, maintenance, and supply chain teams to support operational performance.
Lead a culture of continuous improvement, ownership, and data-driven decision making across the engineering function.
Establish priorities and allocate engineering resources to support production needs, strategic initiatives, and long-term capacity planning.