Mechanical Engineering Manager

Wieland North America • Montpelier, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Wieland is hiring a Mechanical Engineering Manager. The primary focus of the Mechanical Engineering Manager role is to provide leadership, direction, and technical oversight for the Mechanical Engineering function to ensure the Company effectively utilizes engineering resources in support of safe, reliable, and efficient manufacturing operations. This position is responsible for developing engineering talent, supporting capital and continuous improvement initiatives, maintaining engineering standards, and collaborating cross-functionally to achieve business objectives. This role is located in Montpelier, OH and will be fully on-site. While this role is local, occasional travel to other locations may be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related engineering discipline required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of engineering experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment, preferred.
• Previous leadership, supervisory, project management, or team lead experience, preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Knowledge of mechanical design, equipment reliability, hydraulics, pneumatics, material handling systems, rotating equipment, and manufacturing processes.

Nice To Haves

• Additional technical or leadership training, preferred.
• Experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks and AutoCAD preferred.
• Understanding of preventive and predictive maintenance methodologies and reliability engineering principles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage engineering team resources within the assigned discipline (Mechanical Engineering).
• Establish priorities, assign responsibilities, and support employee development.
• Monitor department spending and ensure adherence to established budgets.
• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Assist in planning, prioritizing, and tracking engineering department projects.
• Monitor project timelines and resource utilization.
• Coordinate internal and external resources to ensure successful project execution.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and coaching to engineering personnel.
• Support professional development and succession planning initiatives.
• Promote the application of engineering best practices and emerging technologies.
• Partner with maintenance, production, quality, safety, purchasing, finance, and operations teams to support business objectives.
• Participate in problem-solving activities and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Serve as a technical resource for operational and strategic decision-making.
• Serve as the primary engineering point of contact for assigned discipline-related issues.
• Provide recommendations regarding equipment reliability, maintainability, and performance improvements.
• Recommend training, documentation, and technical resources to improve workforce capabilities.
• Prepare specifications for electrical systems throughout the facility.
• Monitor departments’ adherence to standards and specifications when making purchases.
• Identify opportunities for capital investments that improve safety, quality, productivity, and reliability.
• Support capital planning processes and execution of approved projects.
• Evaluate the condition, performance, and lifecycle status of existing equipment and systems.
• Assess spare parts availability and supply chain risks.
• Develop and execute plans to address equipment obsolescence through upgrades, retrofits, or replacement projects.
• Champion a strong safety culture and support all safety initiatives.
• Ensure engineering activities comply with applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
• Support risk assessments, safety audits, and implementation of corrective actions.
• Promote safe design principles and operational excellence.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Disability
• Life
• 401(k) contribution + match
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Wellness Programs (eligibility for healthcare premium discounts and HSA employer contributions)
• Growth opportunities

What This Job Offers

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