Systems Engineering Manager

Ccintegration•Plano, TX

About The Position

The Engineering Manager is responsible for leading and developing the system engineering team. This includes planning, organizing, and overseeing engineering projects, as well as coordinating programs and activities to resolve manufacturing issues and support new process launches. The role also involves developing engineering and manufacturing capabilities and ensuring efficient processes to maximize productivity and quality. The system engineering team acts as a key liaison between customers and the production team, ensuring clear communication and successful execution of FA (First Article inspections), NPI (New Product Introduction), EC (Engineering Change process), and RTM (Release to Manufacturing) activities. They are accountable for building manufacturing capabilities by providing WI (Work Instructions) and training, optimizing processes, and ensuring consistent quality and productivity.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent
Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing (highly preferred)
Minimum 3 years of management experience with strong technical leadership
Extensive knowledge of engineering principles and problem-solving methods
Proven ability in cost analysis, product life cycle, and cross-functional collaboration
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Strong program and project management skills with effective document control
Excellent analytical skills for troubleshooting and process improvement
Effective collaboration with internal and external customers and suppliers
Capable of managing multiple projects and tasks simultaneously
Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to non-engineering stakeholders
Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills
Professional demeanor under pressure

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of server, rack integration, complex networking
Background in IT, data center, or system engineering
Experience in system-level manufacturing
Experience with vendor configuration tools
Familiarity with ERP and PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) applications

Responsibilities

Develop and implement policies, standards, and procedures for the system engineering department
Assign and coordinate NPI (New Product Introduction) projects, including detailed planning and integration of technical activities
Oversee FA (first article) activities, ensuring compliance with customer specifications and quality standards
Oversee customer and internal engineering changes (EC process). Ensure timely coordination and approval of engineering changes (EC) to meet customers’ requirements and target dates
Customer-facing to facilitate regular meetings for engineering status and subjects
Cooperate with cross-functional departments to address and resolve issues/challenges (i.e. Sales. Sales Ops, Solution Engineering, Automation team (TALON), QA, Production team, etc.)
Analyze technology, resources, and supply chains to assess project feasibility
Monitor project progress and recommend resource allocation as needed
Oversee staff development and maintain technical competence
Establish evaluation criteria to measure departmental performance and effectiveness
Review departmental objectives for alignment with corporate goals
Plan and organize engineering programs and assign project staff based on requirements and capabilities
Collaborate with team members to solve engineering-related issues
Provide reports on departmental metrics
Drive continuous improvement in processes, quality, and cost for effectiveness and profitability
Assist with interviewing, hiring, and training employees
Complies with all guidelines and procedures pertaining to the protection of the Company’s Information Assets, Security and Systems and that of its clients.