Engineering Manager

Title: Engineering Manager
Report to: Operations Manager
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Engineering Manager to lead our engineering department in a high-volume precision parts manufacturing environment. This role is critical to ensuring that engineering processes, equipment, and teams deliver optimized performance, quality, and cost-effectiveness. The Engineering Manager will oversee a team of skilled engineers and technicians, collaborating across departments to drive innovation, process improvement, and operational excellence within a 600-person manufacturing organization.
Job description
1. Leadership and Team Management
• Lead, mentor, and develop a multidisciplinary team of engineers and technicians, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability.
• Develop and execute training programs to enhance technical skills and professional development.
• Manage engineering team performance through clear KPIs, regular feedback, and performance evaluations.
2. Strategic Planning and Execution
• Develop and implement engineering strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Drive initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance productivity in manufacturing processes.
• Stay informed about industry trends and emerging technologies to ensure the company remains competitive.
3. Process and Equipment Optimization
• Oversee the design, maintenance, and optimization of manufacturing processes and equipment to meet precision, quality, and safety standards.
• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for production issues.
• Ensure robust preventative maintenance programs are in place and effective.
4. Project Management
• Manage new product introductions, process improvements, and equipment upgrades within budget and on schedule.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including Quality, Production, and Supply Chain, to ensure seamless project execution.
• Monitor project progress and provide updates to senior management.
5. Compliance and Quality Assurance
• Ensure all engineering processes comply with industry standards, regulations, and certifications (e.g., ISO9001, ISO14001, IATF 16949).
• Support quality assurance initiatives by collaborating with QA teams to resolve issues and implement improvements.
6. Budget and Resource Management
• Develop and manage the engineering department's budget, including labor, materials, and capital expenditures.
• Evaluate and approve investments in new technologies, tools, and equipment. Follow-up on permanent corrective action plans to resolve any outstanding issues related to quality, production, equipment, tooling, customers, and production controls