Engineering Manager

•Top 3-5 Must-Have Skills:

1.Proven leadership experience managing and developing engineering teams

2.Strong CapEx experience (planning, financial justification, execution)

3.Foundry experience (investment casting, lost wax, or no-bake sand casting preferred)

4.Experience in a heavy manufacturing environment

Certifications or Degrees Required:

•Experience over degree preferred.

Key Responsibilities

•Lead and develop a team of manufacturing engineers (currently 4 direct reports, with planned growth)

•Oversee engineering support across:

O Foundry operations (critical focus)

O Machining operations (critical focus)

O Assembly operations (secondary focus)

•Own capital expenditure (CapEx) planning, justification, and execution

•Drive operational improvements, particularly machining efficiency and OEE performance

•Partner cross-functionally to resolve technical and production challenges

•Support product industrialization and manufacturability initiatives

•Manage tooling, equipment design, and procurement

•Ensure accurate engineering documentation (SOPs, work instructions, change management)

•Promote safety and ensure compliance with OSHA and internal standards

•Capture and transfer institutional knowledge from a highly tenured workforce

•Help build and formalize training systems for engineering and operations.

Job Description:

Reporting directly to the Plant Manager, the Engineering Manager oversees engineering activities across foundry, machining, and assembly operations. This role is responsible for leading a team of engineers, managing capital projects, and driving productivity improvements aligned with operational goals.

Key Responsibilities

•Lead and mentor a team of engineers supporting foundry, machining, and assembly operations

•Oversee capital project planning, budgeting, and execution

•Develop and implement improvement initiatives to meet productivity, quality, and cost targets

•Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support manufacturing operations and resolve technical issues

•Ensure timely and accurate documentation of engineering changes, SOPs, and work instructions

•Manage tooling and equipment design and procurement

•Support product industrialization and manufacturability assessments

•Promote safety and ensure compliance with OSHA and applicable standards

Qualifications

•Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering

•7+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, including at least 3 years in a leadership role

•Strong project management skills with a track record of delivering capital and improvement projects

•Experience in foundry, machining, and assembly operations

•Proficiency in 3D CAD software and manufacturing documentation

•Knowledge of metallurgy and material properties, particularly in casting and machining

•Excellent communication and leadership skills

•Experience with MES systems is a plus

Work Location

This is an onsite position, Monday through Friday, at a manufacturing facility. Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs.

Equal Opportunity Commitment

The organization is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fair and equitable treatment of all applicants based on qualifications and experience, without regard to legally protected characteristics.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation is competitive and based on experience and skills. The role includes paid holidays, generous paid time off, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements for this office role include the ability to sit or stand for extended periods, typically up to 8 hours a day, and regularly operate standard office equipment such as computers and phones. Employees should be able to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally and frequently perform tasks that require typing, writing, and document handling. Effective verbal and written communication skills are necessary, along with adequate visual and auditory abilities to read materials and participate in meetings.

EEOC Statement:

Strategic Systems, Inc., and its affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We believe diversity drives innovation and we are dedicated to fostering a workplace that respects and values the contributions of all individuals.