Company
Manufacturing
MechanicalEngineeringManager
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“Mechanical Engineering Manager. Skills: Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Leadership, Process Optimization, Capital Projects. Lead and mentor engineers. Mentor mechanical drafters”
What You'll Achieve.
Improve throughput; Improve quality; Improve safety; Reduce cost
Industry & Context.
Root-cause analysis; FMEA; Reliability engineering
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, 7-10+ years mechanical engineering experience, 3+ years manufacturing leadership role, Understanding of manufacturing processes, Proficiency with SolidWorks tools, Experience managing capital equipment projects, Experience working with external vendors, Analytical skills, FMEA experience, Root-cause analysis experience, Reliability engineering experience
Nice to Have
Master's degree preferred, P. Eng designation, Background in lean manufacturing, Background in Six Sigma, Background in continuous improvement methodologies, Experience with automation, Experience with robotics, Experience with industrial controls, Knowledge of GD&T, Knowledge of FEA, Knowledge of mechanical system reliability, Familiarity with TPM, Familiarity with predictive maintenance
What You'll Do.
Lead and mentor engineers
Mentor mechanical drafters
Oversee mechanical design
Oversee equipment upgrades
Oversee automation improvements
Oversee process optimization
Drive continuous improvement
Collaborate with Production
Collaborate with Maintenance
Collaborate with Quality
Collaborate with Supply Chain
Improve manufacturing performance
Manage capital projects
Conduct root-cause analysis
Implement corrective actions
Ensure mechanical systems comply with safety regulations
Ensure compliance with industry standards
Ensure compliance with quality requirements
Develop engineering documentation
Maintain engineering documentation
Support new product introduction
Ensure manufacturability
Ensure tooling readiness
Ensure production ramp-up
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Production teams; Maintenance teams; Quality teams; Supply Chain teams
Process & Methodology
Capital project management
Full Job Description
We are seeking a Mechanical Engineering Manager with strong manufacturing experience to lead our engineering team and support the design, optimization, and reliability of production equipment and product line development. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced factory environment, understands the realities of production constraints, and can balance hands‑on technical work with strategic leadership. Responsibilities & Duties: · Lead and mentor a team of engineers, mechanical drafters. · Oversee mechanical design, equipment upgrades, automation improvements, and process optimization initiatives. · Drive continuous improvement efforts focused on throughput, quality, safety, and cost reduction. · Collaborate closely with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to resolve issues and improve manufacturing performance. · Manage capital projects, including equipment selection, vendor coordination, installation, and commissioning. · Conduct root‑cause analysis for equipment failures and implement long‑term corrective actions. · Ensure all mechanical systems comply with safety regulations, industry standards, and internal quality requirements. · Develop and maintain engineering documentation, including drawings, BOMs, SOPs, and maintenance plans. · Support new product introduction (NPI) by ensuring manufacturability, tooling readiness, and smooth production ramp‑up. ## Requirements · Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master’s preferred). · 7–10+ years of mechanical engineering experience, with at least 3 years in a manufacturing leadership role. · Strong understanding of manufacturing processes such as machining, fabrication, assembly, automation, or high‑volume production. · Proficiency with SolidWorks tools (CAD, Creo, Inventor) and familiarity with PLM systems. · Experience managing capital equipment projects and working with external vendors. · Strong analytical skills with experience in FMEA, root‑cause analysis, and reliab
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