Design Engineering Manager

• Build, lead, and coach a capable and accountable design engineering team
• Lead and control engineering projects from concept through production
• Provide hands-on design leadership, technical direction, and problem-solving support
• Drive new product development, iterative product improvements, and customer-specific engineering projects
• Maintain appropriate engineering focus: 30% revolutionary product development, 30% iterative product improvement, 40% OEM and large end-user projects
• Establish clear work plans, priorities, responsibilities, timelines, and performance expectations
• Review designs for accuracy, manufacturability, cost, quality, performance, and regulatory compliance
• Ensure clean handoffs to Production for successful product launches
• Maintain accuracy and consistency of 3D models, drawings, documentation, and Bills of Materials
• Identify product performance, quality, and process issues and drive corrective actions
• Create and maintain engineering processes, standards, documentation, and training materials
• Collaborate closely with the President, Sales, Marketing, and Production teams
• Stay current on relevant industry trends, technologies, and design improvements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field
• 10+ years of team management experience with proven success
• Demonstrated ability to lead engineering projects from concept through production
• Strong design experience, including SolidWorks and machine design
• Knowledge of machining and metal forming processes
• Strong organizational, technical, and decision-making skills
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• ERP experience
• Epicor preferred

Epicor preferred

• competitive wage
• bonus program
• 401(k) plan with company match
• medical and dental insurance
• short/long term disability
• life insurance
• paid time off
• summer flex schedule
• Wally Day
• Give-Back Day
• parental leave
• education and training programs
• company picnics and social activities
• matching gift program