Position: Engineering Manager (Mechanical Design)Department: Engineering / Mechanical DesignReports To: Director of EngineeringLocation: Concord, ONEmployment Type: Full-TimeStart Date: As soon as possibleSalary: $140,000 ++ CAD (Compensation may be adjusted based on experience and the interview process.)Experience managing engineering departments or technical teamsKnowledge of Product Data Management (PDM) systems and document controlExperience with Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, or process optimization initiativesBackground in custom machine design or high-speed automation equipmentA leading manufacturer of custom industrial automation equipment is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager (Mechanical Design) to lead its Mechanical Engineering team.This opportunity is ideal for a senior mechanical design skilled who is ready to transition from hands‐on design into a strategic leadership role. You'll be responsible for mentoring engineers, driving engineering excellence, improving design processes, and ensuring the successful delivery of innovative automation solutions.Working closely with Electrical Engineering, Controls, Manufacturing, Procurement, and Project Management teams, you'll help shape the technical direction of the organization while building a high‐performing engineering culture.Key ResponsibilitiesLead, mentor, and develop a team of Mechanical Design Engineers ranging from junior to senior levelConduct regular one‐on‐one meetings, performance evaluations, and career development discussionsFoster a collaborative, accountable, and continuous improvement cultureSupport recruitment, onboarding,



and professional development initiativesManage and develop a team of up to 10 engineering professionalsTechnical Leadership & Engineering ExcellenceProvide strategic technical direction across the Mechanical Design departmentEnsure engineering designs meet quality, safety, manufacturability, and reliability standardsLead engineering design reviews and provide technical guidance and mentorshipEstablish and maintain best practicesCAD modelingGD&T and engineering calculationsDocumentation standardsPromote engineering innovation and design consistency across projectsProject & Resource ManagementPlan and allocate engineering resources across multiple custom automation projectsPrioritize workloads and ensure engineering deliverables are completed on scheduleOversee Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs)Coordinate with Electrical Engineering, Controls, Manufacturing, Procurement, and Project teams to achieve project milestonesRemove roadblocks and support project teams in meeting customer commitmentsProcess Improvement & Operational LeadershipDrive continuous improvement of engineering workflows, documentation, and design standardsImplement systems that improve productivity, reduce rework, and enhance communicationSupport initiatives related to standardization, modular product design, and Design for Manufacturing (DFM)Champion engineering best practices and operational excellence throughout the departmentsQualificationsMinimum 7 years of mechanical design experience within industrial automation, robotics, packaging machinery, or custom machine buildingDemonstrated leadership experience, either formally managing teams or leading engineering projectsStrong expertise with SolidWorks (or similar CAD software)Deep understanding of mechanical design principlesGD&T and pneumatic system design knowledgeProven ability to manage multiple engineering projects, priorities, and technical resourcesExcellent leadership, mentoring, communication, and decision‐making skills #J-18808-Ljbffr

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