Engineering Manager

Engineering Manager - Lafayette, IN

Our growing, private equity-backed, niche market manufacturing client, headquartered in Lafayette, IN, is actively searching for an Engineering Manager. The Engineering Manager will report directly to the CEO and be a key member of the leadership team. This role is responsible for overseeing a multidisciplinary engineering team including software, mechanical and electrical engineers. The Engineering Manager will drive both new product development, as well as maintain existing products already in production. This role works closely with product management, operations, sales and other key stakeholders to deliver innovative, reliable and high-quality solutions.

Engineering Manager Key Responsibilities:

• Lead new product development through a structured stage-gate process, ensuring robust design, validation, and launch.
• Oversee the design, development, and integration of software, mechanical, and electrical systems.
• Work with Product Managers and sales teams to develop plans and roadmaps for new designs and products.
• Manage R&D projects through the stage-gate process while empowering engineers to act as project leads.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products.
• Support the production of existing products, ensuring reliability, manufacturability, and ongoing improvements.
• Implement best practices in engineering development, including Agile methodologies and design for manufacturability.
• Work with the operations team to drive continuous improvement.
• Maintain compliance with industry standards, regulations, and safety guidelines.
• Work with Operations team to streamline processes and reduce product complexity, resulting in production cost savings.
• Support customer interface opportunities.
• Lead and manage a multidisciplinary engineering team, including mechanical, electrical and software engineers.
• Work with HR to recruit and hire staff as needed.
• Supervise staff through goal setting, regular 1-on-1 meetings, and provide mentorship and professional development opportunities for engineering team.
• Foster collaboration and innovation amongst the team through regular departmental team meetings and design review meetings to ensure technical accuracy and validity of methods used Strategic Leadership
• Participate in leadership team and act as a key advisor to CEO for current and future growth plans.
• Develop and execute engineering strategies that align with company goals and product roadmaps.
• Make determinations for equipment, staff and training needs and manage engineering budget in line with annual plan.
• Ensure effective communication and coordination with other departments and collaborate with external partners, suppliers, and customers as needed.

Engineering Manager Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree (or master's degree) in engineering (Electrical or Software) or a related field
• Minimum of [5] years of progressive engineering experience (Electrical or Software) within a manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years of strong leadership with a proven track record of successfully managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Participate in and support strategic planning and roadmapping, while driving innovation to achieve organizational goals.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with product lifecycle management of hardware & software products. Firmware experience a plus.
• Familiar with regulatory compliance and quality management systems (ISO, FDA, etc.) preferred.
• ERP experience preferred.
• Familiarity with embedded systems preferred.

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Melva Lowry


1531 W. Oak Street


Zionsville, IN 46077


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