Engineering Manager - DeWitt Area

Job Description:

Engineering Manager | DeWitt, MI

Salary Range: $112,000 - $161,000 depending on experience

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for leading engineering teams and driving technical excellence? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in DeWitt seeking experienced Engineering Managers to drive results.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with manufacturing firms in DeWitt that are seeking skilled Engineering Managers. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and are looking for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers, fostering their professional growth and development.
• Oversee the design, development, and improvement of manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project requirements, scope, and deliverables.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance product quality.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure successful execution and delivery.
• Implement and maintain engineering best practices, standards, and safety protocols.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related technical field.
• 7+ years of experience in engineering within a manufacturing environment, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role.
• Proven track record of successfully leading engineering teams and projects from concept to completion in a production setting.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, lean principles, and quality systems (e.g., ISO, Six Sigma).
• Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives and optimize operational efficiency.

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

Engineering Manager, Senior Engineering Manager, Lead Engineering Manager, Principal Engineering Manager, Director of Engineering, Head of Engineering, Software Engineering Manager, Technical Program Manager, Engineering Team Lead, Product Engineering Manager

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic-they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search-market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.

Required Skills:
• Resume
• Offers
• Support
• Product Quality
• Development
• Driving
• Six Sigma
• Salary
• Hiring
• Partnerships
• Recruiting
• Compensation
• Timelines
• Operational Efficiency
• Deliverables
• Continuous Improvement
• Manufacturing
• Preparation
• Software
• Design
• Engineering
• Training
• Leadership
• Management


Salary Package:
$ 112,000.00 - 161,000.00 (US Dollar)