Engineering Manager

Location: High Bridge, NJ Salary: $175,000.00 to $190,000.00 annually Summary The Engineering Manager oversees a group of engineers and technicians responsible for developing manufacturing and assembly processes, reinforcing all engineering standards, and providing leadership/support to the team. The role maintains product functionality and efficiency, designs and operates integrated systems for high‑quality products, and ensures cohesive work between manufacturing departments and the engineering team. Responsibilities Hire, train, and mentor a team of manufacturing engineers and technicians while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Take corrective action as necessary in accordance with company policy. Develop, implement, and refine metal manufacturing processes to enhance product quality, efficiency, and cost‑effectiveness, including optimizing tooling and work instructions. Oversee projects related to new product development, process upgrades, and equipment installations, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget. Ensure all manufacturing processes meet quality standards and industry regulations; collaborate with quality assurance teams to resolve quality issues. Provide engineering support for troubleshooting production problems and evaluate new equipment, tooling, and technology to enhance manufacturing capabilities. Review customer orders, drawings, specifications, and technical data to generate MITP, checklists, MET, or MPS as required. Collaborate with design teams to ensure products are designed for manufacturability. Develop and manage budgets for engineering projects and initiatives and optimize resource utilization. Work with other departments—design engineering, production, and quality assurance—to ensure smooth operation and new product introduction. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and apply lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste and enhance productivity. Utilize technical expertise to support the estimate of project scope, time, and costs for manufacturing quotes. Ensure that all activities are conducted safely and that company health, safety, and environment policies are adhered to. Must be flexible and willing to perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Must be a U.S. Citizen. 10 or more years of experience in a manufacturing environment. Ability to read and understand customer specifications and drawings, including ASME/ASTM, aerospace (AMSO & military specs); some NDE knowledge. Leadership: demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others. Planning: ability to strategize and grow the engineering department over a 1‑2 year span. Technical skills in forging/fittings management, quality assurance, and estimating. Proficient in Microsoft Office, SolidWorks, and estimating programs. Experience running and maintaining value‑added projects. Speak, read, and write English; Spanish is a plus. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Education and Experience B.S. in Manufacturing Engineering or 7 years minimum of related work experience. Supervision/Management Experience: 7 years minimum of related experience. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel, and to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 25 pounds. Vision requirements include close, distance, peripheral, and depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment is characterized by varying noise levels. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Benefits Flexible Spending Account & Health Savings Account (with company contributions) 401(k) Paid Time Off 10 Paid Holidays Safety shoe reimbursement, $200 per year Prescription safety glasses program Voluntary Supplemental Insurance Company‑Paid Life Insurance Voluntary Life Insurance Paid training and development opportunities Trident Maritime Systems is an EEO/AA employer that offers a comprehensive compensation package and opportunities for growth. #J-18808-Ljbffr