Engineering Manager - Whitehall Area

Job Description:

Engineering Manager | Whitehall, MI

Salary Range: $115,000 - $164,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional 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 in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Whitehall seeking experienced Engineering Managers.

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 multiple companies in Whitehall seeking experienced Engineering Managers. These organizations value long-term fit and are looking for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your 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.
• Manage engineering projects from conception to completion, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Implement and maintain best practices for engineering design, documentation, and quality control.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and product quality.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field.
• 7+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience in lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, Kaizen).
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to oversee complex engineering projects from conception to completion.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop a team of engineers.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop junior engineers.
• Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Experience managing projects with external vendors or partners.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Engineering Manager, Senior Engineering Manager, Principal Engineering Manager, Director of Engineering, Head of Engineering, VP of Engineering, Software Engineering Manager, Technical Program Manager (TPM), Engineering Lead, Team Lead, Solutions Architect Manager, R&D 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
• Safety Regulations
• Offers
• Kaizen
• Access
• Support
• Product Quality
• Lean Manufacturing
• Development
• Driving
• Management Skills
• Six Sigma
• ERP
• Compliance
• Salary
• Hiring
• Partnerships
• Recruiting
• Compensation
• Operational Efficiency
• Deliverables
• Continuous Improvement
• R
• Quality Control
• Manufacturing
• Interpersonal Skills
• Regulations
• Vendors
• Preparation
• Software
• Documentation
• Planning
• Design
• Engineering
• Project Management
• Leadership
• Communication
• Management


Salary Package:
$ 115,000.00 - 164,000.00 (US Dollar)