Engineering Manager

Engineering ManagerThe Engineering Manager will be responsible to provide Engineering support for ongoing and new manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will possess a demonstrated "hands on" experience using KPIs to effectively and efficiently lead a team of Mechanical Engineers in in the following areas: Design, Internal/External Manufacturing, scalable process documentation, skilled organizational and project oversight. This position will design and validate non-standard/fully custom designs prior to release to manufacturing as well as support new product initiatives.The Engineering Manager will collaborate and plan with various departments and utilize proven communication skills among various personalities and interdepartmental relationships. This role will provide support and guidance for the implementation and maintenance of business software tools such as Driveworks, Solidworks, and ERP system.The Engineering Manager ensures that the Engineering Team provides the following support:Sales:Provides structural calculations, fabrication drawings, pricing and feasibility analysis of custom jobs and modifications of standard products.Manufacturing / Sourcing:Work with internal and external fabricators on questions/details/clarifications.Develop Production/Fabrication drawings based on existing and improved designs.Fabrication support through fixturing, process improvement suggestions, etc.Support accuracy of Bills of Materials (BOMs) for ERP system and shop floor production.New Product Development:Support New Product Manager through reverse engineering, knowledge of materials/processes for manufacture, including costs, limitations, etc.Supply product specs and supplier feasibility for Purchasing Team to obtain materials for new productsProduct Knowledge/Internal Configurator:Develop and facilitate technical product knowledge and document appropriatelyOversee modernization of product installation instructionsEnsure proper function of ConfiguratorExecute plan to cross-train members of the Engineering Team to be SMEs on ConfiguratorRequired Skills & Experience:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be necessary to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Civil, or Structural Engineering required, MBA preferred.A minimum of 5 years of related Engineering Management experience in a manufacturing environment.Demonstrated proficiency with Solidworks & DriveworksProven expertise and application of IRC/IBC welding codes and calculations for standard and custom stairs; structural calculations for steel metal and structural steel.Proven experience of contributing to a high performing team.Ability to manage cross-functional projects.Proactive, self-motivated, and collaborative approach to work.Strong business acumen and analytical skills.Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.Implementation/Maintenance of ERP systems is a plus.Working knowledge of Salesforce is a plus.Work Environment:Though generally in an office, the employee will be occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibration and loud noise when in the manufacturing facility.