Engineering Manager

Benefits:

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Engineering Manager Location: Salt Lake City, UT (In-Office) Company: Closets by Design – Utah Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM Pay Rate: Salary Position

Closets by Design – Utah is a leader in the home organizing industry. We design, manufacture, and install custom storage solutions including closets, garage cabinets, home offices, pantries, and more.

We are currently seeking a detail-oriented, experienced, and motivated Engineering Manager to lead our engineering team. This position is responsible for overseeing the engineering process from sales design through manufacturing, ensuring projects are accurately engineered, efficiently processed, and meet company quality standards.

The Engineering Manager will work closely with Sales, CAD/Engineering, Manufacturing, and Installation teams to identify and resolve design and production issues while maintaining accuracy, efficiency, and timely project completion.

Responsibilities

Manage and oversee the Engineering and CAD/Plan Checking functions

Review and approve sales designs for accuracy, manufacturability, and compliance with company standards

Oversee the creation and finalization of CAD drawings, cutlists, machining requirements, and manufacturing orders

Ensure engineering plans accurately reflect the customer's approved design and installation requirements

Identify potential design, material, manufacturing, or installation issues before projects reach production

Provide direction, training, and support to Engineering/CAD team members

Establish and maintain engineering processes, procedures, and quality standards

Monitor engineering workload and ensure projects are completed within required timelines

Work closely with Sales to resolve design questions and ensure projects are properly engineered before production and oversee ClosetPro projects.

Partner with Manufacturing to ensure designs and cutlists can be produced accurately and efficiently

Work with Installation to identify field issues and develop solutions to prevent recurring problems

Review and approve vendor orders and project documentation as needed

Troubleshoot complex design and engineering issues and determine appropriate solutions

Identify opportunities to improve workflow, accuracy, efficiency, and profitability

Maintain accurate engineering records, documentation, and project information

Monitor department performance and address quality, productivity, and process issues

Assist with developing and implementing training for engineering and CAD employees

Ensure team members follow company policies, procedures, and quality expectations

Participate in cross-functional meetings and provide engineering support to company leadership

Maintain a high level of accuracy, organization, accountability, and attention to detail

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent required; college or technical training preferred

Previous experience in CAD, drafting, engineering, cabinetry, manufacturing, or a related field

Previous leadership or management experience preferred

Experience with Cabinet Vision or similar CAD/design software

Strong understanding of cabinetry, manufacturing processes, materials, and machining preferred

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and plans

Strong computer skills and ability to learn new software and systems

Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills preferred

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Excellent communication and organizational skills

Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment

Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

Ability to work collaboratively with Sales, Manufacturing, Installation, and other departments

Ability to coach, develop, and hold team members accountable to performance expectations

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who understands that successful engineering requires more than creating accurate drawings. This person should be able to identify problems before they reach production or installation, develop practical solutions, and help build processes that improve the overall customer experience.

The Engineering Manager should be comfortable taking ownership of projects, making decisions, addressing issues directly, and continuously looking for ways to improve the engineering and manufacturing process.

Our Core Values

Willingness to Improve

Customer Satisfaction

Commitment

Discipline

Integrity

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchise. All inquiries about employment at this franchise should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Closets By Design Corporate.