Engineering Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

The Engineering Supervisor works with the Director of Engineering to provide leadership for the engineering team overseeing the design, development, and continuous improvement of mobile equipment, components, and assemblies. This role partners cross-functionally with Sales, Manufacturing, and Operations to deliver engineered solutions that meet customer requirements, regulatory standards, and company performance objectives. The Engineering Supervisor works with the Director of Engineering to build and develop a high performing team, drive innovation, and ensure engineering excellence from concept through production.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Lead the design of new products and continuous improvement to existing product lines.
• Ensure compliance to engineering standards, best practices, and development processes.
• Drive continuous improvement in design methodologies, production and automation integration, and testing procedures.
• Align team to organizational goals, customer expectations, and market demands.
• Lead and develop a team of design engineers and technical professionals.
• Oversee resource planning, workload prioritization, and performance management.
• Conduct design reviews and ensure technical rigor and quality standards are maintained.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous professional growth.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with customer specifications.
• Partner closely with Sales to translate customer requirements into practical, manufacturable solutions.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing to optimize product flow, efficiency, and production readiness.
• Proactively identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to meet key milestones.
• Promote lean engineering principles and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Drive quality, efficiency, and innovation across engineering operations.
• Support documentation standards, compliance requirements, and change management processes.

SECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assist with interviewing, onboarding, and training new Engineering team members.
• Institute a culture of continuous improvement for quality and efficiency
• Foster and promote an environment of collaboration 
• Maintain motivation and enthusiasm through development to drive a high-performance culture
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Strong foundation in mechanical design and engineering principles.
• Advanced proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks preferred).
• Demonstrated leadership experience building and developing high-performing teams.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
• Strategic thinking with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders and drive alignment at all levels of the organization.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field required
• 5+ years of progressive engineering experience.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing or mobile equipment design strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and engineering design tools.