Mechanical Design Supervisor

Mechanical Design Supervisor

Engineering | Full-Time | Onsite – York, Nebraska

Great Designs Start with Great Leadership.

Are you a strong technical professional who is equally passionate about developing people, building successful teams, and driving results?

Cyclonaire is looking for a Mechanical Design Supervisor to lead our Mechanical Design team in York, Nebraska. This is an opportunity for an experienced engineering leader who understands that success isn't just measured by the quality of the drawings produced, but also by the performance, development, and success of the people behind them.

In this role, you'll provide leadership, direction, and accountability for the Design team while ensuring our engineering processes support quality, efficiency, and manufacturing success. You'll serve as a critical connection between Engineering and Manufacturing, helping teams work together to turn complex designs into high-quality equipment.

We're looking for more than technical expertise. We need a leader who communicates effectively, builds trust, develops talent, addresses challenges, and takes ownership of team performance.

If you're energized by helping people succeed while continuously improving how work gets done, we'd like to meet you.

What You'll Do

Lead, Develop & Inspire Your Team

• Provide day-to-day leadership, direction, and accountability for the Mechanical Design team

• Coach, mentor, and develop team members to strengthen technical skills, confidence, and performance

• Establish clear expectations, provide constructive feedback, and hold team members accountable for results

• Foster a collaborative environment built on trust, open communication, ownership, and continuous improvement

• Establish meaningful performance measures and use them to drive team effectiveness

• Proactively address challenges, remove obstacles, and support the team's success

Drive Quality & Operational Excellence

• Oversee the development and accuracy of drawings used by Manufacturing and customers

• Ensure the integrity of design data and embedded metadata used for procurement and production

• Develop and improve standard operating procedures, work instructions, templates, and design workflows

• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and reduce errors

• Promote consistent design standards and best practices across the team

• Provide technical guidance related to CAD software, PDM management, and manufacturability

Strengthen Communication & Collaboration

• Serve as a key connection between Engineering and Manufacturing to ensure alignment and successful project execution

• Communicate expectations, priorities, and project requirements clearly across teams

• Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to resolve challenges and improve processes

• Balance design quality, manufacturability, and project timelines

• Encourage team involvement in identifying opportunities and implementing improvements

What You'll Bring

Leadership Experience & Skills

• Proven experience leading and developing people within an engineering or technical environment

• Demonstrated ability to establish expectations, provide meaningful feedback, and hold employees accountable

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust, motivate others, and foster collaboration

• Ability to navigate difficult conversations, resolve conflicts, and address performance concerns professionally

• Strong communication skills with the ability to connect effectively with both technical and non-technical teams

• Ability to prioritize work, delegate responsibilities, and manage competing deadlines

• A proactive leadership approach focused on coaching, continuous improvement, and team success

• Strong ownership, sound judgment, and the ability to make decisions that support both people and business results

Technical Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent years of experience

• Strong understanding of 3D modeling, 2D drafting, machine design, and manufacturing methods

• Experience with CAD software and engineering design workflows

• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Microsoft Teams

• Understanding of SolidWorks, Vault PDM, and related CAD software is preferred

• Familiarity with industrial equipment, manufacturing processes, metal fabrication, and design principles is desired

What Matters Most

We're looking for someone who understands that being a great designer and being a great leader require different skills. Technical knowledge is important, but so is the ability to develop people, build relationships, communicate expectations, and create an environment where the entire team can succeed.

Work Authorization: Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employment visa sponsorship. Cyclonaire is not currently established to support sponsorship.

How We Work at Cyclonaire

Our Core Values aren't just words on a wall. They guide how we approach our work, support one another, solve problems, and serve our customers.

We can't be awesome without doing something hard

An attitude of ownership

It takes a team

Do the right thing

As a leader at Cyclonaire, you'll be expected to model these values, reinforce them within your team, and demonstrate them through your everyday decisions and actions.

If these values reflect your approach to leadership, you may be a great fit for our team.

Why Cyclonaire?

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a superb company contribution

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• 401(k) and Roth retirement options with company matching

• Life and AD&D insurance

• Paid vacation and sick leave

• 10 paid holidays

• Opportunities to develop your leadership skills, make a meaningful impact, and grow your career with an established Nebraska manufacturer

Location & Schedule

York, Nebraska – Onsite

Full-Time | Salary Exempt

Monday–Friday | 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

This position works onsite at our York manufacturing facility, providing the opportunity to lead the Design team directly and collaborate closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, and other departments.

Occasional travel may be required (approximately 5–10%).

Ready to Lead a Team That Builds Something Great?

If you're an experienced engineering professional who takes pride in developing people, building strong teams, and delivering results, we want to hear from you.

At Cyclonaire, you'll have the opportunity to make a difference—not just in the equipment we design, but in the people you lead and the team you help build.

Apply today and help shape the future of Mechanical Design at Cyclonaire.

Cyclonaire is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.