Equipment Engineering Manager

Equipment Engineering ManagerLocation: Beverly, MassachusettsDuration: Contract through March 2028Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced Equipment Engineering Manager to lead a team of engineers and technicians supporting equipment operations within a technical manufacturing environment. This person will oversee daily priorities, monitor equipment performance, support maintenance and reliability initiatives, and ensure the team is aligned with operational goals. The ideal candidate has experience managing technical teams and overseeing complex manufacturing equipment. Experience in semiconductor manufacturing is not required; candidates from aerospace, electronics, medical device, industrial equipment, and other equipment-intensive manufacturing environments are encouraged to apply.Key Responsibilities:Lead and support a team of approximately 10 engineers and technicians, providing direction, coaching, and performance management.Translate daily production needs and short- and long-term operational priorities into actionable team plans.Monitor equipment performance metrics, including uptime, reliability, downtime, and maintenance effectiveness.Establish consistent communication routines, including team meetings, individual check-ins, and operational reporting.Partner with manufacturing, engineering, maintenance, and other cross-functional teams to resolve equipment issues and improve performance.Support troubleshooting, root cause analysis, preventive maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives.Manage equipment-related priorities, resources, vendors, and operational needs.Promote safe work practices and compliance with applicable environmental, health, and safety requirements.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field preferred; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.Experience managing engineers, technicians, maintenance personnel, or other technical teams in a manufacturing or industrial environment.Background overseeing complex equipment, equipment maintenance, reliability, or manufacturing operations.Ability to prioritize competing operational needs and translate business objectives into clear team direction.Experience tracking KPIs, analyzing equipment performance, and communicating results to leadership.Strong problem-solving skills, including troubleshooting and root cause analysis.Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.Experience with equipment decommissioning, asset disposition, or facility transitions is a plus.Familiarity with EHS requirements and safe equipment-handling practices is beneficial.Relevant backgrounds may include: Aerospace, electronics, medical devices, semiconductor, industrial equipment, advanced manufacturing, and other technical manufacturing environments.