Engineering Manager

Engineering Manager Position OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead a team responsible for injection molding and encapsulation process development and manufacturing scale-up. The role combines technical leadership in process engineering with people management, project delivery, and cross-functional collaboration. The Engineering Manager will drive process improvements, oversee product transfers to volume production, and mentor engineers to deliver cost-effective, safe, and scalable manufacturing solutions.Key ResponsibilitiesLead, mentor and grow a multi-disciplinary engineering team focused on injection molding and encapsulation process development, troubleshooting, and production support.Develop, optimize and document robust injection molding and encapsulation processes, including mold design input, cycle optimization, material selection, and tooling validation.Plan and manage engineering projects from concept through transfer to production, including schedules, budgets, risk mitigation and supplier coordination.Collaborate with R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to enable product launches, continuous improvement, and root-cause analysis for production issues.Implement process control, statistical monitoring and quality systems to ensure consistent product performance and compliance with industry standards.Drive cost reduction and efficiency initiatives through design for manufacturability, automation opportunities, and waste reduction (Lean/Six Sigma methodologies).Ensure compliance with safety, environmental and regulatory requirements related to materials, equipment and manufacturing processes.Recruit, develop and retain engineering talent; set performance goals, conduct reviews and build a culture of accountability and continuous learning.Provide technical leadership on encapsulation technologies, polymer behavior, potting/overmolding techniques and interface with tooling vendors and manufacturing partners.QualificationsBachelors degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Plastics, Materials or Manufacturing Engineering required; Masters preferred.7+ years of hands-on experience in process engineering with significant exposure to injection molding and/or encapsulation/overmolding technologies.People management experience leading engineering teams in a manufacturing environment.Proven experience with mold design considerations, tool trials, polymer material selection, and process validation.Strong leadership, communication and cross-functional collaboration skills with a track record of driving projects to on-time, on-budget delivery.Familiarity with quality systems (ISO, IPC or similar), statistical process control, DOE, and root-cause analysis tools.Experience applying Lean, Six Sigma or continuous improvement methodologies to manufacturing processes.Ability to travel to suppliers and manufacturing sites as needed.BenefitsMedical, Dental, Vision Insurance 401KESOP participation