Mechanical Engineering Manager

Mechanical Engineering Manager | Custom Automation & Machine Design Location: Greater Cleveland, Ohio Area (On-site) Relocation Assistance: Available Travel: Up to 10% About the Opportunity Direct Recruiters, Inc. is partnering with a growing, privately held custom automation and machine-building company in Northeast Ohio to identify a Mechanical Engineering Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineering leader or a highly accomplished Senior/Lead Mechanical Design Engineer ready to take the next step into management. The position will lead a team of approximately 10 mechanical engineers responsible for designing and developing sophisticated custom automated machinery and special-purpose equipment. We are specifically seeking someone with a strong technical foundation in custom machine design, not simply manufacturing plant engineering or traditional product development. Key Responsibilities Lead, mentor and develop a team of mechanical engineers and designers. Provide technical direction and oversight for custom automated machinery projects from concept through installation. Review mechanical designs, calculations, drawings, component selections and bills of materials. Establish and improve engineering standards, design processes and reusable component libraries. Collaborate with Controls Engineering, Manufacturing, Assembly and Project Management to ensure successful project execution. Manage engineering resources, project priorities, schedules and technical deliverables. Drive continuous improvement in engineering efficiency, design quality and department performance. Foster a collaborative, hands-on engineering culture focused on technical excellence and accountability. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline. 10+ years of mechanical engineering experience preferred, with significant hands-on experience designing custom automated machinery or special-purpose equipment. Advanced proficiency with 3D CAD software. SolidWorks strongly preferred. Ability to independently evaluate complex mechanical designs and provide technical guidance to other engineers. Strong understanding of mechanical components, machine design principles, manufacturing processes, materials and tolerancing. Experience developing engineering standards, improving design processes and implementing reusable design solutions. Previous engineering leadership or management experience preferred, but not required for exceptional senior-level designers with demonstrated leadership potential. Ability to work on-site in the Greater Cleveland, Ohio area. Why Consider This Opportunity? Lead a talented engineering team working on technically challenging, highly customized automation projects. Join a growing, privately held organization with a collaborative culture and minimal corporate bureaucracy. Opportunity to influence engineering standards, processes and the long-term development of the department. Competitive benefits and relocation assistance for qualified candidates. Excellent opportunity for a Lead or Principal Mechanical Engineer ready to advance into management. Interested? Apply confidentially through Direct Recruiters, Inc. to learn more about this opportunity. We welcome experienced engineering managers as well as senior technical leaders looking to take the next step in their careers.