Engineering Manager - Capital Equipment/Industrial Automation

Our client is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead both the Mechanical and Electrical Engineering departments. This role is ideal for a hands‑on engineering leader with deep experience in designing and delivering complex capital equipment and strong expertise in industrial automation, controls, and cross‑functional engineering management. You will oversee engineering strategy, product development, R&D initiatives, and technical execution while partnering closely with Project Management and Sales to meet customer requirements. Onsite | No Visa Sponsorship | Relocation Assistance: Limited Responsibilities Promote innovation across all engineering disciplines. Drive engineering strategy, R&D initiatives, and continuous improvement. Lead and develop the Mechanical and Electrical Engineering departments. Support Sales with technical input for new products and customer proposals. Manage engineering budgets, resource planning, and performance evaluations. Oversee equipment design, process flow, and compliance with engineering standards. Ensure high standards of professionalism in customer technical meetings and presentations. Provide executive‑level summaries on project status, cost controls, and engineering challenges. Improve manufacturing processes through automation, data analysis, and cost‑reduction initiatives. Partner with Project Management to meet customer specifications, timelines, and quality expectations. Qualifications (Must-Haves) Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering. Proficiency with CAD software and MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) 3–5 years of leadership or management experience overseeing engineering teams. Hands‑on experience with industrial automation and controls, including PLCs, HMIs and SCADA. 7–10 years of experience in industrial machinery design/manufacturing for a designer and builder of capital equipment. Nice-to-Haves Experience with FEA and CFD tools. Some mechanical engineering capability. Experience in heat treatment of metal parts or thermal processing equipment. Familiarity with: Allen Bradley PLC (500/5000), Intouch Wonderware and HC900 Design Station. Benefits & Perks Life Insurance Profit Sharing 401k with company match Medical, Dental and Vision Limited relocation assistance (moving truck reimbursement) #J-18808-Ljbffr Confidential Recruiting Partners