Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Location: Greater Sioux Falls area, South Dakota

Employment Type: Full Time / Direct Hire

Work type: 100% Onsite

Compensation: $105,000 - $120,000

**Relocation assistance available**

**No visa support available at this time**

Position Overview:

Our client is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead and oversee the Manufacturing Engineering department within an established manufacturing organization. This position is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating manufacturing engineering activities while working closely with production, operations, and other departments to improve manufacturing processes, reduce costs, and support operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate will bring strong manufacturing engineering expertise, proven supervisory experience, and a solid understanding of plant engineering, industrial engineering, tooling, and continuous process improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, supervise, and coordinate all activities within the Manufacturing Engineering department, ensuring alignment with production and operational objectives.
• Evaluate manufacturing processes for cost-effectiveness, feasibility, and operational efficiency before and after engineering releases to manufacturing.
• Coordinate engineering releases and changes, including manufacturing routings, establishing standards, and ensuring appropriate follow-up.
• Collaborate with senior manufacturing and R&D leadership to establish project priorities and implement cost-reduction initiatives.
• Maintain detailed documentation related to engineering projects, manufacturing improvements, and cost-reduction activities.
• Investigate, evaluate, justify, purchase, and track company assets, including manufacturing equipment and tooling.
• Oversee tooling construction and development, ensuring accuracy, quality, and timely completion.
• Direct departmental engineering programs and activities to support manufacturing requirements.
• Support ongoing ISO certification efforts, ensuring compliance with established quality standards and procedures.
• Plan and coordinate plant layouts, facility expansions, and modifications, including managing outside contractors and overseeing construction activities.
• Develop and manage departmental budgets, ensuring expenditures remain aligned with approved financial objectives.
• Ensure compliance with established environmental management system (EMS) policies, procedures, and requirements.
• Maintain regular onsite attendance in accordance with company policies and operational requirements.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Management or equivalent experience in manufacturing engineering.
• 5–7 years of supervisory experience within a manufacturing or related industrial environment.
• Thorough working knowledge of plant engineering, industrial engineering, and manufacturing tooling.
• Experience evaluating manufacturing processes for feasibility, cost-effectiveness, and operational improvements.
• Knowledge of engineering change processes, manufacturing routings, and production standards.
• Experience overseeing manufacturing engineering projects, equipment investments, and tooling activities.
• Familiarity with ISO quality standards and manufacturing compliance requirements.
• Experience coordinating with cross-functional departments, including manufacturing, production, engineering, and operations.

Preferred Qualifications:

The following qualifications would be beneficial but are not identified as mandatory requirements:

• Experience implementing manufacturing cost-reduction and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Background in capital equipment justification, procurement, and asset management.
• Experience supporting facility expansions, plant layouts, and manufacturing infrastructure improvements.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.
• Experience managing engineering budgets and outside contractors.

Compensation & Benefits Highlights:

Our client offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees professionally and personally. Benefits may include:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Retirement savings program, including a 401(k) plan and potential employer contributions.
• Paid vacation, company holidays, and other paid time-off programs.
• Life insurance, disability coverage, and employee assistance resources.
• Professional development, technical training, and opportunities for career advancement.
• Opportunities to lead manufacturing improvements, capital equipment initiatives, and operational projects.
• An established manufacturing engineering environment with opportunities for cross-functional collaboration and leadership development.