Design Engineering Manager

Job Description

Title : Design Engineering Manager

Location : Janesville, WI 53545 (Relocation Available)

Hire Type : Direct Hire


Compensation : $170k-$200k

Benefits : Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO, Holiday Pay, Retirement, Life Insurance, and many more....

Sterling Engineering is partnering with a well-established manufacturing organization to identify a Design Engineering Manager to lead a multi-site engineering team. This is a high-impact leadership role focused on strengthening team engagement, driving technical excellence, and improving design and development processes across multiple locations.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead, manage, and provide hands-on support to a large engineering team across multiple states in the Midwest
• Provide strong, visible leadership with a focus on team engagement, accountability, and performance
• Drive technical direction across product design, tooling, and machine design initiatives
• Increase visibility and support across remote teams to ensure alignment and consistency
• Partner cross-functionally with operations, quality, and leadership teams
• Troubleshoot complex design and engineering challenges and drive continuous improvement
• Establish and improve design processes, standards, and best practices
• Travel regularly to support team collaboration, performance, and project execution

Qualifications :

• 10+ years of engineering experience with a strong background in design and troubleshooting
• Proven leadership experience managing engineering teams (multi-site experience preferred)
• Strong managerial skills with the ability to lead, develop, and engage teams across locations
• Expertise in SolidWorks and mechanical design of products, tooling, or machinery
• Experience with packaging design, preferably within thermoforming, is highly preferred
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to drive technical solutions
• Experience in the medical device or food industry design is a plus
• Willingness to travel 25-30%

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Meet Your Recruiter

Sabrina Herrera

Sabrina Herrera is a seasoned Technical Recruiter with a knack for establishing genuine connections with candidates and continuously expanding her expertise in various roles and industries. With one year of dedicated service at Sterling and an impressive 15-year journey in the recruiting arena, Sabrina has become a respected figure in talent acquisition.

As a Technical Recruiter, Sabrina's ability to build strong relationships with candidates sets her apart. She values the opportunity to understand each individual's unique strengths, aspirations, and career goals, ensuring she can guide them toward the most suitable and fulfilling opportunities.

Having spent 15 years in the recruiting domain, Sabrina's experience spans diverse industries and roles. She embraces the challenges of exploring new fields, consistently striving to expand her knowledge and expertise. Her dedication to continuous learning allows her to stay at the forefront of emerging trends and best practices in the recruitment landscape.

Sabrina advises fellow professionals to cultivate a curious mindset and actively seek new challenges and projects that push the boundaries of their abilities. Embracing the unknown and venturing into uncharted territories can lead to personal and professional growth, ultimately elevating one's effectiveness in the field of recruitment.

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Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

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