Engineering Manager - 27774

Engineering ManagerGrand Rapids Metropolitan AreaWe are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead new product development, engineering operations, and product launches within a high-volume manufacturing environment. This individual will oversee engineering teams, drive product development initiatives, and ensure successful transitions from concept and design through production launch and full-scale manufacturing.The ideal candidate will bring 7-10 years of engineering experience, strong technical leadership, and a proven track record of managing complex product launches, improving manufacturing processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.Ideal CandidateA hands-on engineering leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment and has successfully managed new product launches from development through production. This individual should be comfortable leading engineering teams, working directly on the manufacturing floor, resolving technical challenges, and driving operational improvements while ensuring products launch on time, within budget, and to quality expectations.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and develop a team of engineers responsible for new product development, manufacturing engineering, and product launches.Oversee the complete product development lifecycle, from initial concept and design through validation, launch, and production ramp-up.Manage multiple engineering projects, ensuring timelines, budgets, quality standards, and customer requirements are met.Partner with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Product Development teams to ensure successful product introductions.Drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM), process optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives.Oversee tooling, equipment, automation, and manufacturing process development to support high-volume production.Lead engineering problem-solving efforts, root cause analysis, and corrective actions during product launches.Establish engineering KPIs and monitor project performance, manufacturing efficiency, and launch readiness.Identify opportunities to improve product quality, reduce manufacturing costs, and increase production capacity.Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and performance management for engineering personnel.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline.7-10 years of engineering experience within a high-volume manufacturing environment.Previous engineering leadership or management experience, including direct supervision of technical teams.Demonstrated success leading new product development (NPD), new product introduction (NPI), and production launches.Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, tooling, automation, and production equipment.Experience managing engineering projects from concept through full-scale production.Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, continuous improvement, and root cause analysis.Experience with APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, or similar product launch and quality methodologies preferred.Strong project management, organizational, communication, and cross-functional leadership skills.Ability to balance strategic engineering initiatives with hands-on technical problem-solving in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.