Engineering Manager

LEAD ENGINEERING INNOVATION AT COILCRAFTPosition: Corporate Engineering ManagerLocation: Cary, IllinoisCoilcraft, Inc. is a privately held global manufacturer headquartered in Cary, Illinois, with a worldwide reputation for high-quality magnetic components used across telecommunications, computing, automotive, broadband communications, and consumer electronics.We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead engineering teams, drive product development initiatives, and support the continued growth of our engineering organization. This role combines technical leadership, project management, team development, and cross-functional collaboration to support both customer and manufacturing needs.About the Role and Your ImpactLead and supervise engineering teams responsible for product design and developmentCoordinate and direct engineering projects, including planning, scheduling, and technical executionWork closely with management, production, marketing, and customers to define project specifications and objectivesAnalyze technology, resource requirements, and market demand to assess project feasibilityDirect, review, and approve engineering designs and design changesDrive continuous improvement within engineering processes, standards, and proceduresRecruit, mentor, develop, and evaluate engineering staffSupport strategic planning, resource allocation, and department growth initiativesProvide technical leadership related to electronic component design, manufacturing processes, and engineering systemsCollaborate across departments to ensure projects meet performance, quality, and customer requirementsWho We’re Looking ForBachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering10+ years of progressive engineering experience5+ years of engineering management experience within a related industryStrong knowledge of engineering principles, electronic component design, and manufacturing processesExperience leading technical teams and managing complex engineering projectsStrong understanding of design techniques, technical drawings, blueprints, and production modelsKnowledge of circuits, electronic components, processors, computer hardware, and basic mechanical assembliesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilitiesAbility to collaborate effectively across engineering, manufacturing, operations, and customer-facing teamsPreferred SkillsExperience within electronics manufacturing or passive component industriesStrong leadership and organizational development capabilitiesExperience with strategic planning, resource management, and process improvement initiativesCustomer-facing engineering or technical support experienceWhy You’ll Love Working at CoilcraftLead engineering teams within a stable, privately held company with a 75+ year historyDrive meaningful product and process innovationCollaborate with experienced engineering, manufacturing, and operations teamsInfluence both the technical direction and the organizational growthComprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) with company match, and profit sharingBenefits401(k) MatchingDental InsuranceDisability InsuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramFlexible Spending AccountHealth InsuranceHealth Savings AccountLife InsurancePaid HolidaysPaid Time OffProfit SharingVision InsuranceEqual Opportunity Employer: Disability / VeteranThis position may require compliance with ITAR export regulations; applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.