Description
Job Summary
We are seeking an Engineering Manager to lead our Engineering team in optimizing product design, streamlining process, and ensuring on-time, on–budget execution of custom and standard fixtures. In this role, you will drive cross functional collaboration between Design, Production, Quality, and Supply Chain to uphold the Company's commitment to excellence and fast turnaround. You’ll mentor a diverse group of design engineers, estimators, project managers, and transfer customer requirements into manufacturable, cost effective solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and mentor a cross‐functional Engineering team, including design engineers, estimators, and project managers
Drive optimization of custom and standard fixtures to meet client requirements and cost targets
Oversee the development and continuous improvement of the Company's patented 3″ pin‐system product lines, ensuring designs maximize quick installation, secure mounting, and modular flexibility
Translate customer specifications into detailed, manufacturable engineering solutions, maintaining BOM accuracy and CAD/Vault data integrity
Coordinate closely with Design/Sales, Production, and Purchasing to ensure seamless handoff from concept to production and on‐time delivery
Support new product introductions that are handed off from New Product Development
Facilitate regular project reviews and status updates with senior leadership, highlighting progress, risks, and resource needs
Attention to detail is critical, as well as ensuring fit, form, and function—along with accurate tolerances, material selection, manufacturability, safety compliance, and cost‐effectiveness—to deliver consistently high‐quality, reliable products
Required Technical Skills
Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Design, Engineering, or a related field
8+ years of engineering experience in wood, metal, or mixed‐materials manufacturing environments
In‐depth knowledge of multiple materials (wood, metal, plastics, glass, composites) and their fabrication processes
Advanced proficiency in 3D CAD software (preferably Autodesk Inventor & Vault)
Hands‐on experience creating and maintaining Bills of Material (BOMs) and ERP/PDM data structures
Demonstrated ability to mentor and train junior engineers, design engineers, in both technical skills and best practices
Proven track record in leading fast‐paced environments, balancing cost, quality, and timeline to drive profitable engineering solutions
Strong analytical skills with the ability to diagnose design or production issues quickly and implement effective, data‐driven fixes
Required Personal Skills
Exceptional verbal and written communication, able to convey complex technical concepts clearly to cross‐functional teams (design/sales, production, purchasing)
Confident client‐facing presence, with the ability to gather requirements, present solutions, and manage expectations
Collaborative creative mindset, thrives in a team‐oriented culture and contributes to shared goals
Outstanding organizational skills, versatile in managing multiple priorities, documenting processes, and maintaining rigorous version control
Adaptable and proactive, embraces change, seeks continuous improvement, and drives innovation under tight deadlines
Strong leadership and empathy, skilled at guiding teams through challenges, providing constructive feedback, and fostering professional growth
Reports To:
SVP of Engineering and New Product Development
Direct Reports:
Yes
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $140,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 3% Match
AD&D insurance
Disability insurance
Health savings account
Parental leave
Referral program
Relocation assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Experience:
engineering: 8 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
Wood Dale, IL 60191 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Wood Dale, IL 60191: Relocate with an employer provided relocation package (Required)
Willingness to travel:
25% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
