Design Hire is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead technical execution, guide product-focused engineering work, and support a growing operation. This role is a strong fit for someone who can balance hands-on problem-solving, team leadership, and cross-functional collaboration in a production-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead and support an engineering team through design reviews, project priorities, technical decisions, and day-to-day execution. • Partner with operations, quality, and production teams to improve manufacturability, efficiency, and overall product performance. • Oversee engineering support for new and existing products from concept through release. • Review technical documentation, drawings, models, and process-related requirements for accuracy and completeness. • Help drive continuous improvement initiatives tied to cost, quality, timelines, and production capability.
Qualifications
• 5+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing or production environment. • Prior management, team lead, or project leadership experience preferred. • Strong background with machining processes, including milling centers. • Experience with product development involving plastics, sheet metal, or related materials. • Proficiency with 3D CAD tools. • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field preferred. • Ability to communicate clearly across engineering, operations, vendors, and leadership. • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities at once.
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