5+ years of experience in engineering team leadership
Experience in sustaining engineering or product lifecycle management
Background in regulated industries, particularly medical or dental devices
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field; Master's preferred
Strong understanding of change management processes and regulatory standards
Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate Engineering to support existing product lifecycles
Manage New Product Introduction for OEM products
Drive initiatives for continuous improvement in product performance and costs
Oversee timely engineering changes and evaluations
Support root cause analyses for quality and field issues
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal standards
Provide leadership and mentorship to the Sustaining Engineering team
Benefits
Employee development and mentoring opportunities
Collaborative and solution-oriented team culture
Involvement in innovative product development and technologies
Opportunities for professional growth in a regulated industry
Participation in hiring and onboarding processes
Full Job Description
Position Description:
The Manager of Engineering leads the Engineering team at Air Techniques and is responsible for maintaining, improving, and supporting existing products throughout their lifecycle. The role ensures product reliability, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams across Air Techniques and Dürr Dental. The position provides technical and disciplinary leadership to the team and contributes to operational excellence and long-term product sustainability.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
Engineering Leadership
Lead and coordinate the Engineering function to support existing products throughout their lifecycle.
Manage New Product Introduction Processes for OEM products
Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to product performance, reliability, manufacturability, and cost optimization.
Ensure timely evaluation and implementation of engineering changes (ECR/ECO).
Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for field issues and quality concerns.
Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and internal standards.
Team Leadership and People Management
Provide technical and disciplinary leadership to the Sustaining Engineering team.
Support employee development, mentoring, and performance management.
Foster a collaborative, accountable, and solution-oriented team culture.
Support hiring and onboarding activities as needed.
Work Experience Requirements:
Minimum 5 years of experience leading engineering or technical teams.
Experience in sustaining engineering, product lifecycle management, or a related technical environment.
Experience working in regulated industries (medical or dental devices preferred).
Core Skills Requirements:
Strong understanding of product lifecycle management and change management processes.
Knowledge of FDA, CE, and applicable medical device regulations.
Ability to work effectively in an international and cross-functional environment.
Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
Interest in future technologies and continuous improvement initiatives.
Occasional travel is required
Education Requirements:
Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline required.
