Amarr is seeking an innovative
Engineering Manager to provide technical leadership and strategic direction across manufacturing operations. This role is ideal for a forward-thinking engineering leader who excels at solving complex challenges, implementing new technologies, and driving operational improvements through automation, process optimization, and capital project execution. The successful candidate will combine strong technical expertise with exceptional leadership skills to build engineering capability, develop talent, and foster a culture of accountability, safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Key ResponsibilitiesEngineering Leadership- Lead, coach, develop, and evaluate Manufacturing Engineers, Industrial Engineers, and Controls Engineers.
- Establish clear priorities and performance expectations aligned with plant and business objectives.
- Build a culture of accountability, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Develop engineering talent through coaching, training, succession planning, and growth opportunities.
- Foster employee engagement by creating an environment where team members are empowered to solve problems and drive improvements.
Manufacturing & Process Improvement- Lead efforts to improve manufacturing processes, labor productivity, material flow, equipment utilization, and operational efficiency.
- Support new product introductions, process development, and manufacturing readiness activities.
- Develop and implement solutions that improve throughput, reduce waste, and enhance manufacturing capability.
- Drive standardization and best practices across manufacturing processes and systems.
Automation & Technology- Lead controls and automation initiatives that improve safety, quality, reliability, and productivity.
- Support the development and implementation of manufacturing technologies, equipment upgrades, and digital solutions.
- Identify opportunities to leverage automation and data analytics to improve operational performance.
- Partner with Operations and Maintenance teams to improve equipment reliability and manufacturing effectiveness.
Continuous Improvement & Capital Projects- Champion continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean principles, waste reduction, root cause analysis, and process optimization methodologies.
- Lead engineering-related capital projects from concept through implementation.
- Develop project scopes, timelines, budgets, and return-on-investment justifications.
- Ensure successful project execution while meeting safety, quality, operational, and financial objectives.
Safety, Quality & Compliance- Promote a culture where safety is the highest priority and engineering decisions support a safe working environment.
- Ensure engineering solutions comply with applicable safety, quality, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
- Partner with Quality and Operations teams to improve process capability, reduce defects, and support corrective action activities.
- Support risk reduction initiatives, machine safeguarding improvements, and operational compliance efforts.
Cross-Functional Leadership- Build strong partnerships with cross-functional teams to support plant objectives.
- Collaborate across departments to improve manufacturing performance, capacity, inventory flow, and customer service.
- Lead and support cross-functional initiatives that drive operational excellence, innovation, and business growth.
- Utilize data and analytics to support decision making and prioritize improvement opportunities.
General Responsibilities- Undertake continuous professional development to strengthen leadership and operational capabilities.
- Perform all other duties and special projects assigned.
Position Requirements:- Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field required; Master's degree preferred.
- Ten (10) years of progressive engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Three (3) or more years of engineering leadership experience with responsibility for technical teams and project execution.
- Demonstrated ability to develop people, build high-performing teams, and foster employee engagement.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and drive sustainable business results.
- Experience with manufacturing processes, automation systems, project management, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and manufacturing business systems.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Preferred Qualifications:- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification; Black Belt preferred.
- Experience leading capital projects, facility expansions, and equipment commissioning activities.
- Experience with automation, controls systems, PLCs, robotics, and manufacturing technology integration.
- Experience working with OEMs, system integrators, suppliers, and external engineering resources.
- Experience within metal fabrication, roll forming, assembly, or high-volume manufacturing environments.
- Ability to travel occasionally.
- Ability to work on a flexible schedule when necessary, including potential nights and weekends.
Other Job Responsibilities and Physical Requirements:- Ability to lift up to 45 lbs. unassisted with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull materials weighing more than 45 lbs. using team lifting procedures.
- Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods (8-12 hours per shift).
- Ability to safely move throughout the manufacturing floor.
- Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, climb stairs and/or ladders as required for job tasks.
- Ability to use hands, wrists, and fingers for handling materials, writing, and computer work.
- Frequent use of computers, keyboards, tablets, scanners, or handheld devices.
- Ability to work in a loud, fast-paced industrial environment.
- Ability to work in hot and cold environmental conditions.
Benefits include Amarr Exclusive Discounts, Medical/Dental/Vision, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays from day one, tuition reimbursement, and a 401k plan (with an automatic 3% company contribution, regardless of your contribution) among others.
