Cardinal Glass Industries

Engineering Manager

Cardinal Glass Industries • $100K — $120K *
Church Hill, TN 37642In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6+ years of engineering project management experience in industrial manufacturing.
  • Demonstrated leadership in managing engineers, IT staff, and skilled trades.
  • Proficient in AutoCAD Mechanical/Electrical or Inventor software.
  • Solid understanding of industrial automation and PLC systems.
  • Knowledgeable in VFDs and mechanical/electrical equipment integration.

Responsibilities

  • Promote a zero-injury workplace safety culture across technical teams.
  • Develop and revise technical safety procedures in collaboration with the Safety Department.
  • Conduct annual reviews and updates of controlled technical documentation.
  • Support OSHA VPP initiatives to maintain safety excellence on-site.
  • Lead and mentor a diverse team of engineering and maintenance professionals.
  • Coordinate resources and oversee troubleshooting for engineering teams.
  • Create detailed Scope of Work documents for project execution.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities.
  • Supportive safety and compliance-focused workplace culture.
  • Collaboration with a diverse, cross-functional team.
  • Involvement in innovative engineering projects with state-of-the-art technology.
Full Job Description
The Engineering Manager leads the facility's engineering, maintenance, and project management initiatives. This role manages capital projects from inception to completion, and ensures the highest standards of workplace safety and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership skills, automation and controls knowledge, and hands-on experience in heavy industrial manufacturing environments.

Key Responsibilities

Safety Leadership & Compliance

  • Promote Safety Culture: Maintain, practice, and enforce a zero-injury workplace safety environment across all technical teams.
  • Procedure Development: Partner with the Safety Department to review, revise, and develop robust technical safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and Safe Cell Entry.
  • Document Control: Review, update, and formally approve "controlled" technical documentation on an annual basis.
  • VPP Support: Assist and support OSHA Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP) initiatives to maintain site excellence.


Team Management

  • Cross-Functional Leadership: Advise, supervise, and mentor a diverse technical staff spanning various engineering disciplines, IT personnel, Mechanical Technicians, and Electrical Technicians.
  • Resource Allocation: Coordinate daily activities, technical troubleshooting, and professional development for engineering and maintenance teams.


Project Management & Capital Execution

  • Scope Development: Author comprehensive Scope of Work (SOW) documents detailing required tasks, schedules, timelines, drawings, and costing spreadsheets.
  • Vendor & Quote Management: Create highly clear Mechanical, Electrical, and Civil SOW documents that enable external contractors to submit accurate project quotes.
  • Contractor Oversight: Oversee, manage, and audit external contractors anytime work is performed in the facility, covering both large capital projects and general plant modifications.


Engineering & Equipment Commissioning

  • Design & Drafting: Utilize AutoCAD products (Mechanical, Electrical, or Inventor) to read, modify, and develop detailed engineering drawings.
  • Equipment Installation: Supervise complex equipment installations by applying civil, mechanical/millwright, and electrical requirements.
  • System Integration: Direct the integration, startup, and commissioning of new equipment and advanced automated systems.


Production & Controls Support

  • Automation Engineering: Support production and technical staff by troubleshooting and optimizing industrial equipment and advanced automated control systems.
  • Controls Proficiency: Manage and maintain plant technologies, including:
    • Rockwell Automation (ControlLogix Safety Processors & Controls).
    • Variable Frequency Drives (over 150 VFDs ranging from 3HP to 200HP, including PowerFlex and SEW).
    • Beckhoff PC and PLC based control systems. (TransCAT software)
    • Siemens PCS-7 Control Systems
    • WinCC and Rockwell Factory Talk / Server based HMI deployments.


Qualifications

  • Experience: 6+ years of experience in an engineering project management role within an industrial manufacturing environment.
  • Leadership: Proven track record of managing engineers, IT staff, and skilled mechanical/electrical trades.
  • Software Skills: Highly proficient in AutoDESK products (AutoCAD Mechanical/Electrical or Inventor). Control System software platforms.
  • Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of industrial automation, VFDs, PLC systems, civil foundations, and mechanical/electrical equipment integration.


About Cardinal Glass Industries

Cardinal Glass Industries is a leading manufacturer of residential glass for windows and doors. The company was founded in 1962 and is headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. Cardinal Glass Industries operates multiple manufacturing facilities across the United States and Canada, and is known for its innovative glass products and commitment to sustainability. The company's products are used in a variety of applications, including residential and commercial construction, automotive, and solar energy. Cardinal Glass Industries is a privately held company.
Learn more about Cardinal Glass Industries
Size
7,000 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Founded
1962
* Ladders Estimates

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