Shift: 1st shift

City: Solon

Swagelok, Northeast Ohio, USA

Position Summary:

The Program Manager, Engineering Systems, is responsible for leading the strategic development, deployment, and continuous improvement of enterprise engineering systems, including the development and deployment of tool management, ERP, PLM, and MES platforms. This role combines strong program leadership with organizational influence to drive transformational initiatives that enhance end-to-end product lifecycle connectivity, operational efficiency, and cost performance.

The successful candidate will build and develop a high-performing team, cultivate talent, and create a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. This leader will collaborate cross-functionally across engineering, operations, IT, and business stakeholders to define and execute a long-term systems vision aligned with organizational goals. The role requires a change agent who can effectively secure stakeholder buy-in, guide large-scale initiatives through governance processes, and deliver measurable business value.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Direct the development of business cases for transformative engineering and operational initiatives
• Lead company-wide continuous improvement efforts focused on efficiency, quality, and cost reduction
• Build, coach, and develop team talent to support strategic objectives and long-term capability growth
• Drive initiatives to reduce cost of goods sold (COGS) and improve resource utilization
• Manage stakeholder expectations and provide routine updates, including formal stage-gate reviews for executive approval
• Develop and manage program budgets, ensuring accountability to financial targets and constraints
• Serve as a change leader by driving stakeholder alignment and broad organizational adoption across engineering and operations

Function Specific / Other Responsibilities:

• Define and execute a strategic vision for an integrated ecosystem of engineering software tools, optimizing for budget, functionality, labor efficiency, and end-to-end product lifecycle connectivity
• Lead and expand an existing team of SAP PDLs and modelers, transforming the group into proactive change agents driving enterprise improvements
• Collaborate with external vendors and internal cross-functional teams to identify, evaluate, and implement right-sized solutions aligned with business needs
• Ensure alignment of engineering systems with enterprise architecture, operational goals, and digital transformation strategies
• Serve as a subject matter expert on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices related to manufacturing systems, PLM, and MES
• Apply deep understanding of the business environment to guide decision-making and prioritize high-impact initiatives

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Business, Operations, or a related field (or equivalent manufacturing and leadership experience)
• Minimum of 3 years leading medium to large-scale, cross-departmental projects

Preferred:

• MBA or other advanced degree
• Certification in project or portfolio management (e.g., PMP, PgMP)
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in engineering or operations environments
• Demonstrated experience with PLM and/or MES system development and deployment

Critical Competencies:

• Talent Development: Builds and scales high-performing teams through hiring, coaching, and development aligned to strategic priorities
• Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of manufacturing, engineering systems, and evolving technology trends
• Teamwork & Collaboration: Effectively partners across functions to deliver integrated, enterprise-level solutions
• Adaptability / Resilience: Adjusts strategy based on new data; navigates challenges and drives progress despite obstacles
• Organizational Awareness: Understands company culture, decision-making dynamics, and stakeholder priorities to influence outcomes
• Business Acumen: Develops and presents financially sound, value-driven proposals that support organizational goals

Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements :

• Ability to perform the essential job functions consistent safely and successfully with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.

• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.

Swagelok provides a comprehensive package of valuable benefits called Total Rewards focused on health and wellness, compensation, retirement planning, and supplemental rewards.

To apply:

1. Click 'Apply Now' to the role of interest, upload your resume and complete the application.

2. Those that match our qualifications will be contacted to schedule a phone interview.

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