Job Summary

The Engineering Manager will lead the design, development, and continuous improvement of plant operations. This role oversees engineering activities, ensuring alignment with customer requirements, safety standards, and manufacturing capabilities. The manager will also serve as a key liaison between product development, maintenance and operations, to drive innovation, efficiency, and product excellence.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead and mentor a team of engineers setting clear goals and fostering professional growth
• Oversee the design of HV wire and cable products, ensuring compliance with customer specifications, industry standards (e.g., NEC, IEEE, UL), and internal quality benchmarks
• Drive continuous improvement in manufacturing processes including drawing, stranding, extrusion, and jacketing, with a focus on efficiency, cost reduction, and sustainability
• Manage engineering projects from concept to implementation, ensuring timely delivery within budget and scope
• Work closely with manufacturing, R&D, quality assurance, and modernization teams to ensure seamless integration of engineering solutions
• Promote adoption of new technologies and eco-friendly solutions such as high-pressure fluid-filled retrofit cables
• Ensure all engineering activities adhere to safety regulations, environmental standards, and corporate policies

Required Education & Experience

Bachelor's Degree: Engineering or equivalent technical degree

5-7 Years of Experience: Engineering or Project Management

Preferred Education & Experience

8-11 Years of Experience

Spans of Control

Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members: Yes

Number of Direct Reports: 5-10

Travel

Domestic: Up to 25%

Physical Requirements

Moving: 10%

Standing: 10%

Sitting: 50%

Walking: 25%

Pushing/Pulling: 5%

Working Conditions

Office

Plant/Warehouse Floor

Overtime, Weekends, & Holidays

Extreme Heat/Cold

Equipment

Computer/KeyBoard

Safety Glasses

Safety Shoes

Competencies

Attracts Top Talent
Communicates Effectively
Courage
Decision Quality
Drives Results
Financial Acumen

Skills

Systems Engineering
Critical Thinking
Budgeting
Process Improvement
Continuous Improvement Process
Process Engineering
Tooling
Process Flow Diagrams
Process Failure Mode And Effects Analysis (PFMEA)
Engineering Drawings
Benefits We Offer:

• 401k with Matching
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Parental Leave
• & More