Design Engineering Manager

ABGi USA; Santa Fe (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

ABGi USA is seeking an Engineering/Design Manager to lead and grow the engineering function from concept through production. This hands-on leader will mentor the team, drive process improvements, and own design controls and documentation while ensuring compliance with API/ASME standards.

The ideal candidate has a Mechanical Engineering degree with 5+ years in valve-focused environments and proven leadership experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering required; Master’s Degree preferred.
• 5+ years in engineering/design in oil & gas, valve manufacturing, or related industrial environment.
• Experience leading or managing an engineering function/team.
• Experience with valves, actuation, piping systems, or related equipment preferred.
• SolidWorks, MathCAD, FEA and/or CFD knowledge.
• Familiarity with API 6D, API 6A, MSS-SP-81, ASME standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Engineering Department with accountability and continuous improvement.
• Oversee full product lifecycle from design to production.
• Manage engineering docs, drawings, specs, and design controls.
• Ensure compliance with industry codes, standards, and customer requirements.
• Drive process optimization and quality control in engineering.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, production, quality, and cross-functional teams.
• Manage multiple projects, priorities, timelines, and resources.
• Provide technical leadership to internal and external engineering partners.

Skills

Leadership experience

Team development

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s Degree preferred

Tools

SolidWorks

MathCAD

FEA/CFD

Job description

ABGi USA is partnering with an established manufacturing client in the oil & gas / industrial valve space to identify an experienced Engineering/Design Manager to lead and continue developing its engineering function.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on engineering leader who enjoys being close to the product, improving processes, developing a team, and taking ownership of engineering and design from concept through production.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead, mentor, and develop the Engineering Department while fostering accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement
• Oversee the full product lifecycle, including new product design, development, modification, testing, and implementation
• Manage engineering documentation, drawings, specifications, and design controls
• Ensure products and designs meet applicable industry codes, quality standards, and customer requirements
• Drive process optimization and maintain strong quality control throughout the engineering function
• Partner closely with manufacturing, production, quality, and other cross-functional teams
• Manage multiple engineering projects, priorities, timelines, and resources
• Provide technical leadership to internal team members and external engineering partners

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering required; Master’s Degree preferred
• 5+ years of engineering/design experience within oil & gas, valve manufacturing, or a related industrial environment
• Previous experience leading or managing an engineering function/team
• Experience with valves, actuation, piping systems, or related equipment strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of SolidWorks, MathCAD, FEA and/or CFD
• Familiarity with applicable industry standards such as API 6D, API 6A, MSS-SP-81, and ASME
• Strong understanding of design modifications, engineering documentation, quality control, and manufacturing processes
• Confident, proactive leadership style with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on an established organization while helping shape the continued growth and development of its engineering department.