Engineering Manager

Elevator Services Group; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Relocation package

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an Engineering Manager in Cincinnati, OH. This hands-on position involves overseeing a skilled engineering team, ensuring compliance with elevator codes, and managing project specifications. Ideal candidates should have over 5 years of experience in engineering leadership, a Bachelor's degree in engineering, and proficiency in AutoCAD. The firm offers a competitive salary, benefits, and a relocation package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience leading an engineering team.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate operations of the engineering team.
• Provide hands-on support with engineering project requirements.
• Lead various engineering functions including QA and sales support.
• Ensure projects comply with specifications and elevator code.
• Review work and projects for technical accuracy.

Skills

Elevator codes knowledge

Problem-solving skills

AutoCAD proficiency

Engineering theory understanding

Applied math and physics knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Analytical skills

Supervisory skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

PLEASE NOTE: THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN ILLINOIS. RELOCATION WILL BE REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION. ALL INTERESTED CANDIDATES MUST BE ABLE TO WORK ON-SITE AND RELOCATE FOR THE POSITION.

The Engineering Manager will oversee and coordinate the daily operations of a highly skilled engineering team while ensuring company objectives and goals are met.

Job Summary

This person would be responsible for leading 3-4 employees and will directly oversee the engineering department. This is a hands‑on role, and the engineering manager will perform the following duties:

• Provides hands‑on support with engineering project requirements.
• Leads and coordinates various engineering functions and operations including quality assurance, sales support, production support, and development of new and existing product lines.
• Facilitates communication among clients/customers and engineers, ensuring specifications, and deadlines are clearly communicated and understood.
• Ensures projects comply with specifications, timelines, and elevator code.
• Reviews work and projects for technical accuracy.
• Establishes, implements, and maintains administrative policies, procedures, and standards.
• Maintains knowledge of new trends, developments, technologies, materials, and best practices; applies this knowledge to continually improve product lines and production efficiency.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Strong knowledge of elevator codes and compliance requirements.
• Must have prior experience working in accordance with ASME 17.1 elevator codes and excellent problem‑solving skills.
• Innovative with a “think outside the box” mentality.
• Proficient with utilizing AutoCAD software.
• Thorough understanding of engineering theory and design criteria.
• Thorough understanding of applied math and physics.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience

• 5+ years of experience leading an engineering team.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field required.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Relocation package.