Engineering Manager

Amherst; Cuero (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Annual bonus

401k match

Paid vacation and holidays

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Professional development reimbursement

Maternity and parental leave

Job summary

Amherst is seeking an Engineering Manager – Modular Factory to lead all engineering functions in a modular construction manufacturing facility in Texas. You will guide design standardization, production engineering, and structural integrity while aligning design, estimating, procurement, and production teams.

Responsibilities include leading a team of structural, architectural, and MEP engineers, advancing DFM/DFA, ensuring code compliance (IBC/IRC), and partnering with estimating for accurate

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Structural, Civil, Mechanical, or related field) required.
• 7–12+ years of modular construction, prefabrication, or related industry.
• 3–5+ years in a leadership or management role.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred (or ability to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of structural, architectural, and MEP engineers/designers.
• Establish engineering standards and design guidelines for modular construction.
• Oversee workload planning, staffing, and performance management of the engineering team.
• Develop and maintain standardized modular designs and product platforms.
• Ensure designs meet building codes (IBC, IRC, state modular programs).
• Review and approve structural calculations, shop drawings, and engineered details.
• Drive design-for-manufacturing (DFM) and design-for-assembly (DFA) initiatives.
• Collaborate with plant operations to optimize production workflows.
• Ensure engineering deliverables align with factory capabilities and sequencing.
• Support troubleshooting of production issues and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain SOPs for engineering-to-production handoff.
• Oversee structural design including chassis, floor systems, wall panels, and roof assemblies.
• Validate MEP integration within modular constraints.
• Partner with estimating teams to provide accurate engineering input.
• Support value engineering to optimize cost, materials, and constructability.
• Review project specifications and assist in proposal development.
• Ensure compliance with state modular programs, third-party inspections, and certifications.
• Maintain documentation for plan approvals and regulatory submissions.
• Support QA/QC processes and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Implement new technologies and lean manufacturing principles.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Position Summary

The Engineering Manager – Modular Factory is responsible for leading all engineering functions within a modular construction manufacturing facility. This role oversees design standardization, production engineering, structural integrity, and continuous improvement to ensure efficient, code-compliant, and cost-effective modular building solutions. The position serves as the critical link between design, estimating, procurement, and production teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Engineering Leadership




• Lead and manage a team of structural, architectural, and MEP engineers/designers.


• Establish engineering standards, best practices, and design guidelines for modular construction.


• Oversee workload planning, staffing, and performance management of the engineering team.




• Design & Product Development




• Develop and maintain standardized modular designs and product platforms.


• Ensure all designs meet applicable building codes (IBC, IRC, state modular programs).


• Review and approve structural calculations, shop drawings, and engineered details.


• Drive design-for-manufacturing (DFM) and design-for-assembly (DFA) initiatives.




• Production & Manufacturing Support




• Collaborate with plant operations to optimize production workflows and reduce bottlenecks.


• Ensure engineering deliverables align with factory capabilities and sequencing.


• Support troubleshooting of production issues and implement corrective actions.


• Develop and maintain SOPs for engineering-to-production handoff.




• Structural & Systems Integrity




• Oversee structural design including chassis, floor systems, wall panels, and roof assemblies.


• Ensure load paths, connections, and transport conditions are fully engineered and documented.


• Validate MEP integration within modular constraints.




• Estimating & Preconstruction Support




• Partner with estimating teams to provide accurate engineering input and preliminary designs.


• Support value engineering efforts to optimize cost, materials, and constructability.


• Review project specifications and assist in proposal development.




• Compliance & Quality Assurance




• Ensure compliance with state modular programs, third-party inspections, and certifications.


• Maintain documentation for plan approvals and regulatory submissions.


• Support QA/QC processes and continuous improvement initiatives.




• Innovation & Continuous Improvement




• Implement new technologies, materials, and construction methods.


• Drive lean manufacturing principles within engineering workflows.


• Lead initiatives to reduce cost, improve quality, and shorten production cycle times.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience




• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Structural, Civil, Mechanical, or related field required).


• 7–12+ years of experience in modular construction, prefabrication, or related industry.


• 3–5+ years in a leadership or management role.


• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred (or ability to obtain).




• Technical Skills




• Strong knowledge of structural design, load paths, and modular transportation constraints.


• Experience with CAD/BIM software (AutoCAD, Revit).


• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and production line optimization.


• Understanding of building codes (IBC, IRC) and modular compliance requirements.




• Leadership & Soft Skills




• Strong leadership and team development skills.


• Excellent communication and cross-functional coordination.


• Problem-solving mindset with a focus on efficiency and scalability.


• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Our full-time employee benefits include:

• A competitive compensation package, annual bonus, 401k match


• Vacation and Sick Time including 7 paid holidays, 1 floating holiday, and 1 volunteer day


• Employer-paid benefits (medical, dental, vision, health savings account)


• Professional career development and reimbursement


• Up to 16 weeks paid maternity leave; up to 4 weeks of paid parental leaves

Amherst Operating Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or veteran status, and encourage all applicants to apply.