Engineering Manager

Vantedge Medical Company; Durham (AR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Vantedge Medical is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead Manufacturing and NPI Engineering teams in a fast-paced med‑tech environment in Durham, CT. You will own project plans, staffing, and process improvements across engineering and manufacturing functions.

Responsibilities include implementing robust processes, maintaining ISO 13485 compliance, driving cost reductions, and mentoring engineers. The role requires strong leadership, collaboration across departments, and a focus on quality and

Qualifications

• Requires a 4-year degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• 10+ years of work experience in a related manufacturing role.
• Medical device industry experience strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing systems including shop floor processes, ERP systems, and quality procedures in an ISO 13485:2016, Mil-Spec, or similarly sophisticated quality environment.
• Depth and breadth of manufacturing process knowledge (assembly, fabrication, machining, welding, cable/harness, and powder coating).
• Ability to read and interpret complex customer drawings and specifications.
• Practical knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (ProfitKey a plus).
• Strong computer skills, including word processing and spreadsheets, plus CAD/CAM tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Mastercam).
• Strong background in statistical and scientific problem-solving techniques, technical documentation, FMEA, APQP, and GD&T.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, including writing clear instructions for complex processes and creating process maps.

Responsibilities

• Lead Manufacturing and NPI Engineering initiatives; manage projects and deliverables.
• Ensure proper project management tools and engineering processes are in place.
• Balance staff workload to meet changing internal/external needs.
• Develop staffing aligned with capacity and capability demands.
• Produce documents to implement new or revised procedures.
• Work with Supervisors to develop, maintain, and improve setup, training, and metrics.
• Set group and individual objectives, priorities, and metrics.
• Represent Engineering in corporate committees and meetings.
• Communicate and resolve engineering requests from stakeholders for constraints and feedback.
• Oversee operating procedures and guidelines for consistent product development.
• Support safety, quality, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
• Identify and implement new hardware and software for the department.
• Holds overall responsibility for hiring, supervising, and performance management of engineering staff.
• Promote employee engagement and teamwork.

Skills

Manufacturing Engineering

NPI Engineering

Project Management

Quality Systems

ISO 13485

ERP/MRP

CAD/CAM

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

GD&T

FMEA

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Mastercam

ProfitKey

Job description

Description

Engineering Manager

Full-time | Permanent

Salaried | On-site

Durham, CT

We are not currently working with third party agencies on this role.

About Us:

Hobson & Motzer is now part of Vantedge Medical! Vantedge Medical is the premier metals-based med-tech solutions partner from concept to full-scale manufacturing. Vantedge Medical is the forefront of precision engineering and innovation, specializing in the development and manufacturing of vital components for medical markets such as Robotic Assisted Surgery, Orthopedics, Surgical Instruments, Dental, and more. Our teams work in unison, collaborating and problem-solving to serve the manufacturing needs of the top Medical Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) around the globe. Making a difference in the lives of patients and their families drives us to go above and beyond every day. With a steadfast commitment to advancing medical technology, we take immense pride in the work we do – and have a lot of fun doing it.

About the Role:

The Engineering Manager leads and manages all Manufacturing Engineering and NPI (New Product Introduction) Engineering activities. This may include but is not limited to: Coordination and directing department projects, make detailed plans to accomplish goals and integration of technical activities, supporting quality engineering and tool design, providing weekly status reporting on active and inactive engineering projects. This position directly manages Manufacturing and NPI Engineering. This position may supervise Machining Programming Managers.

Responsibilities:

• Ensures proper project management tools, engineering processes, and systems are in place to allow effectiveness and efficiency of technical staff
• Prioritizes and balances staff workload based on rapidly changing internal and external customer needs
• Ensures talent in the department aligns with the capacity and capability the business demands
• Prepares written documentation to implement new or revised procedures
• Works with Manufacturing Supervisors and Engineers to develop, maintain, and improve setup, operator training, and metrics in the areas of production, quality, and safety
• Establishes group and individual objectives, priorities, and metrics
• Represents the Engineering Department in corporate committees and meetings
• Responsible for communicating and resolving engineering requests from internal and external stakeholders for clarification on project constraints, priorities, and feedback
• Oversees development of operating procedures and guidelines for the engineering department to create a consistent, thorough, and methodical approach to product development
• Supports our drive to achieve a culture of excellence that includes safety, quality, continuous improvement, and operational effectiveness
• Identifies and implements new hardware and software for the department
• Works on problems of significant scope, using a high level of initiative to direct staff toward manufacturing support and process improvementWorks independently, though significant or cross-functional projects may require approval from the Director of Engineering or COO
• Provides effective performance feedback through check-ins, employee recognition, and documented disciplinary action; makes recommendations for compensation adjustments as appropriate
• Holds overall responsibility for hiring, supervising, and managing the performance of Engineering Department personnel
• Promotes employee engagement by fostering a spirit of teamwork, unity, and success

Requirements

• Requires a 4-year degree in Engineering or a related technical field
• 10+ years of work experience in a related manufacturing role
• Medical device industry experience strongly preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing systems, including shop floor processes, ERP systems, and quality procedures in an ISO 13485:2016, Mil-Spec, or similarly sophisticated quality environment
• Depth and breadth of manufacturing process knowledge (assembly, fabrication, machining, welding, cable/harness, and powder coating)
• Ability to read and interpret complex customer drawings and specifications
• Practical knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (ProfitKey a plus)
• Strong computer skills, including sophisticated use of word processing and spreadsheet software, plus basic knowledge of and experience with CAD/CAM tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Mastercam)
• Strong background in statistical and scientific problem-solving techniques, technical documentation, FMEA, APQP, and GD&T
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, including writing clear instructions for complex processes and creating process flowcharts and process maps