Engineering Manager

Basin Holdings; Kentucky; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and company holidays

Professional development

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Wenzel Industries in Jefferson, Wisconsin is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead our engineering function and advance precision machining operations.

This leadership role oversees engineering strategy, process development, manufacturing support, continuous improvement initiatives, and capital projects while partnering across the organization to drive productivity, quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive engineering experience in manufacturing.
• Minimum 3 years of engineering leadership or management experience.
• Strong knowledge of CNC machining, precision manufacturing, tooling, fixtures, and production systems.
• Experience managing cross-functional projects, budgets, and capital investments.
• Excellent leadership, communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Precision machining or metal manufacturing experience.
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma expertise.
• CNC programming, automation, ERP/MRP, ISO 9001, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and GD&T knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop the Engineering team while fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Manage engineering projects from concept through implementation, ensuring objectives are achieved safely, on time, and within budget.
• Partner with Operations, Production, Quality, Supply Chain, and Sales to improve efficiency, throughput, quality, and profitability.
• Evaluate manufacturing methods, tooling, fixtures, equipment, workflows, and production processes to optimize performance.
• Lead Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Review customer requirements and develop practical, cost-effective engineering solutions.
• Oversee engineering documentation, design reviews, technical standards, and product changes.
• Provide technical leadership and problem-solving support for complex manufacturing challenges.
• Develop project budgets, capital expenditure requests, and implementation plans.
• Support customer visits, audits, technical reviews, and new business opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, customer, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

CNC machining

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Leadership

Project management

Communication

ERP/MRP systems

GD&T

FMEA

ISO 9001 / APQP / PPAP

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or related field

Equivalent experience

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

CNC programming

Automation

Tooling & fixtures

Job description

Engineering Manager
Wenzel Industries | Jefferson, Wisconsin | Full-Time

Position Summary

Wenzel Industries isseekingan experienced and dynamic Engineering Manager to lead our engineering function and support the continued growth of our precision machining operations in Jefferson, Wisconsin. This leadership role oversees engineering strategy, process development, manufacturing support, continuous improvement initiatives, and capital projects while partnering across the organization to drive productivity, quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop the Engineering team while fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Manage engineering projects from concept through implementation, ensuringobjectivesare achieved safely, on time, and within budget.
• Partner with Operations, Production, Quality, Supply Chain, and Sales to improve efficiency, throughput, quality, and profitability.
• Evaluate manufacturing methods, tooling, fixtures, equipment, workflows, and production processes to optimize performance.
• Lead Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Review customer requirements and develop practical, cost-effective engineering solutions.
• Oversee engineering documentation, design reviews, technical standards, and product changes.
• Provide technical leadership and problem-solving support for complex manufacturing challenges.
• Develop project budgets, capital expenditure requests, and implementation plans.
• Support customer visits, audits, technical reviews, and new business opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, customer, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive engineering experience in manufacturing.
• Minimum 3 years of engineering leadership or management experience.
• Strong knowledge of CNC machining, precision manufacturing, tooling, fixtures, and production systems.
• Experience managing cross-functional projects, budgets, and capital investments.
• Excellent leadership, communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Precision machining or metal manufacturing experience.
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigmaexpertise.
• CNC programming, automation, ERP/MRP systems, ISO 9001, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and GD&T knowledge.

Core Competencies

• Leadership and talent development
• Strategic thinking and business acumen
• Technical problem-solving
• Project and change management
• Customer focus
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Collaboration and communication
• Resource and priority management

Why Join Wenzel Industries?

As Engineering Manager, you will play a critical role in shaping operational excellence, developing engineering talent, and driving strategic growth across the organization.

• Competitive salary and performance-based compensation opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and company holidays
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Collaborative team-oriented culture
• Opportunity to influence business strategy and lead impactful projects

Wenzel Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in the workplace.