Engineering Manager

Aebi Schmidt; Litchfield (MN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with Company Match

Health, Vision & Dental Insurance

Life & Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

PPE reimbursement

Job summary

Aebi Schmidt is seeking an Engineering Manager in Minnesota to lead the design and development of Towmaster products. You will manage engineers, ensure product quality and regulatory compliance, and drive innovation for customer needs and efficiency.

You will work across production, sales, and service to deliver durable, cost-effective solutions, mentor staff, and oversee drawings, documentation, and vendor coordination. This role emphasizes leadership and hands-on engineering excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (required).
• 5-10+ years of engineering experience in manufacturing.
• 3+ years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Experience in trailer, heavy equipment, or truck body manufacturing strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of designers and engineers.
• Create department goals aligned with company initiatives.
• Approve all drawings ensuring structural integrity and safety.
• Collaborate with value stream to resolve design-related production issues.
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce costs and increase efficiency.
• Ensure products meet regulatory standards.
• Oversee department quality assurance and document control.
• Lead R&D projects from concept to product launch.
• Coordinate with vendors and suppliers on materials and supplies.
• Support sales with technical expertise and determine product requirements with customers.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Product design

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Vendor coordination

Cost optimization

Quality assurance

R&D project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

Position Description

The Engineering Manager leads the design, development, and continuous improvement of Towmaster products. This role oversees engineering staff, ensures product quality and compliance, and drives innovation to support customer needs and operational efficiency. The Engineering Manager works cross-functionally with production, sales, and service teams to deliver durable, cost-effective products.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of designers and engineers.
• Create department goals that align and support with company initiatives.
• Approve all drawings, ensuring they meet structural integrity, durability, and safety standards.
• Collaborate with value stream to resolve design-related production issues.
• Drive continuous improvement designed to improve costing and efficiency.
• Ensure products meet regulatory standards.
• Oversee department quality assurance, maintaining revision and documentation processes.
• Lead engineering research and development projects from concept to product launch.
• Oversee coordination with vendors and suppliers on materials and supplies.
• Support sales team with technical expertise, assisting in field resolution and engaging with customers as needed to determine product requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (required)
• 5-10+ years of engineering experience in manufacturing
• 3+ years in a leadership or supervisory role
• Experience in trailer, heavy equipment, or truck body manufacturing strongly preferred

Benefits

• 401K with Company Match
• Health, Vision & Dental Insurance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Program
• Paid Holidays
• Reimbursement for Select Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Aebi Schmidt is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled