Engineering Manager

M-Works Search; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive insurance

401K retirement plan

Relocation assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Odessa, Texas is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead a dynamic team in heavy-metal fabrication. The ideal candidate will design innovative solutions, oversee project compliance, and drive process improvements. A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and experience in a manufacturing environment are required. This role offers a competitive salary of $110,000-$140,000, along with comprehensive benefits including insurance and 401K matching.

Qualifications

• Experience within a heavy metal fabrication manufacturing environment.
• Proven success in developing processes and leading/managing teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Leading and mentoring a team of design and manufacturing engineers.
• Designing manufacturing solutions, including jigs and fixtures.
• Driving ongoing process improvements in the shop using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Ensuring compliance with ASME, NFPA, and UL standards.
• Collaborating on business cases for new project development.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Lean methodologies

Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor’s degree Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Engineering Manager / Engineering Team Leader

Heavy-Metal Fabrication and Assembly

Are you ready to lead a dynamic team in driving innovation and excellence in a growing heavy‑metal fabrication and assembly‑oriented manufacturing setting? As the Engineering Manager at my client, you’ll play a hands‑on role in designing and developing cutting‑edge products, manufacturing equipment, and testing systems in a plant that delivers heavy fabrications to customers. Collaborating across departments such as Operations, Procurement, Quality Assurance, and Field Service, you’ll ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and with unmatched quality. This role is perfect for a leader with a passion for driving technical solutions and empowering high‑performing teams in a fast‑paced environment that does metal fabrication, welding, painting and assembly processes.

Why You Should Apply

• Competitive Compensation: $110,000-$140,000 plus bonus per year based on experience, education, skills and qualifications.
• Comprehensive insurance including medical, dental and vision.
• 401K retirement plan with company match of 4% with 5% contribution.
• Life and disability insurance.
• 10 annual paid company holidays.
• Relocation assistance.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Health savings account.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading and mentoring a team of design and manufacturing engineers with clear performance goals and deliverables.
• Designing manufacturing solutions, including jigs, fixtures, and materials handling aids as needed.
• Driving ongoing process improvements in the shop using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Supporting capital improvement projects and cost estimation activities.
• Ensuring compliance with ASME, NFPA, and UL standards during the product development phase.
• Collaborating on business cases for new project development and execution.

About You

• Be able to do the job as described.
• Bachelor’s degree Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience within a heavy metal fabrication manufacturing environment.
• Skilled in Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.
• Proven success in developing processes and leading/managing teams effectively.
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills to drive collaboration across teams.
• Proficient in planning, project management, and influencing outcomes without direct authority.

How To Apply

We’d love to see your resume, but we don’t need it to have a conversation. Send us an email to me [e-mail] and tell us why you’re interested. Or, if you do have a resume ready, apply here.