Engineering Manager

Winchester Interconnect; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Winchester Interconnect is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead, develop, and mentor the Engineering team, ensuring safe, reliable, and scalable production of connectors and cable assemblies. This role manages the design engineering team, workflow optimization, and manufacturing best practices to support safety, quality, on-time delivery, and cost objectives.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Design/Manufacturing Engineering, 7+ years of engineering experience with 3+ years of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Design/Manufacturing Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of engineering experience with leadership.
• 3+ years of supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of cable assembly, connector manufacturing, crimping, soldering, molding, and electro-mechanical assembly processes.
• Experience with Lean / Six Sigma methodologies (certification preferred).
• Proficiency with CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and ERP/MRP systems.
• Familiarity with process validation, DOE, and statistical analysis.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to move around the production floor, lift up to 25 lbs occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the Engineering team to ensure safe, quality, on-time production.
• Oversee design engineering, workflow optimization, and manufacturing best practices.
• Collaborate across departments to align projects with profitability and KPI targets.
• Drive process improvements using Lean/Six Sigma methodologies.
• Support new product introductions (NPI) from design to production release.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and cost objectives.
• Communicate priorities and progress to stakeholders and leadership.

Skills

Cable assembly

Connector manufacturing

Crimping

Soldering

Molding

Electro-mechanical assembly

Lean Six Sigma

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

ERP/MRP systems

Process validation

DOE

Statistical analysis

Leadership

Communication

Shop floor mobility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Design/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

ERP/MRP

Job description

At Winchester Interconnect, we always do the right thing, the right way.

Winchester Interconnect is committed to inspiring the most innovative teams. We foster a dynamic, inclusive environment that thrives on collaboration and continuous growth. We hire exceptional people, celebrate wins, empower employee growth, and provide opportunities to thrive. Winchester is where potential transforms into purpose, and every team member plays a vital role in shaping our shared success.

Position Summary

The Engineering Manager is responsible for leading, developing, and mentoring the Engineering team to ensure efficient, reliable, and scalable production of connectors, cable assemblies, and related components. This role oversees the design engineering team, workflow optimization, and the implementation of manufacturing best practices to support safety, quality, on-time delivery, and cost objectives.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or related field required.
• 7+ years of experience in engineering, preferably in connectors, cables, or electromechanical assembly.
• 3+ years of supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of cable assembly, connector manufacturing, crimping, soldering, molding, and electro-mechanical assembly processes.
• Experience with Lean / Six Sigma methodologies (certification preferred).
• Proficiency with CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and ERP/MRP systems.
• Familiarity with process validation, DOE, and statistical analysis.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively.
• Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail and continuous improvement focus.
• Ability to move around the production floor, lift up to 25 lbs occasionally, and work near manufacturing equipment.

Our core values - Accountability, Collaboration, and Empowerment (ACE) - are the foundation of how we operate and drive success. You will take ownership of your contributions, collaborate with a team that gets stuff done, and be empowered to innovate and pursue bold initiatives that drive our business forward.

Are You Our Next ACE?

• Bookings, revenue, & EBITDA goals,
• Lead and manage the Design Engineering team by providing technical support through customer interface, CAD design, review & compliance, contract review, process implementation, planning, and production support
• Support the Long term organic growth strategy by being focused on Revenue & EBITDA, contract review, fast and accurate design release, Reduction / Elimination of EC’s, RMA’s & CAR’s, Improved inspections, Yield, & reduced Inventory adjustments
• Determine, communicate, and verify contractual / engineering requirements, specifications, goals and objectives. Review and approve all project plans and specifications; sign off on completion and appropriate intervals and upon completion of project.
• Culture - Champion the Winchester culture while creating a strong organization
• Provides career development, mentoring, and succession planning
• Actively participate on behalf of the Engineering team both internally and externally on NPI projects, Quoting, Contract Review, Process Specifications, Design Release, MRB, RMA’s, CAR’s, production, and general customer inquiries
• Support the Engineering strategy with measurable KPI’s that aligns with Hermetics short and long term growth goals, focuses on your department and compliments the others
• Strengthen/build your department around targeting the long term growth strategy and Engineering sustainability (utilize the DOA for hiring)
• Collaborate frequently with other departments to ensure engineering support, accurate and timely quotes, contract review, OTD, System usage, and customer communication is supported
• Support new business opportunities from creation through production execution to ensure success and customer satisfaction
• Facilitate quick and accurate design release/EC’s, process improvements, and system updates / integration that lead to improved efficiencies and yields.
• Continually seek ways to best delegate authority, assign responsibilities, cross-train, and improve communication and processes/systems with the internal team and other departments
• Identify areas to invest in to support future growth (utilize DOA for capex approval)
• Communicate with your team at a cadence that makes expectations and performance clear

Systems You’ll Use

• Google Enterprise
• ADP

Pay Transparency

Winchester Interconnect Corporation is committed to pay transparency. The pay range for this position is $120,000 to $160,000 (DOE) per year, plus incentive compensation. Exact salary will be contingent upon your experience, education, skills, and any other factors Winchester Interconnect Corporation considers relevant to the hiring decision.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. In addition to federal law requirements, Winchester Interconnect complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

Winchester Interconnect expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

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