Engineering Manager

Gateway Group Personnel; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Modern manufacturing facility

Job summary

Gateway Group Personnel is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead engineering operations in a highly automated manufacturing environment. You will guide product design, manufacturing support, and continuous improvement across a complex industrial product line to deliver innovative solutions.

The role requires hands-on leadership, a strong technical background in mechanical design and manufacturing processes, and the ability to manage cross-functional teams in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Experience with 3D CAD software and engineering analysis tools.
• Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.
• Proven ability to lead technical teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a multi-disciplinary engineering team focused on product design, manufacturing support, and process improvement.
• Oversee engineering activities related to product development, 3D modeling, technical drawings, and design-for-manufacturing initiatives.
• Provide engineering leadership for manufacturing operations, including tooling, automation, robotic welding systems, and production optimization.
• Partner cross-functionally with operations, planning, sales, and leadership teams to support production schedules, product quality, and customer requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts, capital equipment projects, and manufacturing efficiency initiatives.
• Manage engineering project timelines, budgets, and resource planning.
• Ensure compliance with applicable engineering standards, quality requirements, and industry regulations.
• Support custom engineered solutions and customer-specific product modifications.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Team development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

3D CAD software

Engineering analysis tools

Job description

A growing, industry-leading manufacturer is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead engineering operations within a highly automated and expanding manufacturing environment. This leadership role will oversee product design, manufacturing engineering support, continuous improvement initiatives, and cross-functional engineering execution for a complex industrial product line.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on engineering leader who enjoys balancing technical expertise, team development, operational support, and long-term innovation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a multi-disciplinary engineering team focused on product design, manufacturing support, and process improvement
• Oversee engineering activities related to product development, 3D modeling, technical drawings, and design-for-manufacturing initiatives
• Provide engineering leadership for manufacturing operations, including tooling, automation, robotic welding systems, and production optimization
• Partner cross-functionally with operations, planning, sales, and leadership teams to support production schedules, product quality, and customer requirements
• Drive continuous improvement efforts, capital equipment projects, and manufacturing efficiency initiatives
• Manage engineering project timelines, budgets, and resource planning
• Ensure compliance with applicable engineering standards, quality requirements, and industry regulations
• Support custom engineered solutions and customer-specific product modifications

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field
• Strong understanding of mechanical design, manufacturing processes, and industrial production environments
• Experience with 3D CAD software and engineering analysis tools
• Knowledge of fabrication, welding, automation, and production support engineering
• Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills
• Proven ability to lead technical teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Preferred Experience

• Background within refrigeration, HVAC, pressure vessel, or industrial manufacturing environments
• Experience supporting highly automated production operations
• Familiarity with ASME standards and pressure vessel design
• Exposure to new product development and R&D initiatives

What’s Offered

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Modern manufacturing facility with advanced equipment and automation
• Strong long-term growth potential and leadership visibility