Engineering Manager

The Davis Companies; Taunton (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Bonus potential

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

The Davis Companies is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead a team of Manufacturing Engineers in a fast-paced, advanced manufacturing environment supporting medical device, robotics, automation, semiconductor, and life sciences projects.

You will direct design for manufacturability, oversee processes and tooling, and ensure successful product transitions from concept to production while partnering with customers on optimization and ongoing support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical discipline.
• 7+ years in manufacturing engineering, process engineering, or production engineering environments.
• Proven leadership experience managing engineers, technical teams, or engineering projects.
• Strong background in discrete manufacturing, electromechanical assembly, precision manufacturing, or complex industrial products.
• Experience managing multiple customer programs and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to interface directly with customers and lead technical discussions related to manufacturing processes and project execution.
• Proven problem-solving and project management skills.
• Working knowledge of quality systems, continuous improvement methodologies, and structured problem-solving techniques.
• SolidWorks experience preferred; PDM experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Manufacturing Engineers, fostering accountability and continuous improvement.
• Serve as the engineering leader for customer programs from feasibility to launch and ongoing support.
• Collaborate with customers on Design for Manufacturability (DFM), DFA, value engineering, and troubleshooting.
• Oversee development and implementation of manufacturing processes, work instructions, tooling, fixtures, and assembly methods for electromechanical products.
• Support new business opportunities by evaluating manufacturing feasibility, risks, costs, and production requirements.
• Collaborate with commercial teams to develop labor, material, and process estimates for quotations.
• Lead root cause investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Drive New Product Introduction (NPI) activities and smooth transitions to manufacturing.
• Champion Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and operational excellence initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Customer interaction

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

PDM

Job description

A growing advanced manufacturing organization serving customers in the medical device, robotics, automation, semiconductor, and life sciences industries is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead a team of Manufacturing Engineers while driving the successful launch and execution of complex customer programs.

This is a highly visible leadership role where you'll combine team management, customer interaction, technical problem-solving, and project oversight to ensure products move efficiently from concept through production. The ideal candidate enjoys working directly with customers, leading engineering talent, and driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Manufacturing Engineers, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Serve as the engineering leader for customer programs, ensuring successful execution from quote review and feasibility assessment through production launch and ongoing support.
• Partner closely with customers to support Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), value engineering initiatives, and technical troubleshooting.
• Oversee the development and implementation of manufacturing processes, work instructions, tooling, fixtures, and assembly methods for electromechanical products.
• Support new business opportunities by evaluating manufacturing feasibility, risks, costs, and production requirements for new programs.
• Collaborate with commercial teams to develop accurate labor, material, and process estimates for customer quotations and new business opportunities.
• Lead root cause investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement efforts related to production, quality, and process performance.
• Drive successful New Product Introduction (NPI) activities and ensure smooth transitions from development into full-scale manufacturing.
• Champion Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and operational excellence initiatives to improve productivity, quality, and efficiency.
• Partner with operations, quality, supply chain, and executive leadership on strategic growth initiatives, technology investments, and long-term manufacturing planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• 7+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, process engineering, or production engineering environments.
• Prior leadership experience managing engineers, technical teams, or engineering projects.
• Strong background in discrete manufacturing, electromechanical assembly, precision manufacturing, or complex industrial products.
• Experience managing multiple customer programs and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to interface directly with customers and lead technical discussions related to manufacturing processes and project execution.
• Proven problem-solving and project management skills.
• Working knowledge of quality systems, continuous improvement methodologies, and structured problem-solving techniques.
• SolidWorks experience preferred; PDM experience is a plus.

Preferred Background

Experience supporting products or manufacturing operations related to:

• Medical Devices
• Robotics & Automation Equipment
• Semiconductor Equipment
• Precision Electromechanical Assemblies

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Lead and develop a team of Manufacturing Engineers while maintaining strategic involvement in customer programs.
• High visibility role with direct impact on engineering, operations, and business growth.
• Strong benefits package, bonus potential, and long-term career growth opportunities.
• Opportunity to influence manufacturing strategy, process improvements, and future technology investments.