Engineering Manager: Lead Custom Product & Manufacturing

OPTO International, Inc.; Wood Dale (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

OPTO International, Inc. is seeking an Engineering Manager to oversee daily engineering activities and mentor a design-led team. You will assign and review custom projects, ensure modular design, and collaborate with multiple departments to deliver cost-effective solutions.

You will guide manufacturing-ready designs, manage 3D CAD models and BOMs, and interface with internal and external partners to optimize cost and quality across wood and metal products.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering or design.
• 8+ years engineering or manufacturing experience in wood/metals.
• Expertise with multi-materials (wood, metal, plastics, glass).
• Proficient in 3D CAD and BOM creation for ERP.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day engineering, estimating, and order entry.
• Guide the team to design for manufacturability with modular methods.
• Collaborate daily with sales and other departments for custom products.
• Oversee product enhancements and support new development.
• Create 3D models, drawings, BOMs, and cost estimates.
• Interface with internal and sub-contract manufacturers for cost and quality.
• Maintain standards and guidelines for design and development.

Skills

8+ years experience

3D CAD modeling

Mentoring / coaching

Problem solving

Multi-materials knowledge

Manufacturing leadership

Strong collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in engineering or design

Tools

Solid modeling software

ERP / BOM systems

Job description

OPTO International, Inc. is seeking an Engineering Manager to oversee daily engineering activities and mentor a design-led team. You will assign and review custom projects, ensure modular design, and collaborate with multiple departments to deliver cost-effective solutions.

You will guide manufacturing-ready designs, manage 3D CAD models and BOMs, and interface with internal and external partners to optimize cost and quality across wood and metal products.