Engineering Manager - T&I

Millerbernd; Winsted (MN); On-site; USD 117,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – 2

Health & HSA/FSA

Life & Disability Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

401(k) with Match

Incentive Pay

Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP)

Unlimited PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Onsite Training

Uniform Subsidy

Job summary

Millerbernd Manufacturing in Winsted, MN, seeks an Engineering Manager (T&I) to lead manufacturing engineers, methods, and programming teams. You will drive lean improvements, coordinate with design and production, and oversee equipment & external services to meet safety and productivity goals.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in engineering, experience managing engineering teams, and proficiency with Cadlink and ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering required.
• Proven experience managing manufacturing processes and engineering teams.
• Experience with ERP systems and Cadlink software; strong Lean/5S knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using lean manufacturing principles to reduce costs and improve on-time delivery.
• Collaborate with design, production, and quality teams to ensure smooth transitions and high efficiency.
• Oversee purchasing and validation of equipment and external engineering services.
• Develop strategies for pricing, program planning, risk management, and margin generation at proposal stage.
• Review documentation for completeness and accuracy; manage work plans, schedules, budgets, and metrics.
• Manage tooling library and use SPC tools to boost production efficiency.
• Ensure QMS compliance and accurate BOMs/BOOs for products; lead engineers, methods specialists, and programmers.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Continuous improvement

ERP systems

Cadlink

5S

Blueprint reading

Project management

Communication

Office software

Shop floor control

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering

Tools

Cadlink

Job description

Millerbernd Manufacturing , a family-owned company since 1933, is driven by our core values: respectful and humbly confident, a positive attitude and solutions-oriented, a great reputation every day, loyal and united, working together, and results-driven. If these values resonate with you, we invite you to apply and join a growing team committed to excellence and shared success.

The Opportunity:

The Engineering Manager – Transportation & Infrastructure will lead and develop the manufacturing engineers, methods, and programming teams to ensure that processes align with customer specifications, industry standards, and company objectives. The manager oversees the planning, development, implementation and maintenance of manufacturing methods, processes and operations for new and existing products. The manager is accountable for driving improvements, supporting product development, and optimizing both human and technical resources for maximum productivity and quality.

Job Title:

Engineering Manager (T&I)

Location:

Winsted, MN

Salary Range:

$117,133 - $143,194/year (Exempt)

(In compliance with Minnesota Pay Transparency Law, this range reflects the anticipated compensation for this role. Actual pay may vary based on experience, education, and other factors).

Schedule:

Monday - Friday Business Hours

Shift Differential:

1st shift – N/A

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using lean manufacturing principles, ensuring cost reduction, on-time delivery, and safety standards
• Work closely with design, production, and quality teams to ensure new products transition smoothly into production and existing products maintain high standards of efficiency
• Oversee the purchase and validation of new equipment and external engineering services, ensuring they meet productivity and safety requirements
• Contributes to the development of strategies for pricing, program planning, risk management, negotiations, and margin generation for programs at the proposal stage
• Reviews and approves documentation and checks for completeness and accuracy
• Establish work plans, schedules, budgets, and performance metrics for the engineering team
• Manage the production tooling library and ensure its effective use in manufacturing processes, utilizing tools like Statistical Process Control (SPC) to enhance efficiency
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of engineering documents and compliance with the Quality Management System (QMS)
• Ensures the efficient creation and management of Bill of Materials (BOM), Bill of Operations (BOO)
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency and reduce errors in BOMs and BOOs
• Lead teams in developing accurate BOMs and BOOs for new and existing products, ensuring they meet design, customer, and quality standards
• Provide leadership for engineers, methods specialists, and programmers, including hiring, coaching, performance management, and skill development

Role Qualifications as an Engineering Manager:

• Preferred candidates will have a Bachelor’s Degree in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering
• Proven experience managing manufacturing processes and engineering teams
• Experience in ERP systems and software like Cadlink
• Expertise in 5S, Lean Principles, and Continuous Improvement
• Proficiency in reading blueprints, mechanical drawings, and manufacturing documents
• Strong project management and problem‑solving skills
• Effective verbal and written communication, with the ability to work across departments
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, ERP systems, and shop floor control applications

What we offer for employment:

Comprehensive Benefits:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Two medical plan options, with company HSA contributions
• Health & Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA) – For medical and dependent care expenses
• Life & Disability Insurance – Company-paid basic life, AD&D, and short-/long-term disability
• Voluntary Benefits – Including optional life, legal & ID protection, accident & critical illness insurance

Financial Security:

• 401(k) with up to 4% Match – Immediate vesting
• Incentive Pay – Performance-based bonus programs depending on your role and shift
  • This role is eligible for participation in the company’s “Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP)”, a financial performance-based bonus program
  • Payouts are determined by the company’s operational results and are distributed in the first quarter of the subsequent year

Work-Life Balance:

• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement – Up to $5,250/year for job-related education
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support services
• Onsite Training – Includes leadership, welding, and language courses
• Uniform Subsidy – For eligible roles

Benefits available to employees working 30+ hours/week. 401(k) available to all employees.

We're an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Millerbernd Manufacturing Company is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas.