Engineering Program Manager

MMI Engineered Solutions, Inc.; Saline (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Disability insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Referral bonus

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

MMI Engineered Solutions, Inc. seeks an Engineering Program Manager to coordinate new product development, APQP, customer launches, and strategic engineering initiatives.

You will work with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Purchasing, suppliers, and customers to drive projects, manage priorities, and ensure deliverables meet schedule. The role requires collaboration across functions, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple programs in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience supporting new product development, APQP, product launches, or automotive/manufacturing programs preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with internal teams, suppliers, and customers.
• Ability to manage multiple programs, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Sunset or similar manufacturing/quoting software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and track outsourcing activities related to tooling, fixtures, quality gauges, and manufacturing engineering.
• Create, submit, and track Engineering purchase orders and project-related orders.
• Develop and maintain Engineering procedures, work instructions, APQP processes, and supporting documentation.
• Manage order entry for new projects, including sample orders, shop orders, and outsourcing purchase orders.
• Develop, track, manage, and communicate Engineering department metrics.
• Support quoting activities by reviewing quote packages for accuracy and completeness, obtaining supplier quotes, building quote lines in Sunset, and supporting on-time quote completion.
• Manage sample submission activities with Application Engineers and customers.
• Manage Engineering tool inventory, including location identification, tracking, and disposition when necessary.
• Support special projects and strategic Engineering initiatives.
• Support cost-reduction projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide guidance and recommendations on Engineering program activities and requirements.

Skills

Project coordination

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Sunset

ERP systems

Microsoft Office/Project

Job description

*This role is 100% onsite, no possibility for hybrid or remote work*

At MMI Engineered Solutions, we are committed to delivering quality products, on time, at a competitive price. As a leading provider of engineered plastics and composite solutions, our team works together to solve complex manufacturing challenges and deliver exceptional results for our customers

We are seeking an Engineering Program Manager to join our Engineering team and play a key role in coordinating new product development, APQP, customer launches, and strategic engineering initiatives. This position will work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Purchasing, suppliers, and customers to drive projects forward, manage priorities, and ensure key deliverables are completed accurately and on schedule.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and track outsourcing activities related to tooling, fixtures, quality gauges, and manufacturing engineering.
• Create, submit, and track Engineering purchase orders and project-related orders.
• Develop and maintain Engineering procedures, work instructions, APQP processes, and supporting documentation.
• Manage order entry for new projects, including sample orders, shop orders, and outsourcing purchase orders.
• Develop, track, manage, and communicate Engineering department metrics.
• Support quoting activities by reviewing quote packages for accuracy and completeness, obtaining supplier quotes, building quote lines in Sunset, and supporting on-time quote completion.
• Manage sample submission activities with Application Engineers and customers.
• Manage Engineering tool inventory, including location identification, tracking, and disposition when necessary.
• Support special projects and strategic Engineering initiatives.
• Support cost-reduction projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide guidance and recommendations on Engineering program activities and requirements.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of Experience supporting new product development, APQP, product launches, or automotive/manufacturing programs preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with internal teams, suppliers, and customers.
• Ability to manage multiple programs, priorities, and deadline in a fast-paved manufacturing environment.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills with the ability to identify issues and drive them toward resolution.
• Strong computer and systems skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office/Project and experience working with ERP, quoting, and other project management systems.
• Experience with Sunset or similar manufacturing/quoting software preferred.

Work Environment and Expectations:

• 100% onsite position in Saline, Michigan.
• Office environment with occasional time spent on the warehouse and manufacturing floor - adhering to all company safety policies and use of PPE while on production floor
• Occasional extended hours or additional support may be required based on project and customer needs.

Why Work at MMI?

• A rich Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Long and Short-Term Disability (Company Paid), a robust Wellness Program, tuition reimbursement, and a 401(k) Retirement Plan with matching.
• Paid Time Off
• Up to Ten (10) paid holidays (including one Diversity Holiday and Wellness Day)
• Perfect Attendance and Employee Referral Bonus opportunities (up to $200 per referral)
• Opportunities for growth and job training, for energetic, career-minded individuals.
• Located in Saline, MI just minutes from Planet Fitness, Emagine Saline, Briarwood Mall and hundreds of local businesses!

MMI is a plastic injection molding and engineering solutions provider headquartered in Saline, Michigan, with offices in Troy, Warren, and Monterrey, Mexico. We specialize in delivering engineering solutions for advanced composites and engineered resins across diverse industries.

Our mission is simple: Deliver a Quality Product, On Time, at a Competitive Price.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive, welcoming workplace where innovation thrives and collaboration is at the heart of everything we do.

MMI Engineered Solutions is an equal opportunity employer

All MMI Engineered Solutions employees complete a pre-employment background check and drug screen. MMI Engineered Solutions is an alcohol and drug free workplace.