Engineering Services & Innovation Lead

University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 58,020 - 96,700; Full time

Job summary

University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks a Technical and Engineering Service Manager to lead new engineering programs, advise manufacturers, and steer technical strategy within NMEP. You’ll manage project teams, collaborate with UNL partners, and drive initiatives from design through implementation.

You will engage executives to justify investments, assess complex problems, and build lasting partnerships with universities and industry to advance manufacturing capabilities in Nebraska.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, or closely related field plus 5 years of hands-on experience in manufacturing or engineering environments.
• Practical expertise in product design, prototyping, 3D Scanning, fabrication, injection molding, tool and die, or related production processes.
• Working experience with SolidWorks or comparable CAD platforms, and other engineering design software.
• Demonstrated experience consulting with or supporting manufacturing businesses.
• Proven ability to lead projects and teams.
• Ability to mentor and develop others.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license with ability to meet University driver eligibility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead new engineering programs and services to support Nebraska industry, with primary responsibility for program design, structure, and implementation.
• Serve as subject matter expert in engineering and manufacturing by advising manufacturing clients, UNL stakeholders, and partners on emerging trends, technologies, and industry best practices to inform decision-making and future planning.
• Lead the development and execution of technical program strategy for NMEP, with decision-making authority over program direction in collaboration with other service areas.
• Lead, direct, coach, and oversee project managers and other staff by delivering leadership and team engagement.
• Engage with business owners, CEOs, and executive leaders to justify client needs and demonstrate the return on investment of improving their businesses.
• Independently assess complex, multi-disciplinary, strategic, managerial, operational, and technical problems and recommend appropriate and effective solutions to achieve desired goals.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, including College of Engineering, IANR, educational institutions, and industry partners to support program development, service delivery, and outreach efforts.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Project management

Driving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, or closely related field

Master’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Business/Technology Management

Tools

SolidWorks

CAD software

3D Scanning

Job description

University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks a Technical and Engineering Service Manager to lead new engineering programs, advise manufacturers, and steer technical strategy within NMEP. You’ll manage project teams, collaborate with UNL partners, and drive initiatives from design through implementation.

You will engage executives to justify investments, assess complex problems, and build lasting partnerships with universities and industry to advance manufacturing capabilities in Nebraska.