Lead Mechanical Design & Engineering Manager

Mm-Solutions; Loveland (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Mm-Solutions in Loveland, Colorado seeks a Mechanical Engineering and Design Manager to lead a team of five mechanical engineers and two designers who develop custom packaging and transportation solutions, primarily for the aerospace, defense, and medical industries.

This hands‑on role guides the design process, develops the team, and works closely with Sales, Operations, and Production to move projects from customer requirements through manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 2–3 years of engineering leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience coaching technical team members, setting priorities, and monitoring project performance.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks and CAD‑based design processes.
• Knowledge of design for manufacturability, engineering drawings, bills of materials, and assembly documentation.
• Working knowledge of GD&T, machining, fabrication, and common manufacturing processes.
• Ability to balance technical requirements, manufacturability, schedule, quality, and cost.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and adjust priorities as business needs change.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to collaborate with customers and cross‑functional teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of five mechanical engineers and two designers.
• Establish project priorities, assign work, monitor progress, and help the team meet customer and production commitments.
• Conduct regular one‑on‑one meetings, provide performance feedback, and complete annual performance reviews.
• Provide technical guidance as the team develops custom packaging and transportation solutions.
• Review customer requirements, design concepts, engineering drawings, and production documentation.
• Help resolve technical challenges involving design, materials, manufacturability, cost, and schedule.
• Perform mechanical engineering and design work as needed based on project demands and team capacity.
• Coordinate with Sales, Operations, and Production to move projects efficiently from concept through manufacturing.
• Provide engineering input for project estimates and customer discussions when technical expertise is needed.
• Identify practical improvements to engineering processes, tools, and workflows.

Skills

SolidWorks

CAD-based design

GD&T

MS Office

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD Mechanical

Job description

Mm-Solutions in Loveland, Colorado seeks a Mechanical Engineering and Design Manager to lead a team of five mechanical engineers and two designers who develop custom packaging and transportation solutions, primarily for the aerospace, defense, and medical industries.

This hands‑on role guides the design process, develops the team, and works closely with Sales, Operations, and Production to move projects from customer requirements through manufacturing.