Manufacturing Engineering Leader – Process & Automation

Daicel Safety Systems America, LLC; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Daicel Safety Systems America, LLC is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager in Mesa, AZ to lead the Manufacturing Engineering team, drive product launches, and manage capital equipment planning. The role emphasizes coordination across engineering functions and site improvements.

The ideal candidate will have a technical degree, 5+ years in engineering supervision, and strong communication skills to interface with customers and internal teams. This position is on-site in Mesa.

Qualifications

• BS in technical discipline required; MS preferred.
• Minimum 5 years engineering supervisor or management experience.
• Experience with automated assembly equipment and maintenance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to present to customers.
• Proficient in spreadsheets and word processing software.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct Manufacturing Engineering functions including machine and process engineering.
• Coordinate new product launches and capital equipment planning.
• Develop PFMEA/SFMEA and containment actions.
• Lead engineers and coordinate cross-site improvements.
• Develop site facility plans and budgets.
• Support safety, quality, and productivity objectives.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Leadership / management

Cross-functional collaboration

Excel/Office suite

Education

BS in technical discipline

MS preferred

Automotive initiator manufacturing experience

Tools

Automated assembly equipment

Job description

Daicel Safety Systems America, LLC is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager in Mesa, AZ to lead the Manufacturing Engineering team, drive product launches, and manage capital equipment planning. The role emphasizes coordination across engineering functions and site improvements.

The ideal candidate will have a technical degree, 5+ years in engineering supervision, and strong communication skills to interface with customers and internal teams. This position is on-site in Mesa.