Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Modine Manufacturing Company; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Maternity leave

Disability leave

401k with match

Life Insurance

HSA

FSA

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Modine Manufacturing Company in Grand Prairie, TX, is hiring a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead and coordinate manufacturing processes and engineering activities across Sales, Engineering and Operations. The role focuses on developing and improving methods, tools, and processes to achieve efficiency and quality goals.

You will oversee safety and environmental programs, manage budgets, mentor staff, and drive cross‑functional collaboration to deliver high‑quality products on time and

Qualifications

• BS in Industrial/Mechanical Engineering.
• 5+ years manufacturing engineering management experience.
• 5+ years in manufacturing engineering.
• 3+ years in a quality-system manufacturing environment.
• ERP and CAD/CAM proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Develop annual manufacturing engineering business goals with Leadership Team.
• Manage manufacturing engineering budget to maximize efficiency and minimize cost.
• Develop standard work processes for labor estimation.
• Coordinate with Sales, Engineering, and Operations on process improvements.
• Lead safety and environmental policy implementation and compliance.
• Mentor staff and maintain appropriate staffing levels in the department.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Safety management

Cross-functional collaboration

Process improvement

Education

B.S. in Industrial or Mechanical Eng.

5+ years manufacturing engineering management experience

5+ years manufacturing engineering experience

3+ years in a quality-system manufacturing environment

ERP & CAD/CAM proficiency

Tools

ERP software

CAD/CAM software

Job description

Perfectly situated in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, Grand Prairie boasts a dynamic blend of industrial strength and exceptional recreational opportunities. From the beautiful shores of Joe Pool Lake to a rich heritage in manufacturing and aviation, Grand Prairie is a vibrant city built on a foundation of hard work, innovation, and community pride. At Modine, we're proud to contribute to that spirit by developing thermal management solutions that help create a cleaner, healthier world. Backed by more than 100 years of engineering expertise and a global team of over 11,000 employees, we continue to deliver technologies that improve air quality, reduce emissions, and increase energy efficiency for customers around the world.

For more information about Modine, visit modine.com.

Position Description

Manage and coordinate manufacturing processes and manufacturing engineering activities. Confer and collaborate with Sales, Engineering, and Operations Teams. Develop and continuously improve manufacturing methods, tools and processes.

Key Responsibilities

Managerial:

• Work with Leadership Team to develop annual manufacturing engineering business goals.
• Manage the manufacturing engineering budget within targets identified with the objective of maximizing efficiencies at minimal cost.
• Prepare routine updates of goals and objectives.
• Manage performance of the department against approved objectives.
• Develop standard work processes that provide the basis for labor estimation.
• Prepare recommendations or purchase requisitions on major decisions such as new equipment, changes in technology used, process innovations or modifications, department staffing levels, etc.
• Conduct meetings and provide communications to keep staff properly informed and coordinated about company and department plans, operations, and changes.
• Assure effective coordination of people and information flow with other departments in the company and people/organizations outside the company with whom there is a need to do so.

Additional Key Responsibilities

Safety:.

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve the company's safety and environmental policies and programs.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, state, and local environmental and safety regulations.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventative actions to eliminate hazards.
• Oversee environmental reporting, permitting, and waste management programs.
• Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments; prepare detailed reports for leadership.

Supervisory:

• Hold staff accountable to systems and procedures.
• Manage the work performance of direct reports through communicating performance expectations, providing performance feedback and reviews, and coaching to help improve performance.
• Provide work related counseling and direction for assigned personnel and help mentor successors.
• Mentor and develop technical expertise within the department and influence its development in other areas of the company.
• Ensure that direct reports follow Safety Program principles and requirements.
• Ensure that the Manufacturing Engineering functions maintain appropriate staffing levels.

Required Education & Qualifications

• B.S. Degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering or other related field.
• 5 or more years of management experience overseeing at least one department of manufacturing engineering management, managing budgets, and working with other managers in a manufacturing operation to deliver a quality product on time profitably is strongly desired.
• 5 or more years experience in Manufacturing Engineering in related field.
• 3 or more years of experience in a manufacturing industry that utilizes a quality system.
• Solid understanding of ERP and CAD/CAM software systems.

Why Choose Modine?

Health & Well-being:

• Day One
  • Competitive health, dental & vision insurance coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program
• After 90 days of continuous employment
  • Maternity Leave (12 weeks at 100% pay)
  • 8 weeks of short term disability leave paid at 100%
  • 4 weeks of paid parental leave paid at 100%
  • Paternity Leave (4 weeks at 100% pay)

Financial Benefits:

• 401k Retirement plan and company paid match
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Short Term Disability (company paid)
• Long Term Disability

Work-Life Balance:

• Competitive time-off policies
• Tuition Reimbursement

Modine is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Modine provides a competitive benefit package, which could include paid vacation, short term disability, 401(k), health, dental, vision, life insurance, flex spending benefits, tuition reimbursement, Health Savings Account and much more. Human Resources will provide more detail upon your hiring.

The salary range for this position is estimated in good faith to be [minimum amount - maximum amount]. The specific offer will depend on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and other job-related considerations but will be within the stated range.Where required by applicable law, a general description of benefits and other compensation offered for this role is also provided or made available.

This position is not eligible for any form of sponsorship (e.g. OPT or H1B visa status) now or in the future. Only individuals authorized to work in the United States now and for the foreseeable future will be considered for this position.