Manufacturing Engineering Manager

AtmosZero; Loveland (CO); On-site; USD 125,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

AtmosZero in Loveland is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to drive production of innovative thermal systems. In this role, you will lead a team, define manufacturing strategies, and ensure compliance with industry standards while optimizing processes for high-quality production.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and over ten years of experience in manufacturing engineering. Competitive salary of $125,000 - $145,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in manufacturing engineering, preferably in thermal systems or HVAC.
• 3–5+ years leading engineering teams.
• Experience scaling from pilot to full production.

Responsibilities

• Lead and scale a high-performing manufacturing engineering team.
• Define and execute manufacturing strategies aligned to growth.
• Ensure compliance with ASME and HVAC standards.

Skills

DFMA experience for thermal/fluid systems

Leadership in manufacturing engineering

Knowledge of heat transfer and pressure systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related field

Job description

Join us at the forefront of electrified industrial energy. We’re looking for a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to scale production of next-generation commercial and industrial thermal systems, including unfired boilers and steam-generating heat pumps.

In this role, you’ll drive manufacturability, cost, quality, and delivery performance for complex equipment—leading initiatives across DFMA, production ramp, industrial engineering, and supplier integration. You’ll be a key leader shaping how cutting‑edge thermal systems move from design to high‑volume production.

What You'll Do

Lead & Scale Manufacturing

• Build and lead a high-performing manufacturing engineering team
• Define and execute manufacturing strategies aligned to growth and electrification
• Partner cross-functionally with R&D, Product, Supply Chain, and Operations
• Lead DFMA for boilers, steam systems, and heat pumps
• Optimize designs for fabrication, assembly, and serviceability
• Oversee pilot builds, validation, and manufacturing readiness

Enable Production Ramp

• Design efficient layouts and production lines for large-scale equipment
• Implement lean principles (flow, line balancing, cycle time reduction)
• Develop capacity models, labor standards, and capital plans
• Stand up and optimize test systems (pressure, thermal, performance)

Own Supplier Technical Strategy

• Act as the engineering lead for critical suppliers (heat exchangers, coils, pressure vessels, compressors)
• Drive supplier quality and manufacturability (PPAP/APQP, audits, DFMA alignment)
• Resolve technical challenges for build-to-print components

Build World-Class Processes

• Standardize processes (welding, brazing, leak testing, refrigerant handling)
• Lead Lean / Six Sigma improvements across yield, throughput, and cost
• Establish robust documentation, work instructions, and training systems

Ensure Quality, Compliance & Safety

• Maintain compliance with ASME, UL/ETL/CSA, and HVAC standards
• Partner with Quality on root cause and corrective actions
• Champion safe practices for high-pressure, high-temperature, and refrigerant systems

What You Bring

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related engineering field
• 10+ years in manufacturing engineering (thermal systems, HVAC, boilers, or industrial equipment)
• 3–5+ years leading engineering teams

Technical Strengths

• Deep DFMA experience for thermal/fluid systems
• Experience scaling from pilot to full production
• Strong knowledge of heat transfer, pressure systems, and electro-mechanical assembly

Nice to Have

• ASME pressure vessel manufacturing experience
• Background in boilers, steam systems, or industrial heat pumps
• ERP/MRP and manufacturing analytics familiarity

Who You Are

• Hands-on leader with strong technical judgment
• Execution-focused and results-driven
• Collaborative across functions and suppliers
• Skilled at scaling operations in fast-growing environments
• Committed to quality, reliability, and ownership

Why Join Us

• Shape the future of electrified thermal systems
• Work on critical infrastructure driving industrial decarbonization
• Lead manufacturing innovation in a rapidly growing space

The pay range for this role is:

125,000 - 145,000 USD per year (Loveland)