Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Power Solutions International; Town of Darien (WI); On-site; USD 145,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401k match

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Power Solutions International in Wisconsin is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead the day‑to‑day manufacturing engineering activities. You will drive safe, efficient, repeatable processes and support new product introduction across the plant.

Reporting to the Director of Manufacturing Engineering, you will optimize layouts, tooling, work instructions, and process controls while partnering with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain to deliver measurable improvements

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of progressive manufacturing engineering experience.
• Experience leading engineers or cross-functional manufacturing projects.
• Experience implementing manufacturing processes, layouts, tooling, and production flow.
• Working knowledge of Lean methods: 5S, Kaizen, standard work, waste reduction.
• Experience with PFMEA, Process Control Plans, and NPI readiness.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Manufacturing Engineering team with clear priorities.
• Translate strategy into executable plans and daily support for operations.
• Improve plant layout, tooling, and work instructions for efficiency.
• Support new product introduction and engineering changes.
• Drive safety, quality, delivery, and cost improvements.

Skills

Manufacturing Eng

Industrial Eng

Mechanical Eng

Lean Manufacturing

Root-Cause Analysis

PFMEA

Process Controls

ERP knowledge

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Tools

Epicor ERP

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: WI Darien - Darien, WI 53114

Job Category: Management

Salary range: $145,000.00 - $155,000.00 / year

Power Solutions International (PSI) is a leader in large gen-set packaging and enclosures. We provide turnkey, custom power packages that integrate alternators, cooling systems, controls, switchgear, cabling, and protection, delivered as containerized, skid, or walk-in solutions. Our team manages the full lifecycle from application engineering and 3D design to structural fabrication, wiring and piping, sound and thermal management, code compliance, factory acceptance testing, and site support. With scalable production capacity and disciplined program management, PSI delivers repeatable quality and reliable performance on complex builds for mission‑critical and industrial applications worldwide.

Reporting to the Director of Manufacturing Engineering, the Manufacturing Engineering Manager leads the day‑to‑day execution of manufacturing engineering activities and manages the assigned manufacturing engineering team. The role is responsible for implementing safe, capable, efficient, and repeatable manufacturing processes; supporting production and new product introduction; improving plant layout, tooling, work instructions, and process controls; and driving measurable improvements in safety, quality, delivery, cost, productivity, and material flow.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead, coach, develop, and manage the assigned Manufacturing Engineering team, establishing clear priorities, accountability, and performance expectations aligned with the Director of Manufacturing Engineering.
• Translate Manufacturing Engineering strategy and priorities into executable plans, projects, standards, and daily support for manufacturing operations.
• Partner closely with Production, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, Safety, Design Engineering, and Continuous Improvement to resolve manufacturing constraints and improve operational performance.
• Design, implement, and continuously improve safe manufacturing processes, production flow, assembly methods, workstations, tooling, fixtures, and equipment.
• Analyze and improve manufacturing cells and plant layouts to optimize the use of space, equipment, material, and labor while supporting lean, agile, and flexible manufacturing processes.
• Support new product introduction and engineering changes by ensuring manufacturing readiness, including process definition, tooling, work instructions, routings, process controls, and production requirements before release to regular production.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing work instructions, standard work, process documentation, and other controls required for consistent execution on the production floor.
• Lead structured root‑cause analysis and corrective actions for manufacturing and process‑related issues, including implementation of error‑proofing and prevention measures.
• Support PFMEA, Process Control Plans, APQP activities, and other quality planning tools as applicable to manufacturing processes.
• Identify, justify, and execute productivity, cost‑reduction, automation, and capital improvement opportunities within approved budgets and priorities.
• Support implementation and sustainment of lean manufacturing practices, including 5S, Kaizen, Kanban, material flow, waste reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure manufacturing processes and equipment comply with applicable safety requirements and partner with Safety to address hazards and implement required controls.
• Support accurate manufacturing data and process configuration within ERP systems, including routings, labor standards, and other manufacturing master data as assigned.
• Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors on tooling, equipment, and manufacturing requirements to ensure specifications, timing, and performance expectations are met.
• Track and communicate project status, manufacturing engineering priorities, risks, actions, and measurable results to the Director of Manufacturing Engineering and Operations leadership.
• All other duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or another applicable engineering field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
• 7-10 years of progressive manufacturing engineering experience, including experience leading engineers, technicians, or cross‑functional manufacturing projects.
• Demonstrated experience implementing and improving manufacturing processes, plant layouts, tooling, fixtures, work instructions, and production flow.
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing methods and tools, including 5S, Kaizen, standard work, problem solving, and waste reduction.
• Demonstrated ability to lead root‑cause analysis and corrective actions for manufacturing and process‑related issues.
• Experience supporting new product introduction, engineering changes, PFMEA, Process Control Plans, and manufacturing readiness.
• ERP/manufacturing systems knowledge; Epicor experience is a plus.
• Strong leadership, communication, project execution, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.

BENEFITS

PSI offers a wide range of benefits from medical, dental, and vision to pet insurance as well as discounted prescription plans. Additionally, we also provide a 401k match, life insurance and AD&D, short- and long‑term disability, and an employee assistance program.

Power Solutions International/3Pi is an EOE disability/vet company offering a drug‑free workplace. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.