Manufacturing Engineering Manager – Production (3D & Programming)

RTT Engineered Solutions; Rockwall (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

RTT Engineered Solutions is looking for a Manufacturing Engineering Manager in Rockwall, TX. This position involves ownership of production engineering systems, supporting custom metal manufacturing operations through precise 3D modeling and labor standards.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience, ERP knowledge—preferably Epicor—and strong skills in metal fabrication processes. The role includes leading teams, ensuring data accuracy, and refining manufacturing methods.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in a custom or build-to-order environment.
• Proven leadership experience managing engineers, drafters, or programmers.
• Strong understanding of metal fabrication processes, including welding and forming.

Responsibilities

• Own all production engineering data within Epicor.
• Define weld assumptions and material utilization logic.
• Manage outsourced engineering relationships and ensure standards are met.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering experience

Leadership experience

Metal fabrication processes knowledge

ERP experience (Epicor preferred)

SolidWorks proficiency

Analytical problem-solving skills

Education

Professional Engineer (PE) license in Structural or Civil Engineering

Tools

Epicor ERP

SolidWorks

Job description

Position: Manufacturing Engineering Manager – Production (3D & Programming)

Location: Rockwall, TX

Job Id: 180

# of Openings: 1

Summary

The Manufacturing Engineering Manager – Production owns all production‑facing engineering systems, standards, and data supporting RTT’s custom metal manufacturing operations. This role translates approved designs into accurate 3D models, manufacturing methods, routings, labor standards, and CNC programs within Epicor ERP. The position ensures engineering data enables accurate costing, scheduling, and scalable production while partnering closely with Operations and the Plant Superintendent.

Key Responsibilities

Manufacturing Engineering & ERP Ownership

• Own all production engineering data within Epicor, including Routings, Bills of Materials, Labor standards, and overhead drivers.
• Define weld assumptions, material utilization logic, and process constraints required for accurate costing and capacity planning.
• Establish engineering change control processes impacting production methods, cost, or throughput.
• Lead manufacturing engineering participation in the Epicor implementation, stabilization, and ongoing governance.
• Manage outsourced engineering relationships, and ensure output meets design and manufacturing standards.
• Lead internal 3D drafting resources and outsourced CAD partners.
• Establish and maintain 3D modeling standards aligned with manufacturing methods, ERP structures, and programming requirements.
• Ensure released 3D models, BOMs, and routings remain synchronized and revision‑controlled.
• Oversee SolidWorks, PDM/Vault standards, access policies, and release discipline.

Programming & Manufacturing Methods

• Lead Programming team resources.
• Partner with the Plant Superintendent to refine manufacturability, tooling assumptions, and process capability.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives tied to throughput, repeatability, and waste reduction.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in a custom or build‑to‑order environment.
• Proven leadership experience managing engineers, drafters, or programmers.
• Strong understanding of metal fabrication processes, including welding and forming.
• ERP experience required; Epicor experience strongly preferred.
• SolidWorks proficiency and experience with PDM/Vault systems.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with a structural focus is a plus.