Mechanical & Design Engineering Manager

Torrey Holistics; Hillside (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Engaging Work Environment

Opportunities for Advancement

Tuition Reimbursement

Competitive Pay (weekly pay)

Comprehensive Benefits Package & 401(k

Generous Paid Time Off

Job summary

Dynamic Manufacturing, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical & Design Engineering Manager to lead the Mechanical Engineering and Mechanical Design teams in developing and deploying advanced manufacturing solutions.

You will oversee the design, validation, and continuous improvement of fixtures, gauges, automated tests, and tooling for remanufacturing operations. The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on oversight of mechanical design, robotics, motion control, hydraulics, and manufacturing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 5+ years leading multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• 6-10 years of progressive engineering/management experience in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multidisciplinary engineering team (Mechanical Engineers, Designers, Technicians).
• Establish standards, roadmaps and best practices for mechanical design and automation.
• Direct design of tooling, fixtures, gauges, ergonomic devices, assembly equipment, and automated test systems.
• Lead automation initiatives including robotics, servo motion, hydraulics, pneumatics, and machine safety.
• Manage capital equipment projects from concept through commissioning within scope, schedule, and budget.
• Mentor engineers, conduct performance reviews, hire talent, and build succession plans.

Skills

CAD/3D Design

FEA

PLM

DFM/DFA

Prototype development

Metal selection

Lean manufacturing

Robotics & motion control

Hydraulics & pneumatics

Machine safety

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

FEA software

PLM systems

Job description

Dynamic Manufacturing, Inc. is hiring a Mechanical & Design Engineering Manager to join our growing Team! The Mechanical & Design Engineering Manager provides technical and organizational leadership for Dynamic's Mechanical Engineering and Mechanical Design teams. This role is responsible for managing a multidisciplinary engineering organization focused on the design, development, implementation, validation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing equipment, tooling, fixtures, gauges, automated testing systems, and advanced automation solutions supporting Dynamic's remanufacturing operations. The role is expected to maintain 3D models, 2D drawings, and produce and assemble mechanical fixtures, gauges, mechanical engineering solutions, and technologies aiming to aid manufacturing operators in testing components, sub-assemblies, and assemblies of products. The position combines strategic engineering leadership with hands-on technical oversight across mechanical design, industrial automation, robotics, motion control, hydraulics, pneumatics, machine safety, and manufacturing systems integration. The manager establishes engineering standards, develops technical roadmaps, mentors engineering talent, and partners closely with Controls Engineering, Software Controls, Instrumentation Engineering, Product Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Operations, and external suppliers to deliver innovative, reliable, and cost-effective manufacturing solutions.At Dynamic Manufacturing, we offer:An Engaging Work EnvironmentOpportunities for AdvancementTuition ReimbursementCompetitive Pay** (we pay weekly!)**Comprehensive Benefits Package & 401(k) MatchGenerous Paid Time Off, and more!Engineering & Technical Responsibilities:Lead and develop a multidisciplinary engineering team of Mechanical Engineers, Mechanical Designers, Design Engineers, and Technicians.Establish engineering standards, technical roadmaps, and best practices for mechanical design and automation.Direct design of tooling, fixtures, gauges, ergonomic devices, assembly equipment, and automated test systems.Lead advanced automation initiatives including robotics, servo motion control, hydraulics, pneumatics, and machine safety.Collaborate with Controls, Software Controls, and Instrumentation Engineering to integrate complete manufacturing systems.Evaluate equipment and determine repair, redesign, rebuild, replacement, or automation strategies.Review and approve CAD models, drawings, engineering calculations, FEA, structural analysis, tolerance studies, and prototype validation.Apply DFM, DFA, PLM, material selection, GD&T, and 3D assembly simulation throughout development.Manage capital equipment projects from concept through commissioning while controlling scope, schedule, budget, and technical risk.Support new product launches and manufacturing readiness.Drive Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and root cause problem solving.Mentor engineers, conduct performance reviews, hire talent, and build succession plans.Represent the company with customers, suppliers, and engineering partners.Project & Operational Leadership:Lead multiple concurrent engineering projects from concept through implementation while managing scope, schedule, budget, resources, and technical risk.Coordinate engineering activities across Product Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Maintenance, and external vendors.Support new product launches through equipment development, manufacturing readiness, validation, and process implementation.Manage supplier selection, equipment procurement, technical reviews, factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), installation, and commissioning.Monitor engineering KPIs, project performance, capital expenditures, and resource utilization.Customer & Supplier Interface:Serve as the technical engineering representative during customer meetings, engineering reviews, and technical discussions.Build strong partnerships with equipment suppliers, system integrators, and engineering service providers.Evaluate emerging manufacturing technologies and recommend investments that strengthen Dynamic's engineering capabilities.**Required Skills/Abilities: **Demonstrated success delivering complex automation and manufacturing equipment projects.Advanced knowledge of CAD, 3D Design, Linear FEA, structural analysis, PLM, DFM/DFA, prototype development, and material selection (especially for metals).Strong project management, leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.Project management certifications and/or a proven record of successful delivery of projectsAbility to demonstrate prior success in all project phases such as inception, costing, design, implementation, troubleshooting, and deliveryDemonstrated understanding of electrical, mechanical and software engineering conceptsAbility to make smart decisions independently, with minimal supervision while weighing multiple factors and considering different outcomesWorking knowledge of spreadsheets, and data analysis and presentationEducation and Experience:6-10 years of progressive experience in the field of Engineering and Management of Multidisciplinary Engineering Departments or automotive manufacturingA bachelor’s or master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalentMinimum of 5 years leading multidisciplinary engineering teams.Experience working in the manufacturing and/or automotive industryExperience with lean methodologies such as SMED, Kaizen, 5S, and KanbanStrong experience with industrial robotics, motion control, hydraulics, pneumatics, automated test equipment, tooling, fixtures, and gauges.**Physical Requirements: **Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb stairs, and move throughout manufacturing and warehouse environments.Ability to inspect manufacturing equipment, automation systems, machinery, tooling, fixtures, gauges, and production processes on the plant floor.Must be able to occasionally lift and carry materials, tools, or equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.Ability to use standard office equipment, engineering workstations, and computer-aided design (CAD) software for extended periods.Ability to safely access manufacturing equipment, work around moving machinery, and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, hearing protection, steel-toed footwear, and other required safety equipment.Ability to travel periodically to customer sites, supplier facilities, equipment manufacturers, and other Dynamic locations as business needs require.** WHY CHOOSE DYNAMIC?**Dynamic Manufacturing is a family owned and operated organization formed in 1955 by John Partipilo. Our organization specializes in the manufacture of automotive, off-road, industrial and racing powertrain products. This includes Torque Converters, Transmissions (Automatic, Manual, Hybrid models) and Transfer Case Assemblies.Our organization started with a single retail facility and a dream. Today, we serve the aftermarket and several OE customers. Our operations consist of almost a million square feet of floor space and 1,000+ extremely talented employees encompassing turnkey operations from engineering, total machining operations, through assembly and dynamometer testing.We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.You should be proficient in:Machine Building/AssemblingMechanical Design & EngineeringMechanical TestingPneumatics Troubleshooting