Mechanical Engineering Manager

Crown Technical Systems; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Crown Technical Systems is a leader in power distribution and protection systems and is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Manager in Dallas. The role provides technical and project leadership, directing the mechanical engineering team to deliver robust, manufacturable designs on time and within budget.

The candidate will manage staffing, schedules, and performance, while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements across modular enclosures and switchgear projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering is required.
• Minimum 10 years of mechanical design experience.
• Minimum 5 years managerial experience or proven leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee mechanical engineering department leadership and direction.
• Coordinate design inputs, descriptions and specifications across projects.
• Ensure safety, quality, and cost targets are met on programs.

Skills

Mechanical design

3D CAD

SolidWorks

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's Degree preferred

Tools

SolidWorks

Microsoft Project

Job description

Crown Technical Systems, a Flex Company, is a leader in power distribution and protection systems concentrating on sophisticated, state-of-the-art relay and control panels, medium voltage switchgear, and enclosures (power/control buildings/ E-Houses). We specialize in customized, turn-key solutions that ensure safe, secure, and reliable power distribution. Working at Crown Technical Systems offers a dynamic and rewarding career path for individuals seeking to power the world. Through hands-on training, mentorship, and a culture of internal promotion, we empower you to reach your full potential and contribute to projects that truly matter.

Flex intends to spin off its Cloud and Power Infrastructure segment into a new, independent publicly traded company, Axiom, with the spin planned for Q1 2027. If the intended spin occurs, this role will support Axiom, a company focused on critical digital infrastructure and delivering end-to-end power and thermal management solutions for AI data centers and other mission-critical applications.

Job Summary

The Mechanical Engineering Manager is responsible for providing leadership and direction for the mechanical engineering department. This position provides technical and project leadership using hands-on approaches while exercising tactical flexibility while focused on the strategic goals.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Hires and trains the mechanical engineering staff.


• Oversees the daily workflow and schedules of the department.


• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.


• Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Actively oversees the implementation of company’s safety, quality, and cultural guidelines.


• Manage technical communications with the customers, clearly presents CTS designs and follows-up with customer’s feedback.


• Assigns Mechanical Engineering personnel to projects and tasks, as required, manages team’s performance, and proactively assists his/her direct reports to meet project goals and schedules.


• Provides estimates of labor and period of performance for Mechanical Engineering efforts in support of proposals.


• Provides robust design with reliability and manufacturability, and meets cost & schedule


• Actively coordinate the definition of design inputs, the creation of the design descriptions and specifications.


• Leads by example in implementing current designing tools, practices, processes, and regulatory requirements.


• Verifies designs, trouble-shoots, conducts, documents and/or oversees any resultant processes of corrective actions.


• Directly serve, as appropriate, as Project Engineer on certain projects.


• Performs other related duties, as assigned

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Highly experienced in traditional mechanical design, simulations, design for manufacturing and assembly for mechanical systems such as enclosures for buildings’ equipment or switchgears.


• Proven records of personal and technical leadership.


• Required competence in 3D solid modelling, proficiency with the latest mechanical CAD tools ("e.g., SolidWorks") and the simulation tools required.


• Experience in structural design and analysis, familiarity with structural FEA


• Familiarity with building codes, ASME, ANSI


• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and ability to work well with assemblers and other manufacturing personnel.


• Excellent problem-solving skills, critical thinking skills, troubleshooting skills, and strong written and verbal communication skills.


• Proficient with MS Office programs, including Microsoft Projects.


• Must have excellent organization, supervisory, managerial and leadership skills to manage a team of engineers and technical staff.


• Familiarity with ISO policies and safety regulations


• Excellent budgeting and cost containment skills.


• Ability to gather, analyze and summarize data in order to draw rational, fact-based conclusions

Experience/Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering; Master’s Degree preferred.


• Minimum 10 years’ experience in Mechanical Design


• Minimum 5 years’ Managerial experience and/or proven leadership skills


• Knowledge of coding and standards associated with the Electrical Industry


• Professional Engineer certification is a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.


• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Crown Technical Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email [e-mail] and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Crown Technical Systems, you must complete the application process first).