Mechanical Engineering Manager

Chism Automation; Somerset (KY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) 4% match

Health insurance

Life insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO 20 days

Job summary

Chism Automation is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineering Manager to lead our mechanical engineering team in Somerset, KY. You will oversee custom automation projects, balance hands-on design with strategic leadership, and drive continual improvement across the organization.

You will manage staff, mentor engineers, ensure quality and documentation, and maintain strong client communications to deliver high standards on exciting automation projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on mechanical engineering experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• Significant experience in custom automation and machinery design.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with clients and teams.
• Strong work ethic and detail orientation with a continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Manage staff scheduling, task assignments, and PTO approvals.
• Direct onboarding and annual training for engineering staff.
• Lead project management reviews and mentor engineers.
• Review machine work and ensure quality and safety standards.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and clients.
• Develop clear work instructions and documentation.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Project management

Team leadership

Client communication

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and collaborative Mechanical Engineering Manager to lead our mechanical engineering team, oversee custom machinery development, and foster a strong culture of support and continuous improvement. In this role, you will balance team management, hands-on project involvement, quality control, and client communications to ensure successful project execution and high product standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage staff scheduling, task assignments, and PTO approvals.
• Direct onboarding and mandatory annual training programs for engineering staff.
• Cultivate group cohesion, team camaraderie, and a supportive, collaborative work culture.

Project Management & Execution:

• Organize engineering priorities based on collective project schedules.
• Hold weekly project schedule reviews and mentor engineers in project management principles.
• Maintain direct involvement in select projects to keep technical skills sharp.
• Proactively assist staff in resolving technical challenges and ensuring new applications are well documented.

Product Quality & Operations:

• Review machine work and assembly to ensure built machinery meets quality and operational standards ("passes the eye test").
• Conduct or delegate final mechanical approvals for all machinery.
• Ensure strict adherence to engineering controls and programming standards.
• Standardize operations by developing clear work instructions and documentation.

Customer Relations & Communication:

• Communicate effectively between internal teams and external customers.
• Gather customer requirements effectively and delegate appropriate technical support to fulfill client needs.

Qualifications & Requirements

• 5+ years of hands-on mechanical engineering experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• Significant experience in custom automation and machinery design.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills across internal and client interactions.
• Strong work ethic, high detail orientation, and a drive to continuously learn and adapt.
• Competitive salary + straight time
• 401(k) with 4% company match.
• Health, life, dental, and vision insurance options.
• 20 days of paid time off (PTO) per year, plus 8 paid holidays.
• Clean, modern, fully air-conditioned facility working alongside a highly respected, talented team on exciting automation projects.

Learn about Chism Automation at our website, www.chismautomation.com.