Mechanical Engineering Manager

ZipRecruiter; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Manager to lead innovative product development projects in Wichita. This role offers the opportunity to manage a talented team while ensuring the successful completion of projects that impact general, commercial, and defense aviation sectors. With a commitment to employee satisfaction and work/life balance, this company fosters a culture of excellence and longevity, making it a fantastic place to grow your career. If you have a strong background in mechanical engineering and project management, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Great work/life balance

Employee-centric culture

Long average tenure

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in electromechanical product development.
• 5+ years of supervisory experience in engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage new product development projects.
• Optimize mechanical designs for cost and simplicity.

Skills

Program Management

Mechanical Design Optimization

Supervisory Skills

Schematic Capture

PCB Layout Software

Simulation Tools

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PCB Layout Software

Simulation Tools

Job description

Job Description

Our client has been voted one of the Best Places to Work. They offer a great work/life balance, an employee-centric culture with an average tenure of 12 years in their workforce. They produce products for general, commercial and business aviation as well as defense and special missions.

Currently searching for a Mechanical Engineering Manager for their site in Wichita, KS.

As an Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for the planning, leading, and successful completion of new product development projects.

THIS POSITION MAY BE FOR YOU IF…

• You have a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.
• You have a minimum of 10 years of experience designing and/or managing the development of electromechanical products.
• You have a minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience.
• You have strong program/project management skills.
• You are proficient in optimizing mechanical design for cost, assembly, and simplicity.
• You are proficient in schematic capture, PCB layout software, and simulation tools.