Mgr, Manufacturing Engineering

SPX Technologies; Eden (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Competitive health insurance

401(k) match

Educational assistance

Job summary

SPX Technologies is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to provide strategic and technical leadership for manufacturing engineering activities in Eden, North Carolina. The role involves leading continuous improvement initiatives and supporting new product introduction efforts.

Ideal candidates will have over 8 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree in Engineering. The position offers competitive benefits including health plans and a 401(k) match, with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of manufacturing engineering and/or technical leadership experience.
• Experience with manufacturing processes including assembly and fabrication.
• Experience leading engineering teams within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead and provide strategic direction to the manufacturing engineering team.
• Drive Lean manufacturing initiatives and support expansion of Lean culture.
• Develop and manage engineering capital plans and budgets.
• Support quality systems initiatives including PPAP and APQP.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Lean Manufacturing

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Building the people that build the world.

With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world. Through our Rise talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. We're a global company with problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world.

This is a position with WM Technologies, LLC and affiliate of SPX Enterprises, LLC, which manufactures and sells Weil-McLain branded products. Weil-McLain is a leading North American brand of hydronic comfort heating systems for residential, commercial, and institutional buildings since 1881.

How You Will Make An Impact (Job Summary)

SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. As the Manufacturing Engineering Manager, you will provide strategic and technical leadership for manufacturing engineering activities that improve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost performance. You will lead continuous improvement initiatives, support new product introduction efforts, and help drive operational excellence through Lean manufacturing principles and process innovation.

What You Can Expect In This Role (Job Responsibilities)

Manufacturing Engineering Leadership

• Lead and provide strategic direction to the manufacturing engineering team.
• Support plant objectives related to safety, quality, production, delivery, and cost reduction.
• Participate as a member of the plant leadership team to help determine operational strategy and direction.
• Prioritize engineering projects and routine activities to align with business objectives.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to cross‑functional teams.

Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence

• Drive Lean manufacturing initiatives and support expansion of Lean culture throughout the facility.
• Identify and implement process improvements and new technologies.
• Utilize problem‑solving and root cause analysis tools such as 8D, 5 Why, and statistical analysis.
• Support engineering change management, standard work instructions (SWI), testing, and audit processes.
• Ensure manufacturing processes meet required specifications and efficiency targets.

Capital Planning & New Product Introduction

• Develop and manage engineering capital plans and budgets.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities to ensure manufacturability and process readiness.
• Manage relationships with external technical service providers and contractors as needed.
• Support quality systems initiatives including PPAP, APQP, PFMEA, control plans, and error‑proofing activities.

What we are looking for (Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education)

Required Experience

• 8+ years of manufacturing engineering and/or technical leadership experience.
• Experience with manufacturing processes including assembly, fabrication, powder coat paint, and electrical testing.
• Experience leading engineering teams within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Strong understanding of quality systems including PPAP, APQP, PFMEA, and control plans.
• Experience with engineering change management and process conformance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Knowledge of auditing processes and manufacturing testing systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with urgency and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively with employees at all organizational levels.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required; Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification preferred.

Travel & Working Environment

• Primarily plant/manufacturing environment.
• Occasional travel may be required to support business operations or suppliers (Up to 25%).

How We Live Our Culture

Our culture is at the center of what we do, and more importantly, who we are. Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other. Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads.

What Benefits do we offer?

• Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal time off, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave.
• Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match, with benefits starting day one.
• Competitive and performance‑based compensation packages and bonus plans.
• Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs.

Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion

We value different backgrounds, experiences, and voices, and we are committed to challenging ourselves, openly communicating, and striving to improve every day. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realize their fullest potential.

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.