Senior EMS Engineering Manager – NPI & Lean Leadership

CareerNerds, LLC; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

CareerNerds, LLC in Albuquerque seeks an accomplished Engineering Manager with 10+ years in electronics manufacturing (EMS) and 5+ years in project management to lead strategic growth in the Southwest Rockies region.

The role focuses on scaling NPI programs, DFx initiatives, and cross-functional leadership within aerospace, military, and industrial customer accounts, aligning plant operations with corporate roadmaps.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) / production environments.
• 5+ years in formal Project Management.
• 3+ years in People Leadership / Management.

Responsibilities

• Shape strategic roadmaps and resource allocations as a core Albuquerque team member.
• Oversee Product, Process, and Test Engineering; manage budgets.
• Direct end-to-end NPI, rapid prototyping, and large-scale product transfers.
• Drive continuous quality improvements and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Advocate for customers and accounts with executive-level liaison.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing

Systems & Compliance

Test & Tech

Business & Strategy

Education

B.S. in Electrical, Mechanical, or related Engineering

Job description

CareerNerds, LLC in Albuquerque seeks an accomplished Engineering Manager with 10+ years in electronics manufacturing (EMS) and 5+ years in project management to lead strategic growth in the Southwest Rockies region.

The role focuses on scaling NPI programs, DFx initiatives, and cross-functional leadership within aerospace, military, and industrial customer accounts, aligning plant operations with corporate roadmaps.