Senior Engineering Manager, Custom Automation & Machinery

RCM Technologies, Inc.; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

RCM Technologies, Inc. in Western Massachusetts seeks an experienced Engineering Manager to lead the design and development of custom automated machinery and manufacturing systems.

This hands-on leadership role blends technical execution with strategic oversight across projects to ensure quality and timely delivery. The ideal candidate has a strong mechanical background, 5+ years in machine design or automation, and proven leadership.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in machine design or automation; 10+ years preferred.
• Previous engineering leadership overseeing project execution.
• Advanced SolidWorks proficiency for complex assemblies.
• Experience interfacing with customers to define requirements.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the engineering department.
• Design and develop custom automation systems from concept to installation.
• Create 3D models and drawings in SolidWorks.
• Collaborate with customers to translate processes into designs.
• Support quotes by estimating technical requirements.
• Coordinate with manufacturing, controls, vendors, and customers.

Skills

Project management

Machine design

Automation experience

Lead teams

Customer interaction

Problem solving

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

RCM Technologies, Inc. in Western Massachusetts seeks an experienced Engineering Manager to lead the design and development of custom automated machinery and manufacturing systems.

This hands-on leadership role blends technical execution with strategic oversight across projects to ensure quality and timely delivery. The ideal candidate has a strong mechanical background, 5+ years in machine design or automation, and proven leadership.