Sustaining Engineering Manager

AMETEK, Inc.; Rosemead (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK Hermetic Seal, a unit of AMETEK, Inc., is seeking a results-driven Sustaining Engineering Manager to lead the Sustaining Engineering function and help drive safety, quality, delivery and cost improvements on the Rosemead site.

The role partners with Operations, Quality, Sales and Supply Chain, uses Six Sigma and DMAIC, and requires strong leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to apply data analytics and AI tools to improve productivity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Materials, Electrical, Industrial, or related field).
• 3+ years of engineering leadership or management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of glass-to-metal sealing processes, precision machining and manufacturing operations, and production flow/industrial engineering principles.
• Proven track record of delivering complex engineering projects on time and within budget.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving methodologies (certification preferred).
• Proficiency in CAD and SolidWorks.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive organizational alignment.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Sustaining Engineering team, establishing clear expectations, accountability, and a high-performance culture.
• Drive execution of engineering projects and initiatives, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and in alignment with business objectives.
• Champion operational excellence through Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VAVE), cost reduction, and process optimization efforts.
• Implement and sustain continuous improvement methodologies (Six Sigma, DMAIC) to improve quality, efficiency, and throughput.
• Develop, standardize, and optimize manufacturing processes for hermetically sealed packages, connectors, and assemblies.
• Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, Sales, and Supply Chain to meet customer requirements and business goals.
• Serve as a primary technical interface with customers, supporting issue resolution, product improvements, and new opportunities.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action efforts for complex engineering and production challenges.
• Ensure effective engineering systems, documentation, and governance are in place to support scalable operations.
• Support capital planning and execution, including equipment selection, justification, and implementation.
• Utilize data and analytics to drive informed decision-making and continuous process improvement.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-making, work quality, and to reduce costs. The successful candidate must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven decision making

Lean manufacturing understanding

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Lean Six Sigma certification

Tools

CAD

SolidWorks

Job description

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Job Title: Sustaining Engineering Manager

Location: Rosemead, CA, US, 91770

Business Unit: Engineered Interconnects & Packaging

Posting Date: Jul 3, 2026

Job Description: AMETEK Hermetic Seal is seeking a results-driven Engineering Manager to lead our Sustaining Engineering function and play a key role on the site leadership team. This position is responsible for driving engineering excellence, supporting operational performance, and ensuring alignment between customer requirements and manufacturing capability. Reporting directly to the DVP, Business Manager – Interconnect, this leader will champion continuous improvement, develop high-performing teams, and deliver measurable results in safety, quality, delivery, and cost.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop the Sustaining Engineering team, establishing clear expectations, accountability, and a high-performance culture.
• Drive execution of engineering projects and initiatives, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and in alignment with business objectives.
• Champion operational excellence through Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VAVE), cost reduction, and process optimization efforts.
• Implement and sustain continuous improvement methodologies (Six Sigma, DMAIC) to improve quality, efficiency, and throughput.
• Develop, standardize, and optimize manufacturing processes for hermetically sealed packages, connectors, and assemblies.
• Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, Sales, and Supply Chain to meet customer requirements and business goals.
• Serve as a primary technical interface with customers, supporting issue resolution, product improvements, and new opportunities.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action efforts for complex engineering and production challenges.
• Ensure effective engineering systems, documentation, and governance are in place to support scalable operations.
• Support capital planning and execution, including equipment selection, justification, and implementation.
• Utilize data and analytics to drive informed decision-making and continuous process improvement.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-making, work quality, and to reduce costs. The successful candidate must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs.

Personal Qualities and Attributes:

• Leads by example, drives ownership, and builds trust across teams.
• Naturally seeks opportunities to improve processes, reduce waste, and drive efficiency.
• Understands and anticipates customer needs, ensuring engineering solutions align with expectations.
• Strong problem solver who leverages data to make decisions and drive results. Works effectively across functions, influencing without authority when needed.
• Focused on delivering measurable outcomes in cost, quality, and delivery.
• Thrives in a dynamic manufacturing environment with changing priorities.
• Clearly articulates technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Materials, Electrical, Industrial, or related field).
• 3+ years of engineering leadership or management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of glass-to-metal sealing processes, precision machining and manufacturing operations, and production flow/industrial engineering principles.
• Proven track record of delivering complex engineering projects on time and within budget.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving methodologies (certification preferred).
• Proficiency in CAD and SolidWorks.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive organizational alignment.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Compensation

Employee Type: Salaried

Currency: USD

Salary Minimum: 130,000

Salary Maximum: 180,000

Incentive: No

Disclaimer:Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

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AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000colleagues, in 35countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK isacomponent of the S&P 500. Visithttps://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.

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