Sustaining Engineering Manager

Ingersoll Rand; Sheboygan (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Ingersoll Rand in Sheboygan, WI is seeking a Sustaining Engineering Manager to lead a team focused on legacy pump products, ensuring production continuity and ongoing quality.

The role includes cross‑functional collaboration across manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and R&D, driving cost reductions, design improvements (I2V), and supplier risk mitigation. A strong engineering leader with 8+ years of experience is needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related engineering discipline is required (Master's degree or MBA preferred).
• 8+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• 3+ years in a technical leadership or management role within pump solutions, fluid handling, or related industries.
• PMP/Six Sigma certifications a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of sustaining engineers to support legacy pump production lines.
• Oversee and prioritize the resolution of complex production and supplier issues to minimize downtime and ensure supply continuity.
• Direct the identification and qualification of alternative components and suppliers to address obsolescence and mitigate supply risks.
• Guide and approve I2V, cost‑reduction, and design simplification projects to improve product performance and reduce costs.
• Ensure all engineering changes and documentation updates comply with regulatory, quality, and company standards.
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective action for recurring or high‑impact production and field issues.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and R&D leadership to align on priorities and resource allocation.
• Monitor and report on KPIs related to sustaining engineering activities, such as uptime, cost savings, and issue resolution.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence within the team.
• Manage team workload, performance, and professional development, including recruiting, training, and performance reviews.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for legacy product support with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Ingersoll Rand is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

Job Title

Sustaining Engineering Manager

Location

Sheboygan, WI

About Us

Imagine a company with technology leadership of over 160 years, yet it operates with the energy of a startup. Ingersoll Rand has dedicated itself to Making Life Better for its employees, customers, shareholders, and planets. We produce innovative and mission-critical flow creation and life science technologies - from compressors to precision handling of liquids, gases, and powers - to increase industrial productivity, efficiency, and sustainability. Supported by over 80+ brands, our products are used in various end markets including life sciences, food and beverage, clean energy, industrial manufacturing, infrastructure, and more. Across the globe, we're driving growth with an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset. Learn more at irco.com and join us to own your future.

Job Overview

The Sustaining Engineering Manager oversees all activities related to legacy product support, including production troubleshooting, supplier obsolescence management, cost‑reduction initiatives, and design improvements (I2V). This role is responsible for setting team priorities, developing engineering talent, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. The manager serves as the primary interface between engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and external partners to drive operational excellence and continuous improvement for legacy products. Lead and manage the Sustaining Engineering team responsible for supporting and improving legacy pump products, ensuring production continuity, supply chain resilience, and ongoing product quality through strategic leadership and cross‑functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of sustaining engineers to support legacy pump production lines.
• Oversee and prioritize the resolution of complex production and supplier issues to minimize downtime and ensure supply continuity.
• Direct the identification and qualification of alternative components and suppliers to address obsolescence and mitigate supply risks.
• Guide and approve I2V (Innovation to Value), cost‑reduction, and design simplification projects to improve product performance and reduce costs.
• Ensure all engineering changes and documentation updates comply with regulatory, quality, and company standards.
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective action for recurring or high‑impact production and field issues.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and R&D leadership to align on priorities and resource allocation.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to sustaining engineering activities, such as uptime, cost savings, and issue resolution.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence within the team.
• Manage team workload, performance, and professional development, including recruiting, training, and performance reviews.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for legacy product support with internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline from an accredited institution (Master's degree or MBA preferred).
• 8+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• 3+ years in a technical leadership or management role within pump solutions, fluid handling, or related industries.

Preferences

• Proactive, self‑organized leader with strong organizational skills, strategic planning experience, and the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
• Strong customer‑facing communicator with excellent verbal and written communication skills, active listening abilities, and the capability to uncover customer needs and articulate value propositions.
• Technical and analytical problem solver with strong engineering principles, mechanical comprehension, and expertise in Fluid Power (Hydraulics, Pneumatics, and Electromechanical Systems).
• Experienced cross‑functional leader skilled at influencing teams, managing stakeholders, and driving business results through collaboration and effective team management.
• Product and project execution expert with experience delivering impactful presentations, optimizing processes, and applying project management methodologies (PMP/Six Sigma certifications a plus).
• Continuous learner and team mentor with experience developing junior engineers, adapting to evolving technologies, and supporting growth in Life Science market applications.

Travel & Work Arrangements/Requirements

• Fully site based in Sheboygan, WI.
• Availability to travel up to 15% of the time (e.g., customer visits, training at our technical centers, trade shows, etc.).

What We Offer

At Ingersoll Rand, we embrace a culture of personal ownership - taking responsibility for our company, our communities, and our environment, as well as our individual health and well‑being. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to empower you with the tools and support necessary to take charge of your health, ensuring that together, we can continue to make life better. Our range of benefits includes health care options like medical and prescription plans, dental and vision coverage, as well as wellness programs. Additionally, we provide life insurance, a robust 401(k) plan, paid time off, and even an employee stock grant, among other offerings. These benefits are our commitment to you, so you can be your best at work and beyond.

Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR), driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset, is dedicated to helping make life better for our employees, customers and communities. Customers lean on us for our technology‑driven excellence in mission‑critical flow creation and industrial solutions across 40+ respected brands where our products and services excel in the most complex and harsh conditions. Our employees develop customers for life through their daily commitment to expertise, productivity and efficiency. For more information, visit www.IRCO.com.