Systems Engineering Manager: Automation & Growth

Henry North; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry North in Chicago seeks a System Engineering Manager to translate vision into actionable direction for the Systems and Automation Engineering Team. You will drive policy, employee development, and post-sale execution with a focus on efficiency, quality, and profitability.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in systems engineering and project management, with experience in supplier relations, budgeting, and cross-functional leadership to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery of complex

Qualifications

• 4-year Business or Engineering degree required.
• 7–10 years of management experience in the supply chain or related field.
• Strong communication and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and technical expertise for the Systems Engineering Team.
• Foster a collaborative, value-driven environment.
• Drive continuous improvement and best-practice initiatives.
• Manage Engineering resources to ensure responsive service.
• Demonstrate technical expertise to internal and external customers.
• Ensure processes and procedures support on-time, on-budget delivery of solutions.
• Assist in concepting and designing automated solutions.
• Maintain knowledge of current products and services in the market.
• Provide training and performance feedback for direct reports.
• Develop supplier relationships aligned with company interests.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Intralogistics

Communication

Data analysis

Project deadlines

Education

Bachelors in Business or Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

Factory Design Suite

Job description

Henry North in Chicago seeks a System Engineering Manager to translate vision into actionable direction for the Systems and Automation Engineering Team. You will drive policy, employee development, and post-sale execution with a focus on efficiency, quality, and profitability.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in systems engineering and project management, with experience in supplier relations, budgeting, and cross-functional leadership to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery of complex