Manager, Mechanical Engineering
Leads a mechanical engineering team delivering production-ready models and drawings for modular buildings and power distribution equipment. The role combines people management, advanced SolidWorks design, deliverable review, engineering change management, regulatory compliance, and manufacturing handoff.
About the job
Responsibilities
- Directly manage a team of mechanical design engineers through 1-on-1s, performance reviews, growth conversations, technical guidance, mentorship, and professional development.
- Own the mechanical engineering work queue and assign projects based on expertise, availability, and production priorities.
- Surface schedule risks proactively.
- Execute advanced individual-contributor mechanical design work, including complex 3D modeling.
- Review mechanical deliverables such as specification sheets, bills of materials (BOMs), structural and thermal analyses, and detailed assembly instructions.
- Lead and manage Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) for product release and lifecycle management.
- Ensure designs comply with regulatory requirements, commercial codes, and engineering standards, including UL, IEC, IBC, and ISO.
- Maintain PDM, PLM, and ERP data integrity.
- Partner with Manufacturing Engineering and the shop floor to resolve design questions.
- Lead Design for Manufacturability and Assembly (DFMA/DFx) reviews and cost-reduction strategies.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- 7+ years of hands-on mechanical design experience.
- 1–2 years of experience in a supervisory or management role leading engineering teams.
- Expert proficiency with SolidWorks and SolidWorks PDM.
- Deep knowledge of metals, fabrication materials, and manufacturing methods.
- Proven ability to solve complex engineering problems using first-principles design and analysis.
- Proficiency with building codes, energy codes, and UL listings applicable to engineered infrastructure.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to lift or move up to 50 lbs and meet physical operational demands on site.
- Ability to participate in a required drug and alcohol program for a safety-sensitive position and facility.
Nice-to-haves
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related postgraduate discipline.
- Experience as a SolidWorks PDM Vault Administrator.
- Experience with advanced simulation and analysis software, such as FEA or FDM.
- Lean or continuous improvement experience applied to engineering design workflows.
Compensation and Benefits
- Compensation of $160,000–$180,000 plus bonus.
- Restricted Stock Units included in all offers.
- Paid time off, paid holidays, and leave of absence programs.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Employer HSA contributions.
- Paid parental leave.
- Paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
- Professional development and tuition reimbursement.
- Mental health and wellness support.
- Commuter benefits, including parking and transit.
- Cell phone stipend.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match up to 4% of salary.
- Volunteer time off.
- Global travel insurance and emergency assistance.
- Daily meal allowance.
- Additional location-specific perks and programs.
Skills
Solidworks, Solidworks Pdm, Mechanical Design, 3D Modeling, Bills Of Materials, Structural Analysis, Thermal Analysis, Engineering Change Orders, Pdm, Plm, ERP, Dfma, Manufacturing Engineering, Ul Standards, Iec Standards
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