Mechanical & Structural Engineering Manager

Miller Industries – Mechanical & Structural Engineering Manager - Fenton, MichiganPosition SummaryMiller Industries is seeking an experienced Mechanical & Structural Engineering Manager to lead and grow a high-performing team of engineers supporting our mission-critical infrastructure projects. This role is responsible for technical leadership, people development, and execution excellence across a diverse portfolio that includes modular HVAC systems, hydronic plants, E-houses, generator enclosures, and other mission-critical engineered solutions.The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineering leader who can balance strategic oversight with day-to-day problem solving, build strong teams, develop future leaders, and drive flawless execution from concept through commissioning.Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership & People DevelopmentLead, mentor, and develop a team of mechanical and structural engineers, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.Build talent pipelines through hiring, onboarding, coaching, and succession planning.Develop future technical and people leaders within the engineering organization.Promote engineering best practices, design rigor, and a strong safety-first mindset.Technical & Program Leadership Provide engineering direction and oversight for:Modular HVAC systemsHydronic and thermal plant systemsElectrical houses (E-houses)Generator enclosures and outdoor rated enclosuresCustom mission-critical infrastructure solutionsEnsure designs meet performance, reliability, constructability, and lifecycle requirements.Oversee compliance with applicable codes and standards (e.g., UL, ASME, NFPA, IBC), customer requirements, and internal design standards.Support value engineering, cost optimization, and standardization initiatives without compromising quality or safety.Execution & Problem SolvingDrive flawless execution across engineering deliverables, schedules, and budgets.Partner closely with Project Management, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain to ensure seamless execution from design through fabrication and delivery.Lead root cause analysis and corrective action efforts for technical, quality, or execution challenges.Remove roadblocks, escalate risks appropriately, and ensure timely resolution of complex engineering issues.Process & Continuous ImprovementEstablish and improve engineering processes, documentation standards, and design review practices.Champion lessons learned, standard work, and continuous improvement initiatives.Support digital engineering tools, automation, and configuration management systems.QualificationsRequired:Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.10+ years of progressive engineering experience, including people management and technical leadership.Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams.Strong background in mechanical and structural design for industrial, modular, or mission-critical systems.Proven ability to solve complex technical problems and make sound engineering decisions under schedule pressure.Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.PreferredProfessional Engineer (PE) license.Experience with UL-listed / UL-classified systems, including generator enclosures or E-houses.Familiarity with manufacturing-oriented engineering environments and design for fabrication.Experience supporting data centers, energy infrastructure, or other mission-critical applications.