Engineering Manager
Title: Engineering ManagerLocation: Chicago ILStarting Pay: Up to 140k depending on experienceBonus: 20% annual bonus (Paid in full the last 3 years)Excellent Benefits: Health, dental, vision, 401k match, etc.Onsite position: After 3-6 months will have ability to work from home 1 dayDirect HireJob Summary:The Engineering Manager will lead a team of around 10-20 design engineers who will be working to expand and develop cost effective design solutions for standard and custom applications. Will work closely with members of the sales team to create unique design solutions for the client. The design then needs to be detailed and adapted to suit the comprehensive in-house and sourced manufacturing processes. The Engineering Manager will provide detailed CAD data to allow the manufacturing group to produce the items within their capabilities and the customer’s timeline and costs. The Engineering Manager will also be responsible for carrying out the duties of the Engineering department, including design, research, prototyping, engineering documentation, estimating and process improvementKey Responsibilities:Lead a team of 10-20 engineers, drafters, and designers who will be -Produce fixture design & drawings as required for internal & customer reviewIncorporate engineered, efficient, best practice methods in the design/detail of drawingsManage your custom projects to assure on-time completionFind, source, develop information and details for efficient production resulting in excellent quality for product developmentCreate assembly & installation drawings for production and clientInteract regularly with production/manufacturing to assure design/production flowCreate Bills of Materials for all manufactured wood/metal productsMaintain/update all revisions to B.O.M.sPrioritize cost savings throughout all processes, offering value engineered solutionsIntimately involved in the assembly of prototypesFollow any other instructions and perform any other duties as requested by managerRequired Technical SkillsDegree preferred3+ years experience as an Manager in a wood or metal manufacturing environment, store fixture industry preferredKnowledge of multi-materials including wood, metal, plastics, glass, etc.Basic understanding of manufacturing techniques in the wood and/or metal industries:Cabinetry, wood materials and joining techniques, laminating processes, and cabinet hardware Sheet metal, metal fabrication, metal and aluminum machining, aluminum die casting and extruding a plusProficiency working with 3D solid modeling is required, preferably Autodesk InventorExposure to other Autodesk software including AutoCAD and Vault or equivalentWorking understanding of ERP softwareAbility to express oneself professionally utilizing both verbal and written communicationsAbility to problem-solve quickly and effectivelyAbility to produce under pressure of timelines and customer demandsAbility to prioritize and work independently to work on multiple small projects simultaneously ensuring all key dates are met while maintaining the highest level of quality