Engineering Manager

Job Title: Engineering Manager

Location: On Site - Roscoe, Illinois, United States

Salary: $125,000-$175,000

Skills: Mechanical Engineering, Project management, CAD, Precision Machining, Metallurgy

About the Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing Company / The Opportunity:

Join a dynamic leader in the aviation and aerospace component manufacturing sector, where technical innovation and precision drive mission-critical products for a discerning global customer base. This is an opportunity to lead and mentor a talented team of engineers dedicated to delivering high-quality components that power the world's most advanced aircraft and aerospace systems. As Engineering Manager, you will champion engineering excellence in a hands-on environment and play a vital role in shaping the organization's continued growth and technical distinction.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee department engineering staff, including supervision of engineers, technicians, and designers.
• Oversee all engineering and related projects, ensuring compliance with industry and customer requirements.
• Establish and enforce department standards, procedures, and strategic directives.
• Provide technical support and direction to manufacturing, troubleshooting issues and resolving technical challenges.
• Direct, coordinate, and monitor day-to-day operations, production times, staffing, and process improvements.
• Develop and review project proposals, status reports, and present technical recommendations to senior leadership.
• Collaborate with quoting, estimating, and marketing departments to support business operations and customer satisfaction.
• Identify and develop relationships with qualified vendors and external partners; negotiate key contracts and terms of agreement.

Must-Have Skills:

• Proven ability to lead and manage engineering teams and multiple concurrent projects.
• Hands-on experience in engineering project management within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with CAD software and 3-D modeling for component design and production support.
• Solid background in precision machining, including knowledge of metallurgy and heat treatment processes.
• Excellent problem-solving, interpersonal, and communication skills at all organizational levels.
• Ability to interpret and analyze engineering prints, drawings, and customer specifications.
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field strongly preferred.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Three or more years' experience in precision machining environments.
• Experience negotiating with technology and tool suppliers.
• Drafting and blueprint drawing skills.
• Familiarity with ERP systems, especially for manufacturing routing (e.g., JobBOSS).
• Background in aviation or aerospace industry standards and regulatory compliance.
• Experience with customer relationship-building and new business development.
• Training and mentoring team members or facilitating cross-department collaboration.