Senior Engineering Manager

We are supporting an Engineering Manager to lead end-to-end engineering operations at a well-established manufacturing facility. This leadership role is critical to driving operational excellence, ensuring engineering reliability, and implementing process improvements aligned with business goals. The position calls for a hands-on engineering leader with deep experience in machinery manufacturing environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and mentor the plant engineering team to ensure smooth daily operations and adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Oversee the installation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of all production machinery and utilities.
• Drive preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to maximize equipment uptime.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and project teams to optimize process efficiency and product performance.
• Lead new capital projects, upgrades, and automation initiatives.
• Monitor and control engineering budgets, resources, and timelines.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and environmental regulations related to plant engineering.
• Evaluate and implement technology upgrades to enhance manufacturing capabilities.
• Partner with top management to align engineering performance with overall business objectives.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering (or related discipline).
• 10–15 years of engineering and maintenance experience in precision or heavy machinery manufacturing.
• Proven experience leading plant engineering operations with measurable performance improvements.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, electrical controls, utilities, and automation.
• Excellent leadership, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment.

Additional Details

• The position requires full-time presence at the plant (6 days/week).

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• Do you have hands-on experience of a manufacturing processes preferably with heading, heat treatment, injection molding, grinding and inspection processes?
• How many years of end-to-end manufacturing experience do you have?
• Do you have a certification in Lean, Six Sigma, or PMP?

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Required)

Work Location: In person