Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsDo you have experience leading an engineering organization?Great opportunity to play a pivotal role in scaling an industrial manufacturer!About Our ClientMy client is a precision-driven manufacturing organization committed to engineering excellence, continuous innovation, and high-quality product development. Their team is focused on advancing performance, strengthening manufacturing capabilities, and delivering best-in-class products to meet evolving market demands.As they expand their product portfolio and operational footprint, they are seeking a forward-thinking engineering leader to help shape the future of the organization.Job DescriptionThe Director of Engineering will:Lead and develop Manufacturing and Production Engineering teamsSet and execute engineering strategy aligned with business goalsDrive a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvementEstablish and track KPIs to improve performance and efficiencyPartner with executive leadership on strategic decisionsOversee new product development and product launchesCollaborate cross-functionally to align engineering with business needsEnsure structured program execution and production readinessApply Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principlesSupport quoting with accurate cost and resource estimatesImprove manufacturing processes, tooling, and automationLead Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma initiativesEnhance product quality and operational performanceMPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.The Successful ApplicantA successful Director of Engineering should have the following qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field requiredMaster's degree preferred5+ years of engineering leadership experience in manufacturingExperience leading new product introductionsBackground in process development, tooling, and production systemsExpertise in Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvementExperience with ERP and manufacturing planning systemsProven record of driving operational improvementsStrong understanding of manufacturing engineering principlesStrategic thinker with strong business acumenWhat's on OfferCompetitive salaryComprehensive benefits packageOpportunity to lead operations in a medium-sized, growth-focused organization.Great company culture!If you are ready to take the next step in your career, apply today for immediate consideration!ContactBrittany SchumannQuote job refJN-052026-7019639Job summarySectorEngineering & ManufacturingSub SectorOperations ManagementIndustryIndustrial / ManufacturingLocationRochesterContract TypePermanentConsultant nameBrittany SchumannJob ReferenceJN-052026-7019639
