Industrial - Engineering Manager - Tewksbury, MA

Lead Engineer

Lead a team of engineers in a high-mix fabrication environment. Own engineering execution from estimate through manufacturing launch.

Our client is a well-established, growth-oriented manufacturer serving demanding industrial and OEM customers. Known for technical complexity and tight tolerances, the organization invests heavily in engineering rigor, process improvement, and long-term employee development. They offer a collaborative culture where engineering is a core driver of business performance.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a team of Project / Project-Process Engineers
• Drive standardized engineering, estimating, and documentation best practices
• Oversee estimating activities and review costs, manufacturability, and quality alignment
• Ensure disciplined use of ERP systems (BOMs, routings, revisions, configuration control)
• Lead NPD and new project execution from process design through first article shipment
• Partner with Manufacturing to ensure clean handoffs and robust process documentation
• Drive value engineering, cost reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Provide technical input for customer presentations, supplier engagements, and site visits
• Analyze planned vs. actual cost and process data to support decision-making
• Support PFMEAs, time studies, and documented lessons learned
• Conduct performance reviews, goal setting, and career development for direct reports

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Ideal Candidate

• BS in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering
• 10+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment
• Proven experience managing engineers and delivering projects end-to-end
• Strong background in fabrication processes (sheet metal, welding, machining, assembly, heat treat)
• SolidWorks proficiency and strong ERP experience
• Estimating, cost analysis, and manufacturing launch expertise
• Working knowledge of GD&T and PFMEAs
• Strong communicator with the ability to lead, mentor, and influence cross-functionally
• Self-starter with excellent prioritization skills in a multi-project environment

What's to Offer

• Competitive base salary with performance bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k)
• Leadership role with real influence on engineering strategy and operations
• Exposure to complex, high-value manufacturing programs
• Clear opportunity to grow with a stable and expanding organization

Job summary

Sector

Engineering & Manufacturing

Sub Sector

Production, Manufacturing

Industry

Industrial / Manufacturing

Location

Tewksbury

Contract Type

Permanent