Engineering Department Manager

Job Description

Job DescriptionOur client in Valencia, PA is looking for an Engineering Department Manager to lead and manage all engineering functions.

Job Duties:

- Lead, mentor, and develop the engineering team, ensuring competency, training, and qualification requirements are met per ISO standards.
- Conduct performance evaluations and support professional development plans.
- Promote a culture of quality, safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Ensure engineering processes comply with ISO 9001 requirements and internal quality management systems.
- Develop, maintain, and control engineering procedures, work instructions, and records.
- Support internal and external audits; implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
- Ensure proper document control, revision management, and change control practices.
- Oversee design for manufacturability (DFM), process optimization, and production support.
- Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain to improve efficiency, reduce scrap, and control costs.
- Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for production and quality issues.
- Plan, prioritize, and manage engineering projects to meet production schedules and customer commitments.
- Allocate engineering resources effectively and manage departmental budgets.
- Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) related to quality, delivery, and cost.
- Review and approve engineering designs, specifications, drawings, and process documentation.
- Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Support new product introduction (NPI), validation, and qualification activities.
- Work closely with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Purchasing, and Sales teams.
- Provide technical support for customer inquiries, audits, and corrective actions.
- Communicate engineering performance, risks, and improvement initiatives to leadership.

Job Requirements:

- Bachelor"s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related field).
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or Master"s degree preferred.
- 7-10+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
- 3-5+ years in an engineering leadership or management role.
- Hands-on experience with ISO 9001 quality systems.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, lean principles, and continuous improvement.
- Experience with root cause analysis, CAPA, and risk management.
- Proficiency with CAD systems, ERP/MRP systems, and project management tools.
- Ability to balance technical requirements with business objectives.

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