Engineering Manager - Walker Area

Job Description

Job Description

Engineering Manager | Walker, MI

Salary Range: $114,000 - $163,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for leading engineering teams and driving technical excellence? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in Walker, seeking experienced Engineering Managers to strengthen their teams.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Walker seeking Engineering Managers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of manufacturing engineers and technicians.
• Oversee the planning and execution of engineering projects for new product introduction, process optimization, and automation.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency, product quality, and cost reduction.
• Manage departmental budgets, resources, and timelines to ensure project delivery within scope.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance for complex manufacturing challenges and root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and R&D departments to ensure seamless integration of engineering solutions.
• Establish and maintain engineering standards, best practices, and documentation for manufacturing processes.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proven experience leading and mentoring engineering teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong technical background in manufacturing engineering, automation, and process improvement methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex engineering projects from conception to completion.
• Deep understanding of lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma, and quality systems.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and cross-functional communication skills.

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Experience with Industry 4.0 technologies (e.g., IoT, AI/ML for manufacturing, digital twins)
• Proficiency in specific PLM or ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Siemens Teamcenter)

Job Titles That Should Apply

Engineering Manager, Senior Engineering Manager, Software Engineering Manager, Director of Engineering, Technical Lead Manager, Development Manager, Manager of Software Development, Principal Engineering Manager

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.