Senior Engineering Manager

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plant Leadership and Functional Integration Lead plant-level manufacturing engineering and maintenance activities in support of site priorities and performance targets Create strong alignment between engineering and maintenance so both functions operate collaboratively and support shared plant goals Partner with plant leadership to identify, prioritize, and execute initiatives that improve operational performance Translate plant needs into clear functional priorities, ownership, and follow-through Team Leadership and Development Lead, coach, and develop direct reports across engineering and maintenance Set clear expectations, strengthen accountability, and build a culture of ownership and execution Develop team capability, succession readiness, and bench strength across both functions Ensure strong communication routines and coordination across the team Operational and Technical Execution Oversee engineering support for plant initiatives tied to safety, quality, productivity, cost, and operational improvement Drive equipment, process, and system improvements that increase reliability and reduce downtime Support preventive and corrective maintenance strategies in partnership with the maintenance team Ensure technical resources are aligned to plant needs, production demands, and critical business priorities Continuous Improvement and Problem Solving Lead and support continuous improvement efforts across plant systems, equipment, and workflows Use data, root cause analysis, and performance measures to identify issues and drive sustainable solutions Standardize best practices where possible to improve consistency, speed, and execution Remove barriers that affect project delivery, maintenance effectiveness, or operational performance Cross-Functional Partnership Partner closely with operations, quality, supply chain, HR, and plant leadership to support business goals Communicate technical issues, risks, and recommendations in a clear and practical way Support change initiatives, capital improvements, and site-level transformation efforts as needed Build strong working relationships that enable fast decision-making and execution at the plant level JOB REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field required Progressive leadership experience in manufacturing engineering, maintenance, or plant operations required Experience leading direct reports in a manufacturing or industrial environment required Strong knowledge of plant operations, equipment reliability, process improvement, and cross-functional execution Strong problem-solving, project leadership, and people leadership skills Ability to balance strategic improvement work with day-to-day plant support Preferred Qualifications Experience in automotive or complex manufacturing environments Experience leading both engineering and maintenance teams or closely integrated plant functions Experience with lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or operational excellence initiatives Experience supporting plant transformation, reliability improvement, or cost-reduction efforts Success Profile Connects engineering and maintenance around shared outcomes Drives accountability and follow-through Improves plant reliability and execution Develops strong, capable teams Communicates clearly and works effectively across functions Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities