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ThyssenKrupp Materials NA
Manufacturing Engineering Manager
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What they do
A Manufacturing Engineering Manager oversees engineering and technical design of manufacturing engineering projects, such as optimizing and maintaining production lines in a factory. Manages communication and coordination among different types of engineers working on a project. Supervises project schedule, budget, and communications with stakeholders.
$151,965 / year median in New Mexico
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Manufacturing Engineering Manager ThyssenKrupp Materials NA life insurance, vision insurance, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) United States, Mexico, Santa Teresa Jun 23, 2026
Company
With around 480 locations in over 40 countries, thyssenkrupp Materials Services is the biggest materials distributor and service provider in the western world. The broad service spectrum offered by the materials experts enables customers to focus on their individual core business. The area of Materials Services spans two strategic areas: global materials distribution as one-stop-shop - from steel and stainless steel, tubes and pipes, nonferrous metals and specialty materials to plastics and raw materials - and tailored services in the areas of materials management and supply chain management. An extensive omnichannel architecture offers 250,000 customers worldwide cross-channel, round-the-clock access to more than 150,000 products and services. A highly efficient logistics system ensures that all requested services are smoothly integrated into customer production processes "just-in-time" or "just-in-sequence.
Copper and Brass Divison
Sales is a distributor and processor of aluminum, stainless steel, copper, brass, bronze and more quality materials serving markets across North America, including Canada and Mexico. By providing customers with what they want, when they need it, Copper and Brass Sales is able to help them succeed in today's challenging global business environment. The company's focus on the Aerospace, Automotive, Electrical, Medical and Oil & Gas Industries allows them to offer these market segments expertise specific to their needs. The daily commitment of its employees to provide premium service focused on the customer first has earned Copper and Brass Sales the position of a respected leader in the nonferrous metals industry for over 80 years.
Your responsibilities
Job Summary The Engineering Manager is responsible for leading the Manufacturing Engineering function to improve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost performance across manufacturing operations. This role provides strategic and technical leadership to engineering resources while ensuring manufacturing processes, equipment, and systems are capable, scalable, and aligned with business growth objectives. The Engineering Manager develops engineering capability, establishes standardized engineering practices, and leads capital, continuous improvement, and new product introduction initiatives. This role serves as the primary liaison between Engineering, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Commercial teams to ensure the organization can successfully launch new business and continuously improve operational performance. Job Description Key Accountabilities Engineering Leadership & Team Development Lead, coach, and develop Manufacturing Engineers, Process Engineers, and Engineering Technicians.
Establish engineering priorities aligned with business strategy and operational objectives.
Build engineering capability through training, mentorship, and succession planning.
Establish standardized engineering tools, methods, and best practices across facilities.
Define roles, responsibilities, and performance expectations for engineering resources.
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Manufacturing Performance Improvement Drive initiatives to improve throughput, productivity, OEE/OPE, lead time, and manufacturing capacity.
Lead efforts to reduce scrap, rework, downtime, and manufacturing costs.
Establish and monitor engineering KPIs and performance dashboards.
Identify manufacturing constraints and develop sustainable solutions.
Support cellular manufacturing strategies and value stream optimization. Process Development & Standardization Oversee development and maintenance of:
Manufacturing process flows
Routings and standards
Work instructions
Engineering specifications
Equipment standards
Jig and fixture systems
Ensure manufacturing processes are capable, repeatable, and scalable.
Drive implementation of standardized engineering methodologies across multiple facilities. Capital Equipment & Technology Strategy Develop capital plans aligned with growth and capacity requirements.
Lead equipment specification, procurement, installation, and commissioning activities.
Evaluate and implement manufacturing technologies, automation, and digital solutions.
Ensure equipment safety, reliability, and maintainability requirements are achieved.
Support long-term manufacturing footprint and capacity planning. Product Introduction (NPI) & APQP Provide engineering leadership throughout the NPI and APQP processes.
Ensure manufacturing readiness for new programs and product launches.
Support Design for Manufacturability (DFM), process capability development, and production validation activities.
Identify manufacturing risks and implement mitigation plans.
Partner with Quality to ensure PPAP requirements and launch deliverables are successfully completed. Project Management Lead large-scale engineering projects from concept through implementation.
Develop project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource requirements.
Manage multiple projects and priorities across facilities.
Provide regular communication regarding project status, risks, and mitigation activities.
Ensure projects deliver measurable business outcomes. Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with Operations to improve manufacturing performance and support growth initiatives.
Collaborate with Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, Sales, and Commercial teams on strategic initiatives.
Support customer requirements, quoting activities, and contract reviews for significant projects.
Serve as the technical escalation point for manufacturing and process-related issues. Safety & Compliance Promote and maintain a strong safety culture throughout all engineering activities.
Ensure equipment and process designs meet applicable safety and regulatory requirements.
Lead risk assessments and Pre-Start Health and Safety Reviews (PSR/PHSR).
Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and company standards. Key Competencies Strategic thinking and business acumen
Strong people leadership and coaching skills
Exceptional problem-solving and analytical capability
Project and change management expertise
Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement leadership
Strong financial and capital planning capability
Effective communication and stakeholder management
Ability to lead through influence and drive organizational alignment
Strong organizational and prioritization skills
Bias for action and results orientation Qualifications Minimum Requirements Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.
8-10+ years of progressive manufacturing engineering experience.
3-5+ years of engineering leadership or supervisory experience.
Demonstrated success leading manufacturing improvement initiatives and capital projects.
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, tooling, automation, and production systems.
Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing multiple priorities. Preferred Requirements Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility.
Experience in sheet metal fabrication, copper fabrication, or complex manufacturing environments.
Multi-site manufacturing experience.
APQP, PPAP, and NPI leadership experience.
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
Experience with ERP/MES systems and manufacturing analytics.
Experience developing cellular manufacturing strategies and value stream transformations.
Benefits Overview We offer competitive company benefits to eligible positions, such as : Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Life Insurance and Disability Voluntary Wellness Programs 401(k) and RRSP programs with Company Match
Paid Vacation and Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
And more! Benefits may vary based on job, country, union role, and/or company segment. Please work with your recruiter or tk representative for applicable benefits information. Disclaimer This is to notify the general public that some individuals/entities are using the thyssenkrupp ("TK") name, trademark, domain name, and logo without authorization. They are posing as employees, representatives, or agents of TK and its associated/group companies. These individuals/entities are fraudulently offering jobs online through texts, websites, telephone calls, emails, or by issuing fake offer letters. They are also soliciting jobseekers to deposit money in certain bank accounts or providing jobseekers with fraudulent checks to obtain banking information. TK does not ask, solicit, or accept any monies in any form from candidates, job applicants, or potential jobseekers, who have applied to or wish to apply to TK, whether online or otherwise as a pre-employment requirement. TK bears no responsibility for money being deposited/withdrawn therefrom in response to such fake offers. Equal opportunity employer, including people with disabilities and veterans. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. For those requiring assistance completing the application or the application process and request information relating to the need for accommodation, please contact reasonableaccommodation@thyssenkrupp.com.