Manufacturing Engineering Manager - Seneca Battery

Manufacturing Engineering Manager

• Seneca Battery 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars 15545 Wells Hwy, Seneca, SC 29678 $125,600
• $172,700 a year
• Full-time BorgWarner 1,406 reviews $125,600
• $172,700 a year
• Full-time The Manufacturing Engineering Manager is responsible for leading the engineering function for battery manufacturing operations, driving safe, efficient, and cost-effective production systems that support both internal business objectives and external customer requirements This role provides technical and business leadership, strategic direction, and execution oversight for manufacturing processes, capital projects, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The position plays a critical role in ensuring that battery products and systems meet the performance, reliability, and quality expectations of industrial customers, including applications in material handling, energy storage systems, and industrial equipment. The Manufacturing Engineering Manager partners cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, Product Engineering, and Commercial teams to deliver customer-focused solutions, operational excellence, and scalable manufacturing capability. To perform this job successfully, an individual must have the ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Standard Duties:

Conduct performance evaluations, deliver coaching, and support career development for direct reports and engineering organization. Foster a culture of safety, compliance, and teamwork across all operations. Report staffing performance, issues, and needs to the Product Line Manager for alignment with organizational goals. Define and execute engineering strategy aligned to business and customer requirements. Design, develop, and optimize battery manufacturing processes, automation, and assembly systems. Develop assembly sequencing, user interfaces, and data collection systems. Lead new product launches, including capital, tooling, and resource planning. Ensure processes meet industrial customer requirements for durability, safety, and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and customers on technical requirements and product reviews. Ensure compliance with quality systems (ISO, APQP, DFMEA) and safety standards. Conduct audits (LPA, EHS, 5S) and implement corrective actions. Work with equipment vendors and manage capital projects

• travel as Maintain project timelines, KPIs, and performance reporting Responsible for driving cost reductions within area by collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Manage annual department budget in accordance with company policies and procedures. Act as additional site-level point of contact for customers, vendors, and contractors on technical and operational matters supporting Drive adoption of emerging technologies including automation systems, predictive analytics, AI.

Other Duties:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time What we are looking for Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field required. Minimum of 7+ years of engineering experience with leadership responsibility Experience in battery systems, electrification, or industrial manufacturing highly preferred. Experience and/or training in the development and maintenance of DFMEAs is required Experience with DFMEA, APQP, DFM/DFA, and Root Cause Analysis. Manufacturing and assembly process knowledge is preferred Strong project management and communication skills. Self-directed and motivated with strong ownership and accountability. Excellent drive for results with the ability to coordinate projects from start to completion Excellent written and verbal communication skills required

Knowledge/ Skills:

Advanced project management skills Experience with predictive maintenance, continuous improvement and reliability engineering around mechanical & electrical critical infrastructure Experience managing a change control environment

Salary Range:

$125,600

• $172,700

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