Job Description

Title: Engineering Manager
Company: Global Power Components – www.globalpowercomponents.com
Location: Milwaukee, WI (onsite 5-days/week)
Hire Type: Direct Hire

Global Power Components is a privately held, growing manufacturer of UL heavy gauge steel fuel tanks, trailers, large generator enclosures, and modular metal enclosures for housing fully-equipped electrical distribution and control equipment. We have moved operations into a newly renovated 300,000 sq. foot facility that will foster our continued growth as we continue to be recognized as the undisputed leaders in our industry. As a result of our expansion, we are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer Manager to join our growing team. We are currently looking for a leader who wants to make a difference and who wishes to be part of our dynamic organization. Working within a fast-paced environment, the Mechanical Engineering Manager will oversee a team of engineers tasked with the design, development, and support of mechanical systems, tanks, and enclosures. This position requires close collaboration with other departments to ensure quality, on-time project execution, and continuous improvement in engineering and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities:

Lead, manage, and mentor a team of mechanical engineers through all phases of product development, from concept through production.
Evaluate talent depth chart, scalability of group, and prepare for future organizational growth.
Oversee mechanical design activities including CAD, SolidWorks, DriveWorks, PDM, modeling, prototyping, testing, and validation.
Ensure designs meet performance, reliability, manufacturability, and customer specifications.
Manage engineering schedules, resource planning, and task assignments.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Product Management to align on requirements and deliverables.
Drive continuous improvement in engineering processes, tools, and standards.
Support root cause analysis and resolution of product issues during development and in the field.
Evaluate and implement new technologies and tools to enhance product capabilities and team efficiency. Maximize our use of automation in design.
Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, codes, and regulations.
Maintain ETO agility, while developing stringent processes for continuous/ repetitive programs.
Invest in relationships/ processes across cohort engineering groups.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field; advanced degree preferred.
Minimum 7+ years of mechanical engineering experience with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role.
Strong proficiency with SolidWorks, PDM, and ERP system experience preferred.
Proven experience in sheet-metal and weldment design.
Deep understanding of manufacturing processes and design-for-manufacturability principles.
Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage multiple projects, and set clear priorities.
Strong problem-solving skills with a hands-on approach to resolving technical and production challenges.
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to collaborate across departments.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.
Must be willing to collaborate, define the undefined, and effectively manage change.
Experience with Microsoft Office, Project Management software, ERP software systems.
Communicate through all mediums; In-person, chat, email, phone, written.
Be reliable, independent, and professional. Follow company safety policies.
Must be able to meet the physical requirements of this job; Walking, climbing ladders, dexterity to use tools.
Must have reliable transportation and drive legally between manufacturing locations. (all in greater Milwaukee area).
Significant experience with metal fabrication and manufacturing; Laser, plasma, turret, brake press, folding machines, welding, paint/coatings, assembly.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
Global Power Components is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Global Power Components is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

About Global Power Components

Global Power Components has been manufacturing power generation accessories since 1996. We offer competitive pricing, quality products, on time delivery and the best customer service possible. Whether you need a custom E-House, generator enclosure package, fuel tank or trailer our professional staff of engineers, electricians, and metal fabricators will make it happen. Global Power Components is located in Milwaukee, WI. our 400,000 sq. ft. facility has expanded our capabilities and enabled us to perform new services for our customers. With easy on/off access to Highways 94 and 43, shipping your product is never an issue. Since the relocation, Global Power Components has improved its on-time shipping to an astounding 97%. With our new facility, no project is too large and with our 75-ton crane, no project is too heavy. Global Power Components has developed into a family of employees that dedicate themselves to our customers and services. Our company is diversified in several industries to provide the security, experience, and confidence our customers deserve. However, we are small enough to ensure competitive prices, short lead times, and the ability to flow with last second design changes. For more information, visit us online at www.globalpowercomponents.com For your next custom project, think GPC.

Industry

Manufacturing & Production

Company Size

201-500 employees

Headquarters

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Year Founded

1996

Website

globalpowercomponents.com

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