Pioneer Industrial Systems is a prominent industry leader specializing in the custom design and build of advanced machinery and automation solutions. We pride ourselves on delivering innovative, high-quality, and tailored engineering solutions to meet our clients’ unique requirements. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Mechanical Engineering Manager to lead our team of skilled engineers in delivering exceptional custom machine design and build projects.
As the Mechanical Engineering Manager, you will play a critical role in leading and managing the mechanical engineering department. You will be responsible for overseeing the design and development of custom machines, ensuring they meet project specifications, timelines, and quality standards. This position involves strategic planning, project management, technical leadership, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. This is a working position where you may also take on a small number of your own projects.
Establish clear objectives, performance metrics, and professional development opportunities for team members, conducting regular performance evaluations and providing constructive feedback.
Develop and implement training programs to enhance the technical capabilities and knowledge of the engineering team.
Oversee and manage the end-to-end execution of custom machine design and build projects, ensuring alignment with client specifications, project timelines, and budget constraints.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (e.g., electrical engineering, software development, fabrication) to achieve project goals and deliver comprehensive and integrated solutions.
Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement effective mitigation strategies to ensure successful project completion.
Provide technical expertise and guidance to the engineering team, ensuring compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and optimal engineering practices.
Collaborate with engineers to resolve complex technical challenges and optimize mechanical designs for efficiency, reliability, and performance.
Contribute to the development of the mechanical engineering department’s strategic vision, goals, and objectives, aligning with the company’s mission and growth objectives.
Identify opportunities for process improvements, innovation, and the adoption of emerging technologies to enhance custom machine designs and streamline manufacturing processes.
Effectively communicate with clients and internal stakeholders to understand project requirements, present design proposals, and ensure alignment with expectations.
Collaborate closely with sales and project management teams to deliver proposals and technical insights that meet or exceed client needs.
Perform engineering design and project work as required to help meet the requirements and deadlines of the department.
Pioneer Industrial Systems designs and builds turnkey robotic systems, which provide our customers with less headaches and higher profits. Our vision is developing people to grow our company, which will proudly provide for generations. We are a family-owned business with an excellent team and a strong focus on our company culture. Using the EOS process, we have a clear plan for strategic growth as well as a firm definition of our company culture. We hire, discipline, reward, and fire around our core values:
Acts morally, is honest, and does what is right
Challenges the status quo with creative thinking and the ability to simplify
Positive can-do attitude, realistic, and open to ideas while avoiding gossip
Efficiently works to achieve both individual and organizational goals
Respectfully sharing ideas and working together to win
Takes personal ownership of actions and responsibilities