Manufacturing Engineering Manager Job at Sterling Engineering in Lincolnshire

Sr Manufacturing Engineering Manager I am looking for a Sr. Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead manufacturing, assembly, and testing operations at a regulated production facility. This role is strictly manufacturing-focused and does not support R&D, product design, or early-stage development. The successful leader will drive advanced manufacturing initiatives, cost transformation, automation, and operational excellence in a high-reliability, regulated environment. Lead large engineering and technician teams in a regulated environment Strategically modernize and scale manufacturing operations Own engineering support for assembly and test operations in a regulated environment Drive advanced manufacturing initiatives, including automation, throughput improvements, and cost reduction Serve as a change agent, influencing peers and cross-functional leaders Will directly manage a team of 5 to include Manufacturing Engineering Supervisors and a Test Engineering Manager Will indirectly lead ~80 Manufacturing & Test Technicians Partner with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Site Leadership to meet production goals Support production across two shifts (primarily 1st shift; limited 2nd shift oversight) Support occasional collaboration with a secondary U.S. manufacturing site (minimal travel) Qualifications A Bachelor’s degree at minimum, preferably a Master’s degree 7-10+ years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering within production environments Hands‑on leadership in assembly and test operations Proven success driving advanced manufacturing, automation, and cost‑reduction initiatives Background in regulated manufacturing required: Medical devices, Automotive, aerospace, or similar regulated industries considered Experience leading large technical teams in high‑reliability manufacturing Strong communication skills with the ability to influence at a peer leadership level SMT experience preferred but not required This role does NOT focus on R&D, product design, or early‑stage development Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. Benefits Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Pension plan #J-18808-Ljbffr