Engineering Manager - Escanaba Area
Summary
Engineering Manager for manufacturing companies in the Escanaba, Michigan area (sourced via The Pivot Group Network recruiting group). Day to day: leading engineers and technicians, directing process/equipment and continuous improvement work, and managing capital projects, budgets, and safety/quality compliance.
Engineering Manager | Escanaba, MI
Salary Range: $118,000 - $167,000 depending on experience
Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for leading engineering teams and driving technical excellence? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We collaborate with companies in the Escanaba area seeking experienced Engineering Managers.
We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan's manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.
This posting covers Engineering Manager opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Escanaba in Delta County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Gladstone, Bark River, and Cedarville.
The Opportunity
We work with companies in the Escanaba area that add Engineering Managers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.
Usual Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.
- Coordinate with production, maintenance, and quality leaders on cross functional initiatives.
- Report project status and key metrics to plant and operations leadership.
- Direct daily engineering activities across process, equipment, and continuous improvement work.
- Lead and develop a team of engineers and technicians, setting priorities and performance goals.
- Oversee capital projects from scope and justification through installation and startup.
- Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for production and quality issues.
- Manage engineering budgets, project schedules, and resource allocation.
Recommended Qualifications
- Several years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Prior experience supervising or leading engineering teams.
- Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methods.
- Experience managing capital projects and budgets.
- Working knowledge of safety and quality management systems.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field.
Bonus Qualifications
- Experience with automation, robotics, or controls systems.
- Six Sigma or lean certification.
- Background in regulated industries such as automotive or medical devices.
- Experience with ERP or maintenance management software.
- Professional Engineer license or advanced technical degree.
Job Titles That Should Apply
Process Engineering Manager, Plant Engineering Manager, Industrial Engineering Manager, Maintenance and Engineering Manager, Operations Engineering Manager, Production Engineering Manager, Engineering Superintendent, Technical Services Manager, Continuous Improvement Manager, Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Work Authorization
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Why The Pivot Group Network
The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic - they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search - market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.
