Cary, Illinois, United States

Engineering Manager

 Job Description:

Engineering Manager - Onsite in Cary, IL

Are you an experienced engineering leader with a passion for driving innovation and ensuring top-tier product quality? Prequel is seeking candidates for a full time Engineering Manager position with an established manufacturing organization in Cary, IL. In this role youll lead a dynamic engineering team, collaborating closely with sales, manufacturing, and quality assurance to deliver high-performance solutions.

What Youll Do:

  • Supervise and mentor the engineering design team, ensuring adherence to project schedules.
  • Oversee design reviews, ensuring they meet customer specifications, company engineering standards, and cost requirements.
  • Lead product development and process improvement initiatives, driving innovation and operational efficiency.
  • Work directly with the Director of Engineering to develop and enforce policies, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 standards.
  • Collaborate with sales to provide designs and samples to support business growth.
  • Review and address customer returns (RMAs) to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
  • Maintain a safe, secure, and productive work environment by adhering to company policies.

What You Bring:

  • 8-10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with leadership responsibilities.
  • Strong problem-solving, data analysis, and report writing skills.
  • Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, consistently meeting project deadlines.
  • Process-driven, with a keen attention to detail.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME).
  • Proficiency in SolidWorks, DraftSight, and Microsoft Office suite.
  • Knowledge of FEA Solid Flow and GD&T is a plus.
  • Experience with MRP/ERP systems.
  • Engineer to Order, Low Volume High Mix Environment experience is a plus.

Compensation competitive salary, bonus, and a full suite of health and retirement benefits included.

  Required Skills:

Engineering