Engineering Manager | Grand Rapids, MI

Salary Range: $119,000 - $168,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for leading engineering teams and driving technical excellence? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Grand Rapids seeking skilled Engineering Managers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. 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.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Grand Rapids seeking Engineering Managers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers, fostering their professional growth and development.
• Oversee the design, development, and improvement of manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product launches and continuous process optimization.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure efficient execution of engineering initiatives.
• Implement and maintain best practices for engineering design, documentation, and quality control.
• Drive the adoption of new technologies and automation solutions to enhance manufacturing capabilities.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• 7+ years of experience in engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience in process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma) and their application in manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, and quality control systems.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing engineering teams.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with Industry 4.0 technologies (IoT, AI, ML) in manufacturing.
• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and grow junior engineering talent.
• Experience managing budgets and capital expenditure projects.
• Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems in a manufacturing context.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Engineering Manager, Senior Engineering Manager, Principal Engineering Manager, Director of Engineering, Head of Engineering, Software Engineering Manager, Technical Program Manager (Engineering Focus), Engineering Lead, Team Lead Engineer, Manager, Software Engineering

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.