Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Company: Aisin Texas Corporation

Department: Engineering

Location: Cibolo, TX

The Engineering Manager is responsible for leading and developing the Engineering team in support of safe, efficient, and high-quality automotive manufacturing operations. This position oversees engineering activities related to the design, development, testing, and implementation of solutions that improve manufacturing processes, equipment, product quality, productivity, and operational performance.

The Engineering Manager provides technical and organizational leadership to the department, including responsibility for departmental budgets, project planning, capital investment, and achievement of established engineering objectives. This position also leads and supports kaizen and continuous improvement initiatives by identifying operational deficiencies and recommending improvements to equipment, processes, training, and working practices.

The incumbent is expected to perform the following functions that the company has determined are essential to this position:

• Lead, supervise, and develop the Engineering team to support manufacturing objectives and drive functional excellence.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of engineering strategies, policies, processes, procedures, and best practices designed to improve operational performance.
• Monitor and evaluate Engineering team performance and provide coaching, feedback, and guidance to support employee development and departmental effectiveness.
• Develop and maintain engineering project plans, schedules, and budget profiles to ensure milestones are achieved within established cost targets and timelines.
• Manage departmental budgets and support effective allocation of engineering resources.
• Identify, evaluate, and justify capital equipment investments based on operational, technical, quality, safety, and business requirements.
• Provide technical input and engineering support for new business opportunities, product launches, and other organizational initiatives.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of production engineering data, analysis, technical documentation, and related records.
• Monitor developments in manufacturing technology and engineering practices that may affect manufacturing design, equipment, or processes and communicate potential impacts to appropriate stakeholders.
• Lead and support kaizen and continuous improvement initiatives to improve manufacturing processes, equipment performance, quality, productivity, efficiency, and safety.
• Identify deficiencies in manufacturing processes, working practices, or training and recommend appropriate corrective or improvement actions.
• Ensure engineering processes, procedures, equipment, and activities are performed in accordance with applicable health, safety, and environmental policies and requirements.
• Provide technical leadership and support in resolving manufacturing and factory-related issues.
• Coordinate with Operations and other departments to identify solutions and ensure timely resolution of engineering and production concerns.
• Negotiate, coordinate, and request support from internal departments, suppliers, contractors, and other external parties as necessary to achieve Engineering and organizational objectives.
• Collaborate with other departments to promote a workplace culture focused on respect, inclusivity, efficiency, safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Perform other duties, projects, and responsibilities as assigned by management.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Minimum of five (5) years of manufacturing experience.
• Minimum of three (3) years of manufacturing management or leadership experience within an organization of more than 100 employees.
• Knowledge of automotive or industrial manufacturing processes and engineering principles.
• Knowledge of Total Quality Management systems and manufacturing engineering best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop engineering professionals.
• Ability to manage multiple engineering projects, priorities, schedules, and resources.
• Ability to develop and manage project budgets and cost targets.
• Ability to analyze technical and operational issues and develop effective solutions.
• Ability to evaluate and justify capital equipment and manufacturing investments.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively to management, manufacturing personnel, and other stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to coordinate activities and negotiate effectively with internal departments and external parties.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and respond to changing operational priorities.

• Manufacturing leadership experience within the automotive industry preferred.
• Experience working in a cross-cultural or multinational business environment preferred.
• Experience leading kaizen, continuous improvement, or manufacturing process improvement initiatives preferred.
• Experience supporting automotive product launches, capital projects, or new manufacturing processes preferred.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field required.

• Must be willing and available to travel to such locations and with such frequency as is necessary and desirable to meet business needs.

With reasonable accommodation:

• Must be able to work in both office and manufacturing environments.
• Must be able to perform job duties onsite when necessary, except those duties that are customarily or by their nature performed offsite.
• Must be able to operate a personal computer, telephone, and other standard office equipment.
• Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Must be able to manage multiple assignments, projects, and priorities while meeting established deadlines and quality expectations.
• Must be able to collaborate effectively with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance, Safety, and other departments.
• Must be able to operate as an effective leader and team member while working with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Must be committed to a high standard of safety and comply with all applicable safety laws, regulations, and company safety policies.

• Must maintain an acceptable attendance record.
• Must maintain the flexibility necessary to support manufacturing operations, engineering projects, equipment issues, production concerns, and other business needs as required.
• Must be willing and available to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as necessary and desirable to meet business needs.