Job description
Engineering Manager
Irvine, California
$130,000 - $160,000 + 25% Bonus + Training + Progression + Medical + Dental + Vision + 401K + PTO + Other Benefits
An excellent opportunity for an Engineering Manager to join a global manufacturing organization, where you will take full ownership of a multidisciplinary engineering department, lead a talented team, and drive technical excellence across a diverse range of projects and industries.
This company designs and manufactures complex mechanical systems and process solutions supplied to major manufacturing and industrial clients across the US. Experiencing rapid growth and large-scale expansion, they are now seeking an Engineering Manager to head up their team in Irvine, CA.
In this role, you will lead an engineering department consisting of seven direct reports, managing both new system builds and retrofit projects. You will oversee both technical and commercial aspects of projects - from design and client approvals through to manufacture and delivery. You will work closely with customers, internal stakeholders, and partner organizations to ensure systems are built to specification and delivered on time.
This role would suit a Mechanical Engineer with proven leadership experience and strong understanding of mechanical systems, design processes, and project management. Experience with P&IDs, piping, industrial plumbing systems, or similar is highly advantageous.
The Role:
- Lead and develop a multidisciplinary engineering team (7 direct reports)
- Manage both new system builds and retrofit projects across multiple industries
- Attend client meetings for approvals, quotes, and project specifications
- Collaborate with internal and external engineering teams to ensure successful outcomes
The Person:
- Mechanical Engineer with management or team leadership experience
- Strong understanding of mechanical systems
- Experience taking projects from concept through to delivery
- Knowledge of P&IDs, piping, Skids, industrial plumbing systems or similar
- Excellent communication, organizational, and commercial skills
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineer to step into a leadership role within a global organization that values innovation, technical excellence, and professional development.
The services of Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd are that of an Employment Agency.
Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd regrets to inform that our client can only accept applications from engineering candidates who have a valid legal permit or right to work in the relevant state.
Potential candidates who do not have this right or permit, or are pending an application to obtain this right or permit should not apply.
