Engineering Manager in Hartford, CT

An exciting leadership opportunity for an Engineering Manager to oversee engineering operations, process development, and customer-driven projects from concept through production. This role offers the chance to shape engineering strategy, lead a talented team, and drive continuous improvement initiatives within an innovative manufacturing environment.

Client Details

Our client is an innovative manufacturing organization committed to delivering high-quality technical solutions through advanced engineering and process development capabilities. The business has built a reputation for strong customer partnerships, operational excellence, and continuous investment in technology and talent.

Description

• Lead, mentor, and develop engineering personnel while fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.
• Manage engineering priorities, project assignments, and resource planning to ensure business objectives are achieved.
• Oversee engineering projects throughout the full lifecycle, from research and development through commercial production.
• Drive process development, qualification activities, validation efforts, and technical documentation standards.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, productivity, quality, and technical capability enhancement.
• Collaborate with customers to define technical requirements and ensure successful project execution.
• Support commercial activities including project scoping, feasibility assessments, cost analysis, and quotation support.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and strategic business partners.
• Work closely with production, quality, purchasing, and finance teams to ensure successful product launches and operational readiness.
• Ensure compliance with quality systems, regulatory requirements, and internal engineering standards.
• Provide technical leadership in manufacturing processes, problem-solving activities, and engineering decision-making.
• Contribute to strategic planning discussions relating to technology investments, equipment upgrades, and future growth opportunities.

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering; advanced degree preferred.
• At least 5 years of engineering experience with leadership or supervisory responsibility.
• Experience managing engineering projects and supporting product development and manufacturing activities.
• Strong understanding of process development, validation, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Manufacturing experience within a technical or regulated environment.
• Ability to lead and develop engineering teams while promoting accountability and professional growth.
• Strong customer-facing communication and relationship management skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Experience supporting business development, quotations, cost analysis, or technical feasibility reviews.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, engineering software, and data-driven decision-making tools.
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems and compliance-driven manufacturing environments.
• Experience with advanced manufacturing technologies or joining/welding processes would be advantageous.

Job Offer

• Highly visible leadership role reporting directly to executive management.
• Opportunity to shape engineering strategy and influence company growth initiatives.
• Ownership of engineering teams, technical projects, and process development activities.
• Collaborative environment with strong cross-functional engagement across operations, quality, finance, and sales.
• Exposure to innovative manufacturing technologies and customer-focused engineering solutions.
• Opportunity to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives.
• Broad responsibility across technical leadership, business strategy, and customer program execution.
• Professional development opportunities and long-term career progression potential.
• Ability to make a meaningful impact within a growing and forward-thinking manufacturing organization.
• Dynamic environment that rewards leadership, innovation, accountability, and results.

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