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Synerfac Technical Staffing · 11 hours ago

Engineering Department Manager

positionValencia, PA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level
money$100K/yr - $130K/yr
date7+ years exp

Synerfac Technical Staffing is seeking an Engineering Department Manager to lead and manage all engineering functions for their client. The role involves mentoring the engineering team, ensuring compliance with ISO standards, and overseeing engineering processes to promote quality and continuous improvement.

ConsultingHuman ResourcesInformation Technology

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and develop the engineering team, ensuring competency, training, and qualification requirements are met per ISO standards
Conduct performance evaluations and support professional development plans
Promote a culture of quality, safety, accountability, and continuous improvement
Ensure engineering processes comply with ISO 9001 requirements and internal quality management systems
Develop, maintain, and control engineering procedures, work instructions, and records
Support internal and external audits; implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
Ensure proper document control, revision management, and change control practices
Oversee design for manufacturability (DFM), process optimization, and production support
Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain to improve efficiency, reduce scrap, and control costs
Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for production and quality issues
Plan, prioritize, and manage engineering projects to meet production schedules and customer commitments
Allocate engineering resources effectively and manage departmental budgets
Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) related to quality, delivery, and cost
Review and approve engineering designs, specifications, drawings, and process documentation
Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements
Support new product introduction (NPI), validation, and qualification activities
Work closely with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Purchasing, and Sales teams
Provide technical support for customer inquiries, audits, and corrective actions
Communicate engineering performance, risks, and improvement initiatives to leadership

Qualification

Engineering leadershipISO 9001 complianceManufacturing processesRoot cause analysisCAD systemsERP/MRP systemsProject management toolsContinuous improvementRisk managementLeadership skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related field)
7-10+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
3-5+ years in an engineering leadership or management role
Hands-on experience with ISO 9001 quality systems
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, lean principles, and continuous improvement
Experience with root cause analysis, CAPA, and risk management
Proficiency with CAD systems, ERP/MRP systems, and project management tools
Ability to balance technical requirements with business objectives

Preferred

Professional Engineer (PE) license or Master's degree

Company

Synerfac Technical Staffing

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Synerfac Technical Staffing is a staffing and recruiting firm that provides accounting, administrative, and engineering workforce solutions.
dateFounded in 1987
location
New Castle, Delaware, USA
people-size51-200 employees
web-link
http://synerfac.com

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Evan Schultz
Partnership Manager
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