Engineering Manager - Houghton Area

Engineering Manager | Houghton, MI

Salary Range: $111,000 - $160,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for leading engineering teams and driving technical excellence? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We collaborate with companies in the Houghton area seeking experienced Engineering Managers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan's manufacturing regions. 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.

This posting covers Engineering Manager opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Houghton in Houghton County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Baraga, Dollar Bay, Calumet, and Atlantic Mine.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Houghton region seeking Engineering Managers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates - not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Usual Responsibilities

• Direct daily engineering activities across process, equipment, and continuous improvement work.
• Lead and develop a team of engineers and technicians, setting priorities and performance goals.
• Oversee capital projects from scope and justification through installation and startup.
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for production and quality issues.
• Manage engineering budgets, project schedules, and resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Coordinate with production, maintenance, and quality leaders on cross functional initiatives.
• Report project status and key metrics to plant and operations leadership.

Recommended Qualifications

• Experience managing capital projects and budgets.
• Working knowledge of safety and quality management systems.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field.
• Several years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Prior experience supervising or leading engineering teams.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methods.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with ERP or maintenance management software.
• Professional Engineer license or advanced technical degree.
• Experience with automation, robotics, or controls systems.
• Six Sigma or lean certification.
• Background in regulated industries such as automotive or medical devices.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Maintenance and Engineering Manager, Operations Engineering Manager, Production Engineering Manager, Engineering Superintendent, Technical Services Manager, Continuous Improvement Manager, Manufacturing Engineering Manager, Process Engineering Manager, Plant Engineering Manager, Industrial Engineering Manager

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

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.