Engineering Manager Job Listing at Kelly Services in Franklin Park, IL (Job ID US3530187_BH9712012)

Description

Engineering Manager
SOW -Contract to Hire – Full Benefits
$150,000-$170,000

Franklin Park, IL

Kelly Engineering is recruiting for an Engineering Manager for a leading manufacturer specializing in OEM and POP merchandising solutions, The Engineering Manager will oversee both the Engineering and Estimating departments. This role is integral to the company's strategic growth, requiring a hands-on leader with strong technical expertise, process improvement capabilities, and a collaborative mindset.

Key Responsibilities:
Leadership & Management:

• Lead and integrate the Engineering and Estimating teams to operate seamlessly.
• Mentor, develop, and manage a team of engineers and estimators to ensure alignment with company goals.
• Build and implement a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Engineering Oversight:

• Provide technical leadership on design, manufacturing processes, and engineering projects.
• Review and approve designs and engineering deliverables, ensuring compliance with ISO standards.
• Act as a working engineer when necessary, contributing to technical problem-solving and project execution.

Estimating Oversight:

• Oversee the estimation process, including reviewing SolidWorks files, analyzing customer prints (PDF and CAD formats), and ensuring accurate input into the ERP system.
• Develop and maintain efficient estimating workflows to improve turnaround times and accuracy.
• Collaborate closely with operations to ensure estimators understand manufacturing requirements and processes.

Process Development & Implementation:

• Streamline and improve cross-functional processes between the Engineering and Estimating departments.
• Develop systems and procedures that support scalability and operational excellence.
• Implement and manage quality assurance measures to align with ISO standards.

Strategic Contributions:

• Collaborate with executive leadership to align departmental goals with the company's strategic objectives.
• Identify and drive opportunities for innovation, cost optimization, and process improvements.
• Serve as a key advisor in capital planning, technology adoption, and organizational development.

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in engineering roles, including leadership positions.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, ERP systems, and technical drawing interpretation.
• Strong knowledge of ISO standards and quality management systems.
• Experience in OEM manufacturing and POP merchandising is highly desirable.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to gain buy-in from diverse stakeholders.
• Proven track record of process improvement and team development.

 

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly® Engineering?

Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world's most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting-edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long-term opportunity, we're here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we're obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it's about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It's the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It's the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly's Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California's state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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