Millerbernd Manufacturing, a family-owned company since 1933, is driven by our core values: respectful and humbly confident, a positive attitude and solutions-oriented, a great reputation every day, loyal and united, working together, and results-driven. If these values resonate with you, we invite you to apply and join a growing team committed to excellence and shared success.

The Opportunity: The Engineering Manager – Transportation & Infrastructure will lead and develop the manufacturing engineers, methods, and programming teams to ensure that processes align with customer specifications, industry standards, and company objectives. The manager oversees the planning, development, implementation and maintenance of manufacturing methods, processes and operations for new and existing products. The manager is accountable for driving improvements, supporting product development, and optimizing both human and technical resources for maximum productivity and quality.

Job Title: Engineering Manager (T&I):
Location: Winsted, MN
Salary Range: $117,300 - $143,194/year (Exempt)
(In compliance with Minnesota Pay Transparency Law, this range reflects the anticipated compensation for this role. Actual pay may vary based on experience, education, and other factors.)
Schedule: Monday - Friday Business Hours
Shift Differential: 1st shift – N/A

As an Engineering Manager you will:

Drive continuous improvement initiatives using lean manufacturing principles, ensuring cost reduction, on-time delivery, and safety standards
Work closely with design, production, and quality teams to ensure new products transition smoothly into production and existing products maintain high standards of efficiency
Oversee the purchase and validation of new equipment and external engineering services, ensuring they meet productivity and safety requirements
Contributes to the development of strategies for pricing, program planning, risk management, negotiations, and margin generation for programs at the proposal stage
Reviews and approves documentation and checks for completeness and accuracy
Establish work plans, schedules, budgets, and performance metrics for the engineering team
Manage the production tooling library and ensure its effective use in manufacturing processes, utilizing tools like Statistical Process Control (SPC) to enhance efficiency
Ensure the accuracy and completeness of engineering documents and compliance with the Quality Management System (QMS)
Ensures the efficient creation and management of Bill of Materials (BOM), Bill of Operations (BOO)
Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency and reduce errors in BOMs and BOOs
Lead teams in developing accurate BOMs and BOOs for new and existing products, ensuring they meet design, customer, and quality standards
Provide leadership for engineers, methods specialists, and programmers, including hiring, coaching, performance management, and skill development

Role Qualifications as an Engineering Manager:

Preferred candidates will have a Bachelor’s Degree in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering
Proven experience managing manufacturing processes and engineering teams
Experience in ERP systems and software like Cadlink
Expertise in 5S, Lean Principles, and Continuous Improvement
Proficiency in reading blueprints, mechanical drawings, and manufacturing documents
Strong project management and problem-solving skills
Effective verbal and written communication, with the ability to work across departments
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, ERP systems, and shop floor control applications

What we offer for employment:

Comprehensive Benefits -

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Two medical plan options, with company HSA contributions
Health & Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA) – For medical and dependent care expenses
Life & Disability Insurance – Company-paid basic life, AD&D, and short-/long-term disability
Voluntary Benefits – Including optional life, legal & ID protection, accident & critical illness insurance

Financial Security -

401(k) with up to 4% Match – Immediate vesting
Incentive Pay – Performance-based bonus programs depending on your role and shift
- This role is eligible for participation in the company’s “Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP)”, a financial performance-based bonus program
- Payouts are determined by the company’s operational results and are distributed in the first quarter of the subsequent year

Work-Life Balance -

Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement – Up to $5,250/year for job-related education
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support services
Onsite Training – Includes leadership, welding, and language courses
Uniform Subsidy – For eligible roles

Benefits available to employees working 30+ hours/week. 401(k) available to all employees.

We're an Equal Opportunity Employer -

Millerbernd Manufacturing Company is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas.

Ready to shape your future with us?
Apply today and discover what’s possible at Millerbernd.

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Engineering Manager - T&I