Director of Engineering

ABOUT ENGINEERED PRODUCTS

At Engineered Products, our mission is to maximize space efficiency and redefine material handling and storage solutions. As a privately held company with over 50 years of industry experience, we have earned the trust of businesses worldwide by delivering customized storage solutions tailored to their unique needs. Our innovative approach not only streamlines space utilization and reduces costs for our clients, but also offers dynamic career opportunities across all departments. We foster a culture of innovation and empowerment, where every team member contributes to our success by embodying our core values: building strong internal relationships, approaching challenges with optimism and a proactive mindset, and embracing continuous learning and collaboration. If you're ready to join a dynamic team and make a meaningful impact in the material handling industry, apply now and become part of our exciting journey!

POSITION SUMMARY

Position: Director of Engineering

Reports to: President & COO

Location: Greenville, SC

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES

The Director of Engineering provides strategic and operational leadership for Engineering, Production Design, Tooling, Maintenance, and Quality within a fast-paced metal manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for driving engineering execution, manufacturing efficiency, product quality, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.

Serving as a key technical leader, the Director of Engineering partners closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Sales, and customers to ensure products are designed and manufactured safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively. This position oversees engineering activities from product and process development through production support and capital improvement initiatives.

DIRECT REPORTS

• Production Design Engineering
• Tooling Department
• Maintenance Department (current or future)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Engineering & Technical Leadership

• Lead Engineering, Tooling, and Quality functions across the organization
• Establish engineering standards, priorities, and technical direction aligned with business objectives
• Drive accountability for engineering execution, operational support, and product quality
• Develop engineering leadership and technical talent

Design Engineering & DFM/DFA Leadership

• Lead design reviews to ensure products are optimized for manufacturability, quality, and cost
• Drive Design for Manufacturing & Assembly (DFM/DFA) principles throughout the product lifecycle
• Partner with Operations and Production teams to align designs with manufacturing capabilities and process requirements
• Oversee engineering documentation including BOMs, routings, drawings, and ECN/ECR processes

Manufacturing Engineering & Process Optimization

• Support production teams in resolving manufacturing, equipment, and quality issues
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action implementation
• Drive process improvements across welding, forming, fabrication, machining, and finishing operations
• Ensure engineering solutions are practical, sustainable, and aligned with shop floor operations

Tooling & Quality Oversight

• Oversee tooling strategy and fixture development to support production and quality objectives
• Partner with Quality to improve process capability, reduce scrap/rework, and strengthen manufacturing controls
• Ensure quality standards and documentation are maintained across operations

Customer & Cross-Functional Leadership

• Serve as a technical resource for customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders
• Support customer reviews, issue resolution, and new business opportunities
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Supply Chain, Sales, and Leadership teams to support company objectives

Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence

• Champion Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
• Drive improvements in throughput, efficiency, cost reduction, and operational performance
• Utilize data-driven decision making to identify and implement sustainable improvements

Safety & Compliance

• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety standards
• Support risk assessments, corrective actions, and safe equipment/process design practices

EDUCATION AND/OR TRAINING

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field (or equivalent experience)
• 10 years of engineering leadership experience within metal manufacturing environments
• Proven experience leading Engineering, Tooling, and/or Quality functions
• Strong background in design engineering, DFM/DFA, and manufacturing process integration
• Hands-on knowledge of welding, forming, machining, fabrication, and assembly operations
• Experience managing technical teams and cross-functional initiatives
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems; AS400 preferred
• Proficiency with CAD systems such as AutoCAD, Inventor, or similar platforms

Core Competencies

• Strategic leadership
• Manufacturing and engineering expertise
• Technical problem solving
• Team development
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Professional communication and accountability

Preferred Qualifications

• Lean/Six Sigma certification
• Experience supporting NPI and product industrialization efforts
• Background in engineered-to-order or mixed manufacturing environments
• Experience leading operational transformation initiatives

Additional Information

Travel: 25% based on customer visits, supplier support, and operational needs

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This role is based primarily in a manufacturing environment and requires regular interaction with production operations and engineering teams. Occasional extended hours or weekend support may be required based on business demands.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This position requires regular movement throughout a manufacturing facility, including walking, standing, climbing stairs, and navigating production areas. Occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds may be required. Exposure to noise, dust, and varying temperatures is expected in manufacturing areas. Good vision, hearing, and overall physical stamina are necessary to effectively support operations and maintain a safe working environment.