What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Manager position at Lake Air Products?
Lake Air Products is a fast-growing company that is proud to live by our Core Values: Customer Focus, Passion for Performance, and Right People - Best Teams.
We are seeking a sheet metal Engineering Manager to lead our engineering team in the design, development, and continuous improvement of sheet metal fabrication processes and products. This role ensures manufacturing readiness, drives innovation in design-for-manufacturability, and collaborates closely with operations, quality, customers, and supply chain to meet or exceed requirements.
Lake Air Products Offers:
- Competitive Pay
- Full Benefits
- 401(K) with Employer Match
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay
- Gym Reimbursement
- Tuition Reimbursement
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and develop a team of engineers and designers. Set priorities, assign projects, and foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Oversee the design and development of sheet metal products from concept through production. Ensure designs meet customer requirements, industry standards, and safety regulations, with a focus on cost-effective, manufacturable solutions.
- Improve fabrication processes—including laser cutting, punching, forming, welding, and finishing—using Lean and Six Sigma tools to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
- Serve as a technical point of contact for customers. Partner with sales, program management, and operations to align on project feasibility, cost, timelines, and quality.
- Manage engineering projects through all phases, ensuring on-time delivery and performance. Track progress, identify risks, and drive cross-functional coordination.
- Work closely with operations, quality, and supply chain teams to align resources, share updates, and ensure smooth project execution.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with Amada, Trumpf, or similar fabrication equipment.
- Familiarity with welding automation and robotics.
- Strong understanding of GD&T and tolerance analysis.
- Project management certification (PMP, Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt) is a plus.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred).
- 7 years of engineering experience in sheet metal fabrication, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
- Strong knowledge of CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, etc.) and ERP/MRP systems.
- Proven track record of implementing Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
- Demonstrated ability to manage customer relationships and provide technical support directly to clients.
- Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Please note that because this position includes travel to our Coon Rapids and Roseville, MN facilities, it may be subject to export control regulation. Unless an exemption applies, candidate(s) must be a U.S. Person* within the meaning of the law OR obtain an export control license. Candidates who do not meet the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements or choose not to pursue such positions are not disqualified from applying for other opportunities with Lake Air Products. Nothing in this posting should be interpreted as limiting applications based on nationality or citizenship status.
*A U.S. Person under export control laws includes a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. permanent resident, or protected individual who has been lawfully admitted for temporary residence in the U.S. as a refugee or asylee under U.S. law.
