What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Manager position at Link Technical Talent?
Engineering Manager – SMT / PCB Manufacturing
Shelton, Connecticut (Commutable from: New Haven, Waterbury, Bridgeport, Seymour, Milford, Shelton, Danbury, Hartford)
$150,000 – $180,000 Relocation Assistance Long-Term Progression Technical Leadership Role Excellent Benefits Package
Are you an Engineering Manager, Operations Manager, or Engineering Leader from an SMT, PCB, or electronics manufacturing background looking to lead a growing engineering and manufacturing operation while putting your own stamp on the business?
Do you want to join a stable and growing company where you will play a key role in driving operational excellence, developing engineering teams, and implementing long-term manufacturing improvements across a state-of-the-art electronics manufacturing facility?
This is an exciting time to join a well-established manufacturer that continues to invest heavily in technology, automation, process improvement, and leadership development. The company has built an excellent reputation within the industry and offers long-term career stability and progression opportunities.
In this key leadership role, you will oversee engineering and manufacturing operations across SMT, test, box build, and materials functions. You will drive production planning, operational efficiency, lean manufacturing initiatives, and continuous improvement projects while developing high-performing technical teams and future leaders.
You will work closely with senior leadership to improve manufacturing performance, increase capacity utilization, support new product introductions, and help shape the future direction of the engineering and operations departments.
This role would suit a Manager looking to take ownership of a critical leadership position within a growing and technically advanced business.
The Role:
- Lead engineering and manufacturing operations across SMT, test, box build, and materials functions
- Drive operational excellence through lean manufacturing, production planning, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Develop and mentor engineering, manufacturing, and technical teams
- Partner with senior leadership on strategic growth, automation, and operational improvement projects
The Person:
- Engineering Manager, Operations Manager, Manufacturing Manager, or Engineering Leader
- Background within SMT, PCB, or electronics manufacturing
- Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement experience
- Looking for a long-term leadership opportunity within a growing and stable business
Key Words:
Engineering Leader, Engineering Manager, Operations Manager, Manufacturing Manager, EMS, Electronics Manufacturing Services, SMT, Surface Mount Technology, PCB, PCBA, Electronics Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Operations Leadership, Manufacturing Leadership, Production Planning, ERP, MRP, NPI, DFM, DFA, Electronics Engineering, Seymour, Connecticut
Salary : $150,000 - $200,000