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Manager Design Engineering

Quanex
Trumann, AR Full Time
POSTED ON 7/30/2026 CLOSED ON 8/12/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager Design Engineering position at Quanex?

As our Design Engineering Manager, you will lead a high-performing engineering team while driving product innovation, manufacturing excellence, and continuous improvement. In this role, you will oversee engineering initiatives that support new product development, optimize manufacturing processes, and deliver innovative solutions that enhance customer experience and fuel business growth.

We Offer You!

  • Competitive Salary with Bonus Potential
  • Medical, dental & vision start the 1st of the month after hire
  • 401K with 5% Company Match (Yours to keep after 2 years.)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Paid Time Off & Holidays
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Annual Safety Shoes Allowance

What’s attractive about the Engineering Manager role?

  • You will have a direct influence on product and process innovation.
  • Participate in a cross-functional leadership team.
  • Established Brand with Growth Potential.
  • Collaborative and Team-Oriented environment.
  • World Class Safety records.
  • Continuous Improvement Culture.

What Success Looks Like:

  • Building and developing a high-performing engineering team that is engaged, accountable, and focused on delivering results.
  • Driving new product development projects from concept through launch while meeting quality, cost, and timeline objectives.
  • Partnering effectively with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Sales, and Product Management to solve challenges and support business growth.
  • Leading a culture of continuous improvement by identifying opportunities, implementing sustainable solutions, and using data to drive decisions.
  • Delivering engineering projects on time and within budget while effectively managing priorities and resources.
  • Building strong relationships across the organization by communicating effectively, influencing stakeholders, and earning trust.
  • Supporting strategic initiatives that position the Bilco brand for long-term growth and innovation.
  • Travel to other Quanex locations will be required as needed.

Your Credentials:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
  • Professional Engineer Credential Preferred
  • Experience with metal fabrication including tooling and process equipment design
  • Knowledge of regulatory compliance and building code standards necessary
  • 8 years of progressive engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
  • 5 years of supervisory or leadership experience; experience managing remote team members a plus

Salary: $120,000 - $135,000 annually, with bonus potential. Starting salary varies based on your experience.

About Quanex, A Part of Something Bigger
Quanex (NYSE: NX) is a global, publicly traded manufacturing company primarily serving OEMs in the fenestration, cabinetry, solar, refrigeration and outdoor products markets. We are A Part of Something Bigger by improving the performance and aesthetics of end products through continuous innovation, helping customers achieve greater production efficiencies, dedication to giving back to communities where we operate, producing shareholder value and helping our employees learn, grow, and thrive. Learn more at Quanex.com (https://www.quanex.com/).

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Benefits:

Vacation & Paid Time Off, Health Insurance, 401K Plan

Salary : $120,000 - $135,000

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