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Engineering and Design Manager (Commercial Cabinets)

Revolution Search Group
Appleton, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 5/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/2/2026
Team Size: 4 Direct Reports (2 Engineers, 2 Drafters)
Reports To: Owner
Salary Range: $100,000 – $150,000
Growth Opportunity: Seat at the table with long-term upside
Position Overview
This is a newly created, high-impact leadership role reporting directly to the Owner. The Engineering Manager (Drafting & Design) will lead a team of 4 while remaining hands-on in design and execution.
This role is focused on commercial cabinetry and millwork within a design-build environment. The ideal candidate understands how projects move from concept → engineering → production → installation and can lead with that full lifecycle in mind.
Company Growth & Opportunity
Production has scaled from ~6 cabinets/day to 30 per day with new equipment
Increased capacity is driving more complex, fast-moving design-build projects
Engineering must evolve to keep pace with production and field demands
Key Responsibilities
Build & Lead the Function
Lead and develop a team of 2 Engineers and 2 Drafters
Establish structure, standards, and accountability
Partner directly with the Owner on priorities and execution
Design-Build Leadership (Core Requirement)
Own projects from concept through installation
Ensure designs account for field conditions, sequencing, and install realities
Collaborate across design, production, and field teams to keep projects on track
Commercial Cabinetry / Millwork
Oversee engineering for commercial cabinetry and architectural millwork
Manage large-scale, custom, multi-phase projects
Ensure designs are both functional in the field and efficient in production
Design & Drafting Oversight
Oversee all work within AutoCAD and Cabinet Vision
Ensure drawings are accurate, detailed, and production-ready
Standardize templates and processes
Manufacturing & Field Alignment
Ensure engineering output keeps pace with increased production capacity
Anticipate and eliminate field/install issues during the design phase
Reduce rework and improve first-pass accuracy
Qualifications
Required (Non-Negotiable):
10 years of experience in drafting, design, or engineering
Design-Build experience — must have worked on projects from concept through installation
Strong background in commercial cabinetry / architectural millwork
Proficiency in AutoCAD and experience with Cabinet Vision (or similar)
Experience supporting large-scale commercial projects
Preferred:
Direct experience working with installers, job sites, or GCs
Leadership experience managing or mentoring a team
What Success Looks Like
Designs that work in the field, not just on paper
Seamless flow from design → production → installation
Reduced rework through better upfront planning
Engineering that keeps pace with a 5x increase in production capacity

Salary : $100,000 - $150,000

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