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Engineering Manager

Rise Technical
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 9/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/25/2025

Engineering Manager – Design


$125,000 - $150,000 Progression Training Flexible Hours Benefits 401(k) Holiday Excellent PTO Weekends Off


Chicago, IL


Are you a leader with design experience looking to take the technical lead and mentor a team of engineers through the design process of state-of-the-art machinery?


On offer is a highly autonomous role offering the chance to manage the design process of cutting-edge machinery from concept to completion for industry leading customers.


This specialist company designs and manufactures heavy industrial equipment for industries including demolition, construction, and excavation. With global operations and state-of-the-art facilities, they are recognized as a market leader. It’s an exciting time to join, with the chance to contribute directly to their continued growth and success.


On offer is a leadership role with autonomy across multiple departments, including electrical, mechanical, and design. You will build and guide your own team, mentoring them through the industrial equipment design process, from R&D and prototyping to final design improvements. You will review and enhance designs to boost efficiency and performance, while working closely with customers to ensure specifications are met and operations are optimized.


This role would suit a proven leader with design skills looking to advance their career to become a technical lead, working across technically challenging engineering projects.


The Role:

  • Create and review designs for industrial equipment and machinery of varying size and complexity
  • Build, manage, and lead a team of engineers
  • Improve existing designs, develop processes, and enhance efficiencies
  • Collaborate with customers to ensure design specifications are met


The Person:

  • Proven leadership, supervisory, or management experience
  • Strong design engineering skills, preferably using SolidWorks
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering



Key Words: Engineering Manager, Design Management, Heavy Industrial Machinery, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Equipment, Product Design, CAD, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Project Management, Cross-Functional Leadership, Team Leadership, Process Improvement, Efficiency Optimization, Product Development, Prototyping, Manufacturing Processes, Quality Assurance, Customer Collaboration, Supply Chain Coordination, Technical Expertise, Innovation, Engineering Strategy, Design Review, Mechanical Systems, Electrical Systems, Industrial Automation, Risk Assessment, Compliance, Continuous Improvement

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Seamus Curtin at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Salary : $125,000 - $150,000

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