Engineering Manager - Holt Area

Engineering Manager | Holt, MI

Salary Range: $118,000 - $167,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for leading engineering teams and driving technical excellence? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Holt seeking experienced Engineering Managers.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Holt that are adding Engineering Managers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of manufacturing engineers and technicians.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and successful completion of engineering projects, from design to implementation.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize manufacturing processes, reduce costs, and enhance product quality.
• Ensure adherence to engineering standards, safety regulations, and quality control procedures within manufacturing operations.
• Collaborate with production, quality assurance, and R&D teams to resolve technical issues and support new product introduction.
• Manage the engineering department budget, resources, and equipment maintenance schedules.
• Develop and implement long-term engineering strategies to support manufacturing capabilities and future growth.

Recommended Qualifications

• Strong technical background in manufacturing engineering or a related discipline, with direct experience in production environments.
• Proven experience leading, mentoring, and developing engineering teams to achieve project goals.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex engineering projects from conception to successful delivery within a manufacturing setting.
• Expertise in applying Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies to optimize manufacturing processes.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing operations, quality systems, and relevant industry standards.

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Experience with advanced manufacturing technologies (e.g., automation, IoT, AI/ML)
• Advanced degree (e.g., MBA, M.S. in Engineering Management)

Job Titles That Should Apply

Engineering Manager, Software Engineering Manager, Technical Manager, Manager of Engineering, Lead Engineering Manager, Senior Engineering Manager, Director of Engineering

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.