Sheet Metal Fab- Engineering Mgr

US Enhanced • Full-time • Burlington, North Carolina, United States • $120,000 - $135,000 / year • 3m ago

Senior Engineering Manager – Sheet Metal & CNC Manufacturing
Location: Burlington, NC
Compensation: $120,000–$135,000 base salary + 10–15% annual bonus

We are seeking an experienced Senior Engineering Manager to lead engineering and estimating functions within a well-established manufacturing operation. This role combines deep technical expertise with people leadership and plays a key role in driving manufacturability, cost accuracy, and operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate brings a strong background in sheet metal fabrication and CNC machining, along with proven experience leading technical teams and supporting high-mix, customer-driven manufacturing environments.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering Leadership

Oversee all engineering activities supporting production and customer requirements
Advise customers on design-for-manufacturability best practices
Resolve complex technical challenges in collaboration with production teams
Establish and maintain engineering standards, procedures, and documentation
Evaluate and recommend new manufacturing technologies and processes

Estimating & Costing

Lead the estimating function to ensure accurate and competitive quotes
Review complex or high-value estimates for feasibility and pricing accuracy
Maintain standardized estimating procedures using advanced estimating software

Team Leadership

Lead, mentor, and develop engineering and estimating teams
Establish performance metrics and conduct regular reviews
Recruit, onboard, and retain high-performing technical talent

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner closely with sales, production, and quality teams
Participate in customer-facing technical discussions as needed
Contribute to strategic planning and continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related Engineering field
10+ years of experience in sheet metal fabrication and/or CNC machining
5+ years of experience managing engineering or technical teams
Strong knowledge of fabrication processes, CNC machining, and GD&T
Proficiency with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, Fusion, or similar)
Experience with ERP systems and manufacturing cost analysis

Preferred

Master’s degree in Engineering or Business
Experience with ISO 9001, lean manufacturing, or Six Sigma
Customer-facing engineering or business development experience

What’s Offered

Competitive base salary with bonus potential
Full benefits package (health, dental, vision)
Retirement plan with company match
Paid time off and holidays
Long-term leadership opportunity in a stable manufacturing environment

Apply through Indeed to be considered.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $120,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Sheet Metal Fabrication: 10 years (Required)
Management: 5 years (Required)
estimating : 3 years (Preferred)
CNC milling machine: 3 years (Preferred)
3d CAD software: 5 years (Required)
GD&T: 5 years (Required)

Shift availability:

Day Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

Burlington, NC 27215: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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