Mgr, Manufacturing Engineering

Building the people that build the world.

With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer more efficient sustainable world. Through our Rise talent development framework we Reach Identify Strengthen and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. Were a global company with problem solvers collaborators and innovators and our businesses build solutions that impact the world.

This is a position with WM Technologies LLC and affiliate of SPX Enterprises LLC which manufactures and sells Weil-McLain branded products. Weil-McLain is a leading North American brand of hydronic comfort heating systems for residential commercial and institutional buildings since 1881.

How you will make an Impact (Job Summary)

SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. As the Manufacturing Engineering Manager you will provide strategic and technical leadership for manufacturing engineering activities that improve safety quality delivery productivity and cost performance. You will lead continuous improvement initiatives support new product introduction efforts and help drive operational excellence through Lean manufacturing principles and process innovation.

What you can expect in this role (Job Responsibilities)

While each day brings new opportunities at SPX your core responsibilities will be:

1. Manufacturing Engineering Leadership

• Lead and provide strategic direction to the manufacturing engineering team.
• Support plant objectives related to safety quality production delivery and cost reduction.
• Participate as a member of the plant leadership team to help determine operational strategy and direction.
• Prioritize engineering projects and routine activities to align with business objectives.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to cross-functional teams

1. Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence

• Drive Lean manufacturing initiatives and support expansion of Lean culture throughout the facility.
• Identify and implement process improvements and new technologies.
• Utilize problem-solving and root cause analysis tools such as 8D 5 Why and statistical analysis.
• Support engineering change management standard work instructions (SWI) testing and audit processes.
• Ensure manufacturing processes meet required specifications and efficiency targets.

1. Capital Planning & New Product Introduction

• Develop and manage engineering capital plans and budgets.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities to ensure manufacturability and process readiness.
• Manage relationships with external technical service providers and contractors as needed.
• Support quality systems initiatives including PPAP APQP PFMEA control plans and error-proofing activities.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

What we are looking for (Experience Knowledge Skills Abilities Education)

We each bring something to the table and we are looking for someone who has:

Required Experience

• 8 years of manufacturing engineering and/or technical leadership experience.
• Experience with manufacturing processes including assembly fabrication powder coat paint and electrical testing.
• Experience leading engineering teams within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives

Preferred Experience Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Strong leadership communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Strong understanding of quality systems including PPAP APQP PFMEA and control plans.
• Experience with engineering change management and process conformance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel PowerPoint and Word.
• Knowledge of auditing processes and manufacturing testing systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with urgency and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively with employees at all organizational levels.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelors degree in Engineering required; Mechanical Electrical or Industrial Engineering preferred or equivalent experience.
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification preferred.

Travel & Working Environment

• Primarily plant/manufacturing environment.
• Occasional travel may be required to support business operations or suppliers (Up to 25%)

How we live our culture

Our culture is at the center of what we do and more importantly who we are. Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other. Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team each of us leads.

What Benefits do we offer

We know that the well-being of our employees is integral. Our benefits include:

• Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal time off caregiver parental and volunteer leave
• Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match with benefits starting day one
• Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
• Educational assistance leadership development programs and recognition programs

Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion

We value different backgrounds experiences and voices and we are committed to challenging ourselves openly communicating and striving to improve every day. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realize their fullest potential.

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation or identity national origin age disability veteran status or any other legally protected basis.