Engineering Manager

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions

. Develop project objectives, concepts, design approaches, and specifications .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeKenosha • Wisconsin • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mechanical engineering product design, project management, and collaboration across departments to ensure manufacturability, quality, and cost-effectiveness of products. Proficient in CAD drawing preparation, technical specifications, and patent documentation.

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Mechanical Engineering DegreeProfessional Engineering LicensureProduct Design ExperienceManufacturing Environment BackgroundProject Management Skills

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Hard Skills

CAD Drawing PreparationProduct Performance ConfirmationResearch and DevelopmentMaterial SpecificationsDesign AccuracyTolerancesCost EffectivenessTechnical SpecificationsPatent DocumentationProblem-Solving

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Oral CommunicationIndependent JudgmentOrganizational SkillsCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineering Licensure

Industry Keywords

ManufacturabilityProduct QualityField Application ProblemsSupplier CollaborationTechnical Support

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop project objectives, concepts, design approaches, and specifications
Ensure component manufacturability and cost effectiveness
Confirm product performance
Instruct the engineering department on CAD drawing preparation, layout requirements, design accuracy, tolerances, and material specifications
Execute research, development, and testing of new products and improvements to existing products or components
Keep informed about new developments through professional contacts, societies, trade shows, tests, technical papers, and journals
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of new materials and development software
Document and apply for new patent opportunities
Oversee external product documentation and keep it current
Make decisions ensuring product quality and reliability
Work directly with suppliers
Work with Customer Service, Technical Support, and Production to resolve field application or performance problems
Collaborate with Sales, Operations, and Marketing to develop quality products cost-effectively
Provide technical specifications for marketing new products

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field
Professional engineering licensure
7-10+ years being responsible for engineering product design
Strong background working within a manufacturing environment
Strong written and oral communication skills
Capability to develop, coordinate, and manage multiple concurrent projects
Independent judgment and discretion for planning, organization, control, integration, and completion of projects and company objectives
Problem-solving ability with a variety of concrete variables where limited standardization exists

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work environment
Regular feedback, training, and development opportunities
Opportunity to grow role locally, regionally, or internationally
Global team environment
Diverse and inclusive teams