Engineering Supervisor
- Kenosha, WI
- $95,000-125,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Industry: Industrial Equipment ManufacturingBase Salary: $110,000–$125,000Annual Bonus: 10% performance-basedFull Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with match, generous PTO, and moreA well-established industrial equipment manufacturer—with over 50 years of innovation and global reach—is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to join their team. Known for their strong company culture, collaborative environment, and comprehensive benefits package, this organization is adding a hands-on engineering leader to help support and evolve their sustaining engineering function.This role is ideal for a “player-coach” who enjoys balancing leadership responsibilities with direct technical contributions. The ideal candidate will have a background in both mechanical and electrical systems and will play a key role in ensuring the ongoing performance and enhancement of the company’s large-scale warehousing equipment.Why This Opportunity Stands Out:? Strong organizational culture focused on collaboration and innovation? Global footprint with a local, team-first mentality? Competitive salary + 10% annual performance bonus?? Stable, legacy product line with opportunities for continuous improvement? Comprehensive benefits: healthcare, 401(k) with match, PTO, and moreKey Responsibilities:
- Provide leadership and mentorship to a team of mechanical and electrical engineers within the Sustaining Engineering group
- Oversee technical functions related to both mechanical and electrical systems
- Lead and manage product improvement initiatives, cost reduction projects, and quality enhancements for legacy equipment
- Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, quality, field service, and product management teams
- Conduct and support root cause analyses and implement corrective actions for field and production issues
- Drive documentation updates including engineering drawings, BOMs, and technical manuals
- Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards and internal design protocols
- Identify and implement standardization and optimization opportunities across product lines
- Support global engineering initiatives and continuous improvement projects
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field (Master’s degree is a plus)
- 7+ years of relevant engineering experience, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial setting
- Demonstrated leadership or mentorship experience—able to guide, motivate, and develop team members
- Strong design and CAD skills (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or equivalent)
- Familiarity with electrical systems and the ability to coordinate effectively with electrical engineering teams
- Experience with sustaining engineering, product lifecycle management, and continuous improvement
- Proficient in engineering tools and methodologies such as FMEA, DFMA, and RCA
- Excellent problem-solving, project management, and communication skills
- Hands-on, practical approach with comfort working on the shop floor as needed