Manufacturing Engineering Manager

The Manufacturing Engineering Manager is responsible for leading a team of Application Engineers and Industrial Engineers who act as the technical interface between customer requirements and internal production capabilities.This function ensures that customer-specific product configurations are technically validated, documented, and optimized for efficient manufacturing. The role plays a central part in managing drawing work orders , technical documentation, and process readiness for both standard and customized product variants.A job that matters: your tasksTeam Management & Leadership Lead and develop the team of Application Engineers and Industrial Engineers. Set clear objectives, prioritize workload, and foster collaboration within the team and across departments. Build engineering capabilities in the areas of customization, standardization, and process optimization. Customer-Specific Engineering Support Oversee the review and translation of customer requirements into technical solutions. Ensure accurate and timely creation of technical specifications, drawings, and DWOs for customized orders. Act as escalation point for complex technical or feasibility challenges. Drawing Work Orders & Technical Documentation Ensure high-quality, consistent, and efficient management of DWOs, BOMs, and product configuration data. Drive standardization of engineering outputs and proper use of PLM/ERP systems (e.g., SAP, SolidWorks). Maintain strong change control practices in line with internal procedures and customer expectations. Industrialization & Manufacturing Readiness Support the industrialization of new or customized products — ensuring manufacturability, process compatibility, and minimal production disruption. Collaborate with production, planning, and quality to validate routings, tools, and production data. Promote DFM/DFA principles to improve cost-efficiency and reduce lead time. Process Improvement & Standardization Lead or support initiatives to streamline DWO creation, engineering change handling, and custom product setup. Improve response times and reduce engineering rework through lean principles and root cause analysis. Cross-functional Collaboration Work closely with Sales Engineering, R&D, Production, Planning, and Quality teams to ensure seamless integration of customer-specific requirements. Participate in technical reviews, feasibility studies, and product launch readiness assessments. An experience that matters: your skills Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering. Minimum 6 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment. At least 3 years in a team leadership or management role. Solid experience with technical order processing, application engineering, or product customization. Strong working knowledge of engineering systems (CAD, PLM, SAP). Excellent leadership and people development skills Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and production flows Experience in DWO or technical documentation workflows Structured, detail-oriented, and process-driven mindset Effective communication and collaboration across departments Customer-focused and solution-oriented approach A workplace that matters: our offering Best opportunities in a globally operating company valuing diversity, inclusion, sustainability and mutual trust Attractive remuneration package Opportunity for flexibility with a hybrid working model Home office allowance 25 days paid annual leave Additional health insurance Employee Assistance Program (Mental Health, Legal & Financial Counselling 200 BGN Food vouchers Public transportation card Optional parking space Multisport card Language training opportunity Employee referral program Brand new modern office premises in a class A Business building Fresh fruits in the office Training and mentorship programs Access to over 15,000 LinkedIn Learning courses to assist in your development