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Wherever there are machines or products in motion, SKF bearings are there to reduce friction. SKF drives the industries that support our way of life, powers the machines that put food on the table, and even helps explore the cosmos.\nSustainability is at the heart of everything we do. SKF is on pace to decarbonize all its production facilities by 2030.\nWe’re guided by our SKF values. Collaboration is critical to the success of our colleagues, partners, and customers. Curiosity and Courage provide a foundation for innovation and advancement. And we do this work out of Care for our people, customers, communities, and the planet.\nWe’re a company committed to a culture of belonging, where all our people are encouraged to be themselves and grow their careers in an equitable environment.\nLearn about SKF at www.skf.com.\nJob Summary\nThe Design & Process Engineering Manager leads the development, optimization, and implementation of product designs and manufacturing processes to support business objectives related to safety, quality, cost, delivery, and innovation. This role manages engineering teams responsible for product design, process development, continuous improvement, and new product introduction while ensuring alignment with customer requirements, regulatory standards, and operational goals.\nThe Design & Process Engineering Manager collaborates closely with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, Sales, and Product Management to drive engineering excellence and operational efficiency across the organization.\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities\nEngineering Leadership\nLead and develop Design and Process Engineering teams through coaching, mentoring, performance management, and professional development.\nEstablish engineering priorities and allocate resources to support strategic business objectives.\nFoster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, collaboration, and accountability.\nManage departmental budgets, project timelines, and engineering resources.\nProduct Design & Development\nOversee product design activities from concept through production release.\nReview and approve engineering drawings, specifications, bills of materials (BOMs), and design changes.\nEnsure product designs meet customer requirements, manufacturability standards, quality expectations, and cost targets.\nLead design reviews, risk assessments, and engineering validation activities.\nSupport value engineering initiatives to improve product performance and reduce costs.\nProcess Engineering & Manufacturing Support\nDevelop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes to improve productivity, quality, and operational efficiency.\nLead process improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and other continuous improvement methodologies.\nEvaluate and implement new manufacturing technologies, automation, tooling, and equipment.\nEstablish process standards, work instructions, process flows, and manufacturing documentation.\nAnalyze production data and lead efforts to reduce waste, variability, downtime, and production costs.\nNew Product Introduction (NPI)\nManage engineering support for new product launches, facility expansions, and process transfers.\nCoordinate cross-functional activities to ensure successful product industrialization and production readiness.\nDevelop manufacturing plans, process validations, and production qualification strategies.\nIdentify and mitigate design and process risks during product development.\nQuality & Compliance\nEnsure engineering processes comply with applicable safety, environmental, industry, and regulatory standards.\nPartner with Quality teams to investigate customer complaints, non-conformances, and corrective actions.\nLead root cause analysis and implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).\nSupport compliance with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, AS9100, FDA, or other applicable standards.\nProject Management\nLead capital investment projects from concept through implementation.\nPrepare project justifications, ROI analyses, budgets, and execution plans.\nManage engineering project schedules, scope, costs, and deliverables.\nTrack and report key project and departmental performance metrics.\nRequired Qualifications\nBachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Product Design Engineering, or related field.\n7+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.\n3+ years of leadership or supervisory experience managing engineering teams.\nStrong knowledge of product development, manufacturing processes, and process optimization.\nExperience leading cross-functional engineering and operational improvement projects.\nProficiency with CAD software, engineering documentation, and manufacturing systems.\nStrong project management, problem-solving, and analytical skills.\nExcellent communication, leadership, and organizational abilities.\nPreferred Qualifications\nMaster’s degree in engineering, Engineering Management, or Business Administration (MBA).\nProfessional Engineer (PE) license.\nLean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.\nExperience with automation, robotics, Industry 4.0 technologies, and digital manufacturing systems.\nKnowledge of ERP/MRP systems and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software.\nExperience within regulated industries such as automotive, aerospace, medical device, consumer products, or industrial manufacturing.\nKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities\nContinuous Improvement Mindset\nStrategic and operational leadership\nEngineering design principles\nManufacturing process development\nContinuous improvement methodologies\nProduct lifecycle management\nRoot cause analysis and problem solving\nBudget and project management\nData analysis and decision-making\nTechnical documentation and change management\nCustomer-focused engineering solutions\nTeam building and employee development\nWhat You’ll Love About SKF:\nRest and Relaxation. Enjoy a generous PTO policy and 13 paid holidays.\nWork/Life Integration. SKF supports work/life integration, home, family, community, personal well-being and health.\nDiversity in the Workplace. At SKF, we strive to embed Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in everything we do. By developing a culture of belonging, our people can flourish; leading to an inclusive, equitable environment that promotes leadership, engagement and innovation.\nBest in Class Benefits. SKF cares about the wellbeing of our employees. Comprehensive healthcare options to fit your needs and opt out payment. Added benefits include company paid life insurance, STD, LTD. Supplemental benefits include critical illness coverage, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs, and much more!\nBonus. SKF offers STVS (Short Term Variable Salary) or Sales Incentive based on company performance and at the discretion of management.\nInvest in your Future. 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