Design Engineering Manager - Pressure Vessels and Regulated Transportation Equipment

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Salary: $130,000 - $160,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are a well-established manufacturing organization known for delivering high-quality, engineered products to a diverse customer base. With a strong focus on operational excellence, safety, and continuous improvement, we take pride in building reliable solutions that support critical industries. Our team is driven by collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to doing things the right way.

Why join us?

Relocation support available

Opportunity to lead a highly specialized and impactful engineering function

Strong visibility and influence across operations and leadership

Stable and growing manufacturing environment with long-term career potential

Job Details

About The Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Design Engineering Manager to lead engineering efforts within a specialized manufacturing environment focused on pressure vessels and regulated transportation equipment. This role will oversee design, analysis, and compliance while guiding a team of engineers to deliver high-quality, code-compliant solutions.

The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise in pressure vessel design, strong knowledge of regulatory requirements, and proven leadership experience. This is a hands-on leadership role with both strategic and technical responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the design engineering function, ensuring alignment with production, quality, and regulatory standards

Oversee design and development of pressure vessels and related equipment in accordance with applicable codes and regulations

Ensure compliance with ASME and DOT/49 CFR requirements throughout design, testing, and fabrication processes

Guide engineering analysis efforts, including FEA for pressure vessels and welded structures

Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, quality, and operations teams to support production and continuous improvement

Review and approve engineering drawings, calculations, and specifications

Mentor and develop engineering team members while driving technical excellence

Support continuous improvement initiatives related to design efficiency, cost, and manufacturability

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (ABET accredited)

Minimum 5 years of experience with ASME Section VIII, Division 1 "design by rule"

Minimum 7 years of experience with 49 CFR design, testing, and fabrication requirements for cargo tank motor vehicles

At least 3 years of experience performing FEA on pressure vessels and welded sheet metal structures

Strong experience with carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum welded construction

Proven leadership or management experience within an engineering environment

Stable work history with demonstrated technical and professional growth

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