Engineering Manager, Game
The Engineering Manager at Confidential Client leads technical teams to develop and implement advanced engineering solutions across manufacturing and technical centers. This role focuses on driving innovation in automation, robotics, mechanical design, and packaging technologies while managing strategic projects and building long-term technical capabilities. The position requires strong technical acumen, leadership skills, and adaptability to deliver impactful engineering breakthroughs in a dynamic environment.
About Careertakes
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What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is seeking an Engineering Manager (entry-level to early career) to lead engineering projects that advance manufacturing, packaging, controls, and robotics capabilities. In this hands-on leadership role you will guide technical teams, deliver complex projects, and help scale digital and mechanical solutions across Product Supply and manufacturing sites.
- Lead engineering projects across Intelligent Controls & Automation, Mechanical Design & Development, Packaging/Converting, Instrumentation & Metrology, Robotics, and Environmental/Civil scopes
- Drive design, development, and deployment of PLC-based control systems (Rockwell), sensors, drives, and industrial networks
- Manage mechanical design, prototyping and CAE activities; apply 3D CAD to develop robust machine and packaging solutions
- Architect and implement robotics and machine vision solutions for high-speed production tasks
- Lead packaging material validation, supplier qualification, and line optimization efforts
- Build digital landscapes for production equipment, leverage data analytics and AI/ML where applicable to improve control performance
- Own project schedules, budgets, technical deliverables and ensure HS&E / Quality compliance
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to capability-building programs and formal training
- Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, quality, supply chain, and procurement stakeholders
What We’re Looking For
Candidates at the entry or early-career level (0–5 years relevant experience) who demonstrate technical curiosity, strong problem-solving, and a project mindset.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or closely related discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Chemical, Materials Science, Packaging Science, Environmental, Civil, etc.)
- Relevant hands-on experience via internships, co-ops, academic work, or early-career roles (0–5 years)
- Proven exposure to industrial PLCs (Rockwell preferred), machine/process control, sensors, motors, or industrial networking
- Mechanical systems experience: 3D CAD, machine design, prototyping, CAE fundamentals
- Experience or familiarity with robotics, machine vision, and programming (Python, LabVIEW, Java, C# desirable)
- Knowledge of packaging processes, material validation, or precision metrology a strong plus
- Strong analytical abilities, root-cause problem solving and data-driven decision making
- Demonstrated ability to manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables
- Agility to adapt to changing project scope and priorities; willingness to consider relocation throughout career
- Ability to travel ~10–25% as required
Preferred / Nice-to-Have
- Direct experience with Industry 4.0 initiatives, digital twin, or control system analytics
- Prior work in high-speed packaging, converting, or manufacturing automation
- Supplier management and qualification experience
- Experience developing or integrating AI/ML for control or predictive maintenance
Additional Details
- Employment type: FULL_TIME
- Experience level: Entry Level (0–5 years relevant experience)
- Travel: 10–25% typical, may vary by project
- Relocation: Candidates should be open to relocation for career development; relocation support may be available for qualified candidates
- Immigration sponsorship: Not available for this role
- Compensation: Confidential Client states total rewards include salary + bonus (where applicable) + benefits. A salary estimate was provided in the source posting but final pay depends on location, role, credentials, and experience.
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Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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