Design Engineering Manager

Systematic Business Consulting
Galesburg, IL

đź§© Job Description


We’re a design-driven manufacturing leader seeking a qualified Design Engineering Manager to join our growing team. This is a newly created role designed to support continued expansion and strengthen our engineering leadership.


In this position, you will oversee both the Design Engineering and Project Engineering teams while collaborating closely with internal departments as well as external manufacturing and supply partners. The role focuses on implementing effective design strategies and processes while ensuring projects stay aligned with timelines, budgets, and performance goals.


This opportunity offers significant growth potential within a stable and rapidly expanding organization known for high-performing teams and strong operational leadership.


What’s Offered:

✨ $135K–$140K base salary + guaranteed annual increasing bonus

📈 Guaranteed annual pay increase

🕓 Monday–Friday schedule (8:00 AM – 4:00 PM)

🏖️ 30 days PTO starting + comprehensive benefits package

💰 401(k) with company match

🚀 Strong career advancement potential within a fast-growing company


Key Responsibilities:

� Lead and develop the engineering design team to ensure high performance and productivity

📐 Develop and implement scalable design strategies and engineering processes

📊 Monitor project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation to ensure project success

đź§  Drive innovation in manufacturability, including work with drawings and bills of material

🛠️ Provide technical leadership and resolve complex engineering design challenges

📢 Prepare and present design proposals and project updates to senior leadership


✅ Requirements

🔹 8+ years of experience in engineering design of manufacturing, industrial, or processing equipment.

🔹 3+ years of leadership or management experience

🔹 3+ years of experience with CAD software (preferably AutoCAD or Inventor)

🔹 Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check