Manager, Engineered Systems

Columbus McKinnon

Manager of Engineered Systems driving automation projects including design specifications and commissioning at Columbus McKinnon. Leading project execution and customer relationships for hoist lifting systems.

Posted 7/4/2026full-timeWadesboro • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop solutions and drive automation projects including creating design specifications, software configuration and testing
Commissioning and start-up of a variety of hoist lifting systems
Provide leadership and accountability for project execution, ensuring successful delivery from concept through commissioning while meeting performance, quality, and financial objectives
Build, maintain, and grow customer relationships for engineered systems; identify opportunities for new business and support plant-driven projects as needed
Act as a liaison between customers and internal operations
Independently manage multiple projects and system orders simultaneously, balancing priorities, resources, and timelines to meet customer needs
Develop and communicate project estimates, including costs, schedules, scope, and key deliverables, to support customer proposals and internal planning
Provide both mechanical and electrical solutions for start-ups
Maintain and coordinate detailed project schedules, including engineering, manufacturing, and field service activities, to ensure on-time delivery
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or similar degree preferred
10+ years of experience working with automated equipment, including CNC machines and programming, with strong electrical knowledge and understanding of current machining best practices
DoD and MIL project experience a plus
Must be experienced with PLCs, VFDs, encoders, power components, and controls design
Willing and able to travel as necessary for project requirements to include but not be limited to: project installation and start-up activities, client meetings, company sponsored meetings, training, industry related seminars, forums, or conventions.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Drug Free Workplace
Paid time off

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Hard Skills & Tools

CNC ProgrammingControls DesignVFDsEncodersPower ComponentsMechanical SolutionsElectrical SolutionsDesign SpecificationsSoftware ConfigurationTesting

Soft Skills

LeadershipAccountabilityCommunicationProblem-SolvingTime Management