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Foth

Project Director

Green Bay, WI · Remote

Consistently ranked by Engineering News Record in the top 150 firms, we offer a values-based ... Join Foth as an Project Director , based in Green Bay, WI , or any of our 32 locations , or working ...

RFA Engineering

Mechanical Design Engineer

Green Bay, WI · On-site

$65K - $95K/yr

... engineering and manufacturing facility located near Green Bay, WI. This is a full-time position with a full benefit package listed below that includes opportunities for professional growth, direct ...

Foth

Project Director

Green Bay, WI · On-site +1

$155K - $200K/yr

Consistently ranked by Engineering News Record in the top 150 firms, we offer a values-based ... Join Foth as an Project Director , based in Green Bay, WI , or any of our 32 locations , or working ...

Newance

VP of Engineering

Green Bay, WI · On-site

$175.20K - $225.80K/yr

Develop engineers, engineering managers and directors into confident, capable leaders * Coach managers to make strong decisions independently * Drive performance reviews, promotions, and career ...

Amcor plc

Director, Thermoforming Technology

Neenah, WI · On-site

This is a highly visible role reporting to the Sr. Director, R&D. Key Responsibilities 1) Strategic ... Ability to indirectly influencing stakeholders such as Corporate Engineering, Operations, and ...

Amcor

Director, Thermoforming Technology

Neenah, WI

This is a highly visible role reporting to the Sr. Director, R&D. Key Responsibilities 1) Strategic ... Ability to indirectly influencing stakeholders such as Corporate Engineering, Operations, and ...

Brown County

Museum Director

Green Bay, WI

$95.71K/yr

Collaborates with the Neville Public Museum Foundation Board and its Executive Director to ... Makes final decisions regarding programming, collections management policies and educational ...

Larson Engineering

Structural Project Manager

Appleton, WI · On-site

$78K - $104.40K/yr

Experience managing direct reports, including staff development Preferred Qualifications * M.S. in Structural Engineering * Licensed Structural Engineer * Revit experience * RISA experience Larson ...

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As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for director engineering in Appleton, WI is $189,983.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $138,100.00 and $246,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Director of Engineering, you need a solid background in engineering principles, leadership experience, and typically a relevant degree in engineering or computer science. Familiarity with project management software, development frameworks, and certification in Agile or similar methodologies are often expected. Exceptional communication, strategic thinking, and team mentorship skills set outstanding candidates apart. These competencies are crucial for driving technical excellence, aligning teams with business goals, and ensuring successful project delivery.

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A Director of Engineering regularly works with cross-functional teams such as product management, design, and quality assurance to align engineering efforts with business objectives. This collaboration often involves participating in strategic planning meetings, setting priorities, and ensuring open communication channels between departments. Directors of Engineering also play a key role in resolving roadblocks, mediating technical discussions, and fostering a culture of teamwork to deliver projects on time and within scope. Their leadership helps ensure that engineering solutions effectively address user needs and business goals.

What does a Director of Engineering do?

A Director of Engineering oversees the engineering department within an organization, leading teams of engineers and managers to deliver high-quality products or projects. They are responsible for setting technical direction, managing budgets, and aligning engineering goals with the company’s overall strategy. Their role involves collaborating with other departments, mentoring staff, and ensuring that engineering processes are efficient and effective. Directors of Engineering also play a key role in hiring, resource allocation, and fostering innovation within their teams.
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Mechanical Engineering Manager

Mechanical Engineering Manager

Paper Converting Machine

Green Bay, WI

$101.20K - $139.60K/yr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

About Us:


 

Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.


 

Job Description:

As the Mechanical Engineering Team Leader, you will, both technically and disciplinarily, lead a team of mechanical engineers and drafters. You will be reporting directly to the Director of US Mechanical Engineering.

You may also lead engineering projects for sold work, sustaining engineering, or NPD, guiding a multidisciplinary team of mechanical, electrical, software, and systems engineers, who work together on a project-by-project basis. In this capacity, you will have dotted-line reporting to the Global Leader of New Product Development, sustaining engineering or sold work.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

Leadership & People Development

  • Lead and mentor a mechanical engineering team, where daily duties and priorities of that team are set by leaders of NPD, Sustaining, and Sold Work
  • Coordinate, plan, and distribute team resources related to prioritized requests in agreement with the Director of US Mechanical Engineering, directed by NPD, Sustaining, and Sold work leaders
  • Responsible for engineers' professional development, cultivating strength while optimizing weakness, and continually growing engineers' skills in consideration of diverse cultural backgrounds with the goal of creating a strong, motivated, and balanced team
  • Ensuring that the team has adequate skills redundancy and every member is part of a robust succession plan
  • An ambassador of cultural collaboration, innovation, and ensuring accountability across engineering
  • Promote an environment of modular development, DFM, and producing designs from a standard parts catalog
  • Identify technological trends and ensure we continue to recruit new skills as necessary
  • Collaborate with the leadership team to define team and individual goals, celebrating success and promoting individual recognition

Engineering Excellence & Process Implementation

  • Lead the design and development of products in close coordination with product management
  • Lead end-to-end projects from concept, through prototype, to 100% ready-to-use products that meet customer requirements by implementing the BW stage-gate process
  • Ensure projects are run efficiently, delivering milestones on time and on budget
  • Use new and existing tools, processes, and AI to support development processes
  • Ensure engineering projects are fully documented. Allowing operation, internal sales to function efficiently, and providing data for manuals and spare part catalogs.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering required; Master's degree preferred
  • 5+ years progressive mechanical engineering experience and 3+ years in people-focused leadership roles for mechanical engineering
  • Experience working with Operations, Software/Electrical Engineering teams, and Service departments.
  • Experience with Flexo or CI equipment.
  • Knowledge of safety and other applicable country-based standards (CE, UL, CSA, etc.)
  • Skilled in CAD (preferably SolidWorks), ERP systems, and proficient in Microsoft 365+ and PC's
  • An entrepreneurial thinker who is solution-oriented, biased for action, and has strong communication skills
  • Willingness to travel internationally if necessary to customer or manufacturing sites as needed
  • Fluent in English and German, spoken and written preferred


 

At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work-therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.

Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify.


 

Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.


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