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Mechanical Engineering Director Jobs in Appleton, WI

Lead Mechanical Engineer

Menasha, WI

$113K - $136K/yr

The Lead Mechanical Engineer will support the Design Engineering team in the design and ... This position will direct other team members within the Design Engineering team in design ...

Lead Mechanical Engineer

Menasha, WI · On-site

$113K - $136K/yr

The Lead Mechanical Engineer will support the Design Engineering team in the design and ... This position will direct other team members within the Design Engineering team in design ...

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How much do mechanical engineering director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for mechanical engineering director in Appleton, WI is $169,628.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $149,200.00 and $191,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a mechanical engineering director?

To thrive as a Mechanical Engineering Director, you need deep expertise in mechanical engineering principles, project management, and a relevant engineering degree, often paired with a Professional Engineer (PE) license. Familiarity with CAD software, PLM systems, and engineering project management tools is typical, alongside experience in regulatory compliance. Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and strong interpersonal skills set top performers apart in guiding teams and cross-functional projects. These skills and qualifications are crucial for driving innovation, ensuring technical excellence, and achieving organizational goals in complex engineering environments.

What does a mechanical engineering director do?

A Mechanical Engineering Director oversees the engineering department responsible for designing, developing, and improving mechanical systems and products. They lead teams of engineers, set project goals, manage budgets, and ensure that engineering projects meet quality and safety standards. Additionally, they collaborate with other departments, provide technical guidance, and drive innovation within the organization. Their role is crucial in aligning engineering strategies with the company's overall objectives.

What are some common challenges mechanical engineering directors face in leading multidisciplinary teams?

Mechanical Engineering Directors often oversee teams composed of engineers from various backgrounds, such as electrical, software, and manufacturing. A common challenge is ensuring clear communication and collaboration across these disciplines, especially when managing complex projects with tight deadlines. Directors must balance technical leadership with strategic vision, mentor team members, and resolve conflicts that can arise from differing perspectives. Successfully navigating these challenges not only helps deliver high-quality products but also fosters a positive and innovative team culture.
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$113K - $136K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

You've discovered something special. A company that cares. Cares about leading the way in construction, engineering, manufacturing and renewable energy. Cares about redefining how energy is designed, applied and consumed. Cares about thoughtfully growing to meet market demands. And as "one of the Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America" is focused on the mind/body/soul of team members through our Culture of Care.

This Lead Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for designing and leading other team members in specifying mechanical and electro-mechanical parts and assemblies that will be used within products that are used within the renewable energy, microgrid, EV charging, crypto mining, and data center markets.

The Lead Mechanical Engineer will support the Design Engineering team in the design and qualification of mechanical components, sub-systems, multi-level assemblies, and system architecture of various products that are used within the energy industry. This position will also work with other disciplines within the organization to understand customer and market requirements, design products to be easy to both manufacture and assemble, support products as they go through the Product Development Process, and support service and aftermarket needs.

This position will direct other team members within the Design Engineering team in design activities and along with aligning these activities to the project timelines. These team members will be both designers and engineers. This position will provide coaching and mentoring for their team through regular interactions to provide scope and direction for project tasks along with providing growth opportunities to their team.

The ability to understand high-level requirements and create detail-level requirements and designs will be key to meeting project objectives. This position will lead the development of engineering scope and direction for projects within the business.

About the Product Engineering Team

Our ProductEngineeringTeam sits at the intersection of innovation and execution, transforming ideas into real-world products and solutions for Excellerate Products(tm), a division of Faith Technologies Incorporated (FTI). From early concept through full-scale production, our engineers design Data Center power distribution products, Electric Vehicle chargingskids, switchboards and more! With a strong focus on quality, manufacturability, and customer outcomes, we ensureeveryproduct is engineered to perform in the real world-safely, reliably, and at scale.

To learn more about our products and services, visit our website: Excellerate Products - Smarter Power Solutions - FTI.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
  • 8+ years of experience
  • Working knowledge in 2D/3D CAD design software
  • Experience with structural enclosures, mechanical assemblies, HVAC systems, mechanical piping, firefighting systems, and/or power generation
  • Problem solving skills, root cause analysis, and corrective action experience
  • Experience in Bill of Material creation and Change Notice processes

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • 10 years of product design experience
  • Design experience in electrical components or equipment within the energy industry
  • Design experience with programming languages and controls software
  • Manufacturing and field support experience
  • Experience in leading other team members

Travel: 10-25%

Work Schedule: This position works between the hours of 7 AM and 5 PM, Monday- Friday. Works a sufficient schedule to meet the expectations of the role.

Work Location: This role requires work to be done Onsite from our Menasha, WI office. Our onsite roles include a high level of workplace and schedule flexibility to support a healthy work-life balance.

Menasha, WI offers an excellent quality of life with a low cost of living, short commute times, and a strong sense of community. Located in the heart of the Fox Valley and along Lake Winnebago, the area provides access to outdoor recreation, safe neighborhoods, and top-rated schools. Just minutes from Appleton and within easy reach of Green Bay and Milwaukee, Menasha combines small-town living with convenient access to dining, entertainment, sports, and regional travel, making it an ideal place to relocate and build a long-term career.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Plans, directs, and coordinates activities of their engineering team.
  • Provides coaching and development opportunities for their team through regular interactions.
  • Develops the design scope and timeline for their discipline within engineering projects.
  • Responsible for meeting project requirements and timelines
  • Research, create, and update engineering design standards to promote best practices.
  • Supports the design of mechanical components and sub-systems for power/low voltage products including component selection, general layouts, assembly design and installation.
  • Performs complex design calculations to ensure design compliance with project requirements or reviews others work for correctness.
  • Studies and understands related government and industry standards that govern the products being developed.
  • Produce relevant documentation needed to meet project goals, mechanical layouts, mechanical component prints, mechanical assemblies, and compliance documents.
  • Interacts with the Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Industrial Engineering staff on a regular basis.
  • Participate and present technical information during design meetings or reviews.
  • Supports the creation of 2D prints and 3D models at a system level
  • Help develop product Bill of Material structures to allow for modularity and configurability of products.
  • Reviews Bills of Materials and Change Notices to release components and assemblies.
  • Support costing activities to ensure pricing targets are achieved at the project level.
  • Supports the creation of technical manuals for operation and maintenance of related products.
  • Provide technical assistance for prototype and pilot builds along with production support as needed.
  • Works with suppliers to integrate various components into higher level system designs.
  • Supports service, aftermarket, and installation teams as needed.
  • Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time other than the TN1 Visa (Canadian).

The job description and responsibilities described are intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

How Does FTI Give YOU the Chance to Thrive?

If you're energized by new challenges, FTI provides you with many opportunities. Joining FTI opens doors to redefine what's possible for your future.

Once you're a team member, you're supported and provided with the knowledge and resources to achieve your career goals with FTI. You're officially in the driver's seat of your career, and FTI's career development and continued education programs give you opportunities to position yourself for success.

FTI is a "merit to the core" organization. We recognize and reward top performers, offering competitive, merit-based compensation, career path development and a flexible and robust benefits package.

Benefits are the Game-Changer

We provide industry-leading benefits as an investment in the lives of team members and their families.You're invited to review the full list of FTI benefits available to regular/full-time team members. Start here. Grow here. Succeed here. If you're ready to learn more about your career with FTI, apply today!

Faith Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer - veterans/disabled.