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Production Engineering Manager Jobs in Illinois (NOW HIRING)

Engineering Manager

Bensenville, IL · On-site

$140K - $160K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This role is responsible for managing a team of engineers while driving product development, manufacturing support, process optimization, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate is a hands-on ...

Engineering Manager

Bensenville, IL · On-site

$140K - $160K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This role is responsible for managing a team of engineers while driving product development, manufacturing support, process optimization, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate is a hands-on ...

Engineering Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

... production facilities that convert dairy waste into carbon-negative hydrogen, renewable ... Position Summary The Engineering Manager is accountable for the development, management, review ...

Manager, Product Engineering

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$134K - $223K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This position reports to the Senior Manager, CIM, Product Engineering . Location This role is a hybrid role located at Merchandise Mart in downtown Chicago, 2 days per week. We will also consider ...

Engineering Manager

Chicago, IL

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

... production facilities that convert dairy waste into carbon-negative hydrogen, renewable ... Position Summary The Engineering Manager is accountable for the development, management, review ...

Manager, Product Engineering

Chicago, IL · On-site

$134K - $223K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This position reports to the Senior Manager, CIM, Product Engineering . Location This role is a hybrid role located at Merchandise Mart in downtown Chicago, 2 days per week. We will also consider ...

Manager, Product Engineering

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$134K - $223K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This position reports to the Senior Manager, CIM, Product Engineering . Location This role is a hybrid role located at Merchandise Mart in downtown Chicago, 2 days per week. We will also consider ...

Manager, Product Engineering

Chicago, IL · On-site

$134.10 - $223.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This position reports to the Senior Manager, CIM, Product Engineering . Location This role is a hybrid role located at Merchandise Mart in downtown Chicago, 2 days per week. We will also consider ...

Sr Mgr, Product Engineering

Chicago, IL

$146K - $243K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Engineering Managers partner closely with Product Management, UX, Machine Learning, and other cross-functional stakeholders to build and evolve platforms, applications, and services that power the ...

Sr Mgr, Product Engineering

Chicago, IL

$146K - $243K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Engineering Managers partner closely with Product Management, UX, Machine Learning, and other cross-functional stakeholders to build and evolve platforms, applications, and services that power the ...

Sr Mgr, Product Engineering

Chicago, IL · On-site

$146K - $243K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Engineering Managers partner closely with Product Management, UX, Machine Learning, and other cross-functional stakeholders to build and evolve platforms, applications, and services that power the ...

Engineering Manager

Itasca, IL

$130K - $160K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... ensure deadlines and production needs are met. · Provide technical guidance on CAD design ... · Manage engineering change orders (ECOs) and ensure accurate revision control. · Collaborate ...

Engineering Manager

Waukegan, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... class production performance through effective maintenance, capital project execution, asset ... Financial & Strategic Management • Owns the Maintenance & Engineering operating and capital ...

Engineering Manager

Itasca, IL · On-site

$130K - $160K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... ensure deadlines and production needs are met. · Provide technical guidance on CAD design ... · Manage engineering change orders (ECOs) and ensure accurate revision control. · Collaborate ...

Engineering Manager

Waukegan, IL

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Provides leadership to Engineering Project Managers, project engineers, the Maintenance Manager ... Partners with Production, Quality, Supply Chain and HSE to resolve critical technical issues and ...

Engineering Manager

Mossville, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The organization leads product strategy, long term technology roadmaps, and lifecycle leadership ... Role Definition Caterpillar is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead the SC2 Command Center team ...

Engineering Manager

Waukegan, IL · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Engineering Manager leads the Product Development team, overseeing product design, prototyping, testing, and quality control for new and existing retail display hardware. This role provides ...

Engineering Manager

Waukegan, IL · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Engineering Manager leads the Product Development team, overseeing product design, prototyping, testing, and quality control for new and existing retail display hardware. This role provides ...

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Production Engineering Manager information

See Illinois salary details

$28.6K

$68.7K

$110.5K

How much do production engineering manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for production engineering manager in Illinois is $68,677.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,300.00 and $78,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
Infographic showing various Production Engineering Manager job openings in Illinois as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $68,677 per year, or $33 per hour.

Engineering Manager

LHH US

Bensenville, IL • On-site

$140K - $160K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Engineering Manager
We're seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead engineering operations within a growing manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for managing a team of engineers while driving product development, manufacturing support, process optimization, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with a strong manufacturing background who can bridge engineering and operations to improve efficiency, quality, and on-time delivery.
What You'll Do
  • Lead and develop a team of design, manufacturing, and process engineers.
  • Oversee engineering projects from concept through production.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, quality, and cost reduction.
  • Ensure engineering designs, drawings, and documentation support efficient manufacturing processes.
  • Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to resolve technical challenges and improve production performance.
  • Manage engineering change activities and configuration control processes.
  • Support process planning, production readiness, and manufacturing execution.
  • Evaluate new projects for technical feasibility and manufacturing capability.
  • Ensure compliance with customer requirements, industry standards, and internal quality systems.
What We're Looking For
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
  • 5+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Proven leadership experience managing engineering teams.
  • Strong knowledge of machining, fabrication, and manufacturing processes.
  • Experience with CAD software and engineering documentation.
  • Ability to lead cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, production-driven environment.
Salary Range: $140,000-$160,000
Benefits:
  • Health, dental, and vision, life, short/long term disability insurance
  • 401(k) offering
  • Paid time off and holidays (80 hours PTO)
  • Paid sick leave where applicable by state law.
LHH is a leader in permanent recruitment-and in the placement of top talent. Our areas of specialty include office administration, customer service, human resources, engineering, and supply chain and logistics. Please feel to check us out and apply for other opportunities if this role isn't a perfect match.
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Pay Details: $140,000.00 to $160,000.00 per year
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