Software Engineering Manager Jobs in Appleton, WI

Durr CTS (Clean Technology Systems) develops advanced environmental technologies to make industrial production cleaner, safer, and more efficient. Across all our product lines, Durr CTS offers responsive, local, and skilled service teams, delivering customer-focused support in maintenance, troubleshooting, spare parts, and plant modifications.

Since November 1st, 2025, Durr CTS has operated independently, with 1,300 employees across 12 countries. We provide reliable and innovative environmental technology solutions, helping customers worldwide meet their regulatory and sustainability goals.

Our Portfolio Includes:

• Air Pollution Control: thermal oxidation, sorptive processes, particulate matter separation
• Noise Abatement: Silencer products, filtration, gas turbine inlet and exhaust systems by Durr Universal
• Decentral Power Generation: Organic Rankine Cycle systems with Cyplan ORC

We serve a wide range of industries, including chemical, pharmaceutical, food, automotive, energy, surface coating, and many more, providing tailored solutions that help customers meet environmental regulations, reduce emissions, ensure operational reliability, and improve sustainability.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Mechanical Design Manager to lead our mechanical design team. The ideal candidate will oversee the design and development of mechanical products and systems, ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality standards. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and project management skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the Mechanical Design Team, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance evaluations.
• Develop and execute mechanical design strategies that align with company goals and project requirements.
• Oversee the creation and review of detailed mechanical designs, drawings, and specifications.
• Coordinate cross-functional collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, quality assurance, and supply chain teams.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure timely delivery of design projects.
• Implement best practices and continuous improvement initiatives within the design process.
• Evaluate and select appropriate materials, components, and manufacturing processes.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies.
• Support prototype development, testing, and validation activities.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders and present technical information clearly.
• Stay updated on new technologies, tools, and methodologies in mechanical design

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field; Master's degree preferred.
• 7 + years of experience in mechanical design and engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, ECTR).
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, materials, manufacturing processes, and product development lifecycle.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a technical team.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with FEA, CFD, or other simulation tools is a plus.
• Knowledge of industry standards (e.g., ASME, ISO) and regulatory requirements.

Durr CTS, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.

Note to all Staffing Agencies: Durr CTS, Inc. has a team of dedicated Human Resources professionals who are responsible for all hiring needs. Our practice is to partner and work with our approved vendors on an as-needed basis. We do not accept resumes from agencies that are not on our preferred vendor list and have not signed our Recruiting and Permanent Placement Contract. Any resumes submitted from unapproved vendors will be considered unsolicited, and Durr CTS will not be obligated to pay a referral fee.