Head of Engineering

Axiom Custom Products is a designer and custom manufacturer that services the creative, events, retail, and construction industries. Axiom leverages its digital manufacturing technologies, manufacturing expertise, and decades of experience to deliver the highest quality products unmatched in the industry. The Role The Head of Engineering manages the design‑engineering department, turning concepts, sketches, and drawings into manufacturable assemblies that can be built and installed.

The role is both technical and managerial: resourcing, scheduling, supporting engineers; overseeing quality and accuracy; improving processes; and ensuring that the team delivers complete, manufacturable designs on time and within project budgets. The Head of Engineering works closely with Sales, Project Management, and Manufacturing to keep projects moving and aligned with our capabilities, and is expected to jump in on complex technical work as needed. The Role + You Help Sales and Estimating evaluate technical feasibility and pricing during proposals.

Coordinate with Project Managers, Account Managers, Manufacturing, and Installation to align designs with real‑world needs and constraints. Intake, schedule, and assign work based on project needs, timelines, and team capacity, supporting a team of SolidWorks‑based design engineers. When the team is understaffed, manage independent engineering contractors.

Ensure work is completed on schedule, which may require overtime, re‑prioritization, or hands‑on help when necessary. Maintain high standards of manufacturability, installability, accuracy, and completeness. Guide and review team output, providing technical support as needed.

Understand Axiom’s machines, tooling, equipment, and processes so that designs reflect these capabilities. Provide technical support to manufacturing teams throughout the build process, troubleshoot and resolve technical or operational issues during project execution, and work closely with engineers to meet project budgets and timelines. Develop and refine department processes, tools, and workflows, and take the lead on complex design‑engineering work when required.

Conduct site visits for surveys, support, and validation, promote continuous improvement within the department and across departments, and stay current on design‑engineering best practices, tools, and trends. Essential Skills and Experience Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, or related field (preferred) 7+ years of hands‑on SolidWorks experience with strong technical skills Proven experience leading a design‑engineering team in a fast‑paced custom environment Strong working knowledge of manufacturing processes, finishes, and materials (wood, metal, plastics, etc.) Confident leader with the ability to manage, mentor, and motivate a team Comfortable working across departments and collaborating with cross‑functional teams Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to juggle multiple projects at once Clear communicator, able to explain technical information to non‑technical people Familiar with Adobe Creative Suite and SketchUp Bonus: experience managing project budgets, timelines, and risks Experience designing for manufacturing using in‑house capabilities and constraints Able to read and interpret architectural, structural, and creative drawings Experience coordinating with Professional and Structural Engineers to meet structural requirements Success The Head of Engineering must thrive in a dynamic work environment under high‑pressure deadlines and contribute to continuous improvement. Success is measured by delivering clean, high‑quality, manufacturable engineering assets and designs on time; controlling project profitability and adherence to budgets; standardizing model and drawing accuracy; and building a highly engaged, collaborative team that remains through projects.

The Reward Salary range: $110,000 – $120,000. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage (with options for dependents), 401(k) and Roth investment options, 20 days of PTO after year one, and paid holidays. #J-18808-Ljbffr