Engineering/Design Manager - Santa Fe, TX
abgiHouston (TX)
About the role
ABGi USA is partnering with an established manufacturing client in the oil & gas / industrial valve space to identify an experienced Engineering/Design Managerto lead and continue developing its engineering function. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on engineering leader who enjoys being close to the product, improving processes, developing a team, and taking ownership of engineering and design from concept through production.
What You’ll Do:
- Lead, mentor, and develop the Engineering Department while fostering accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement
- Oversee the full product lifecycle, including new product design, development, modification, testing, and implementation
- Manage engineering documentation, drawings, specifications, and design controls
- Ensure products and designs meet applicable industry codes, quality standards, and customer requirements
- Drive process optimization and maintain strong quality control throughout the engineering function
- Partner closely with manufacturing, production, quality, and other cross‑functional teams
- Manage multiple engineering projects, priorities, timelines, and resources
- Provide technical leadership to internal team members and external engineering partners
What We’re Looking For:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering required; Master’s Degree preferred 5+ years of engineering/design experience within oil & gas, valve manufacturing, or a related industrial environment
- Previous experience leading or managing an engineering function/team
- Experience with valves, actuation, piping systems, or related equipment strongly preferred
- Working knowledge of SolidWorks, MathCAD, FEA and/or CFDFamiliarity with applicable industry standards such as API 6D, API 6A, MSS-SP-81, and ASMEStrong understanding of design modifications, engineering documentation, quality control, and manufacturing processes
- Confident, proactive leadership style with strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills
- This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on an established organization while helping shape the continued growth and development of its engineering department.#LI-ABGIUSA
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