Director of Engineering

Millerbernd Manufacturing, a family-owned company since 1933, is driven by our core values: respectful and humbly confident, a positive attitude and solutions-oriented, a great reputation every day, loyal and united, working together, and results-driven. If these values resonate with you, we invite you to apply and join a growing team committed to excellence and shared success.

Job Title: Director of Engineering (T&I)
Location: Winsted, MN
Salary Range: $140,518 – $173,265 / year (Exempt role)
(In compliance with Minnesota Pay Transparency Law, this range reflects the anticipated compensation for this role. Actual pay may vary based on experience, education, and other factors.)
Shift Schedule: 1st shift Monday – Friday Business Hours
Shift Differential: 1st shift – N/A

Key Roles and Responsibilities as a Director of Engineering: 

• LMA
• DOT forward facing
• Enter new markets
• AASHTO knowledgebase
• Industry expertise

As a Director of Engineering, you will:

• Engrain yourself in the industry through committees and conferences
• Develop new, and maintain established, communication channels through which customers can readily contact the company in coordination with customer experience team
• Display strong leadership, team building, project management and delegation skills
• Hire, develop, train, and build a high-performing team that effectively aligns with the established engineering standards and compliments the customer experience strategy
• Development and standardization of effective design and calculation processes 
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineering and drafting team for effective capturing of shop build standards and incorporate into designs
• Proactively advocate internally for solutions and managing the customer escalation process regarding DOT standards and specifications
• Ensure design team’s effective communication with field representatives and distributors, in alignment with sales strategies
• Facilitate individual and team growth through effective development plans

Role Qualifications as a Director of Engineering:

• Bachelor’s Degree in related technical field
• Demonstrated experience with business-to-business product development, and/or business content or specification development in a technical setting
  • Other combinations of formal training and experience may be considered
• Knowledge and experience in CAD software, preferably Solid Works
• Expert knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Strategic mindset and foresight in understanding product development and project management
• Use effective and appropriate written and verbal communication skills both internally and externally, including; leading meetings, team activities, giving presentations, and resolving issues.
• Problem analysis and problem-solving abilities
• Strong interpersonal, networking, and influencing skills
• Professional, detail oriented in their work, especially customer-facing
• Confident, driven, and dynamic, producing high-quality results personally and within the team
• Self-motivated and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional skills in math, including fractions, decimals, geometry, and algebraic concepts
• Collaborative approach in team and individual settings, leading a high-performance team
• Data-driven mindset and an aptitude for technology

What we offer for employment:

Comprehensive Benefits -

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Two medical plan options, with company HSA contributions
• Health & Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA) – For medical and dependent care expenses
• Life & Disability Insurance – Company-paid basic life, AD&D, and short-/long-term disability
• Voluntary Benefits – Including optional life, legal & ID protection, accident & critical illness insurance

Financial Security -

• 401(k) with up to 4% Match – Immediate vesting
• Incentive Pay – Performance-based bonus programs depending on your role and shift
  • This role is eligible for participation in the company’s “Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP)”, a financial performance-based bonus program
  • Payouts are determined by the company’s operational results and are distributed in the first quarter of the subsequent year

Work-Life Balance -

• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement – Up to $5,250/year for job-related education
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support services
• Onsite Training – Includes leadership, welding, and language courses
• Uniform Subsidy – For eligible roles

Benefits available to employees working 30+ hours/week. 401(k) available to all employees.

We're an Equal Opportunity Employer -

Millerbernd Manufacturing Company is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas.

Ready to shape your future with us?

Apply today and discover what’s possible at Millerbernd.