Remote Engineering Manager - Mechanical & Electrical (Latam)

We are seeking an Engineering Manager – Mechanical & Electrical to lead and develop a distributed team of LATAM-based engineering resources.

This role is mechanically driven , with strong responsibility for design quality, execution, and manufacturability, while also overseeing electrical engineering integration.

You will act as the key bridge between U.S.-based stakeholders and LATAM execution teams , ensuring all deliverables are accurate, aligned, and delivered on time.

This is a technical leadership role , requiring deep involvement in engineering work, not a people-only management position.

Engineering Leadership & Team Management

• Lead and develop LATAM-based CAD Technicians, Drafters, Mechanical Design Engineers, and Electrical Engineers

• Set clear expectations for quality, delivery, and technical rigor

• Assign and prioritize work across multiple programs

• Mentor engineers to improve technical capabilities and execution

• Provide performance feedback and support ongoing development

Mechanical Engineering (Primary Focus)

• Own mechanical design execution across modular systems, enclosures, and industrial structures

• Review and approve designs for accuracy and manufacturability

• Ensure proper application of materials, tolerances, and fabrication methods

• Drive design-for-manufacturability (DFM) and design-for-assembly (DFA) best practices

• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering to align designs with build strategies

Electrical Engineering Oversight

• Provide leadership and oversight for electrical engineering deliverables

• Ensure clean integration between electrical systems and mechanical layouts

• Review schematics, layouts, and documentation for completeness and consistency

• Coordinate and resolve mechanical–electrical interface challenges

Standards, Quality & Governance

• Establish and enforce engineering standards, templates, and best practices

• Ensure consistent use of CAD tools, drawing standards, and revision control

• Maintain quality control across engineering output from LATAM teams

• Support engineering change management and design revisions

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Program teams

• Translate project requirements into clear engineering work packages

• Support project timelines, milestones, and risk identification

• Act as a technical escalation point for complex design challenges

Global Team Execution

• Manage distributed teams across time zones with clear communication and structure

• Ensure alignment between stakeholders and LATAM engineering execution

• Drive accountability without micromanagement

• Build repeatable workflows for offshore engineering support

Technical Review & Risk Management

• Review complex designs for technical risk, cost drivers, and manufacturability concerns

• Identify issues early and drive corrective action

• Ensure designs meet compliance, safety, and customer requirements

Requirements

Must-Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

• 10+ years of experience in industrial, modular, or engineered-to-order environments

• 5+ years of experience leading engineering teams

• Strong mechanical engineering background with design experience

• Experience managing remote or distributed teams

• Ability to review and approve mechanical and electrical designs

• Strong communication and technical leadership skills

Nice-to-Have

• Experience with modular systems, enclosures, or industrial equipment

• Experience working with CAD teams and drafting resources

• Familiarity with SolidWorks and SolidWorks Electrical

• Experience integrating mechanical and electrical systems

• Experience working with LATAM or offshore engineering teams

• Exposure to manufacturing, fabrication, or production environments

Benefits

• Work for the most exciting companies in the North American Market.

• Flexible schedules.

• Work from anywhere.

• Highly competitive compensation.