Director of Manufacturing Engineering presso LayerZero Power Systems Inc

Description

***THIS IS AN ON-SITE POSITION LOCATED IN AURORA, OHIO*** 

About Us

LayerZero Power Systems Inc. is a globally recognized leader in providing state-of-the-art power distribution solutions for critical industries. With a strong focus on reliability, innovation, and customer satisfaction, we deliver advanced power systems products that ensure an uninterrupted and dependable power supply in mission-critical environments. Our customer base is comprised of companies in the transaction processing, financial, computer service provision, and semiconductor manufacturing sectors. LayerZero Power Systems is on a trajectory of sustained growth, with a loyal customer base of existing Fortune 100 customers and an expanding portfolio of new customers. 

Position Description: 

The Director of Manufacturing Engineering will lead the development, optimization, and execution of manufacturing engineering strategies that support LayerZero’s growth and commitment to world-class quality. This role is responsible for driving process innovation, implementing lean manufacturing principles, and ensuring operational excellence across all manufacturing operations. The Director will serve as a key technical leader, partnering with cross-functional teams to enhance safety, quality, cost, and delivery performance.

Requirements

Primary Duties:

• Lead and develop the Manufacturing Engineering team, providing technical direction, mentorship, and career development.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing processes, including lean manufacturing, automation, and advanced production technologies.
• Oversee the design, implementation, and optimization of production systems, equipment, and tooling to ensure efficiency, reliability, and scalability.
• Partner with Product Development and Operations to ensure seamless new product introductions (NPI) and design-for-manufacturability (DFM).
• Establish and maintain manufacturing standards, work instructions, and best practices to ensure safety, quality, and compliance.
• Lead root-cause analysis and corrective action efforts for manufacturing issues, ensuring long-term process stability.
• Manage capital equipment projects, including justification, acquisition, installation, and validation.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain and Quality to improve supplier capabilities, reduce costs, and optimize material flow.
• Own key performance indicators (KPIs) for manufacturing engineering, including productivity, yield, cost, and lead-time improvements.
• Champion a culture of innovation, problem-solving, and accountability within the engineering and operations teams.

Experience & Skills: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering  (Master’s preferred).
• 10+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong background in electrical equipment manufacturing or related industries preferred.
• Proven track record implementing lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and process automation initiatives.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing complex projects from concept to implementation.
• Strong technical knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment design, and production systems.
• Excellent problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

Why LayerZero?

• Opportunity to lead manufacturing engineering for a company shaping the future of mission-critical power reliability.
• Collaborative, innovative environment where engineering excellence drives customer success.
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and growth opportunities

LayerZero will provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, ancestry, or status as a veteran, as defined and required by law. This policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable national, state, and local laws (i.e. Civil Rights Act, Human Rights Act, European Convention on Human Rights)