Manufacturing Engineering Director

Lennox International (LII) is a leading global provider of innovative climate-control solutions for the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVACR) markets.

 

Here at Lennox, we recognize that our greatest asset is our employees. This is why we are committed to providing limitless opportunities for growth and development for all our employees, with a strong emphasis on promoting from within the organization.

 

Our Core Values of Integrity, Respect, and Excellence are more than just what we say; they are what we do!

We’re seeking a visionary Engineering Leader to lead manufacturing engineering and facilities operations for our 750,000-square-foot Stuttgart, Arkansas site, a large-scale operation that includes both fabrication and assembly. This is a highly visible leadership opportunity for someone who thrives on driving operational excellence, advancing continuous improvement, and building strong, high-performing teams. In this role, you’ll help shape how products are designed and built, lead strategic investments, and make a lasting impact on safety, efficiency, quality, and long-term plant performance.

 

• Lead the technical organization to achieve key engineering objectives while staying aligned with budget and schedule targets.
• Review product designs for manufacturability and identify opportunities to improve quality, efficiency, and ease of assembly.
• Drive manufacturing engineering initiatives that reduce assembly costs and improve plant operations.
• Foster strong collaboration across engineering and manufacturing teams to support seamless execution and continuous improvement.
• Develop and manage the capital budget to support strategic investments and site priorities.
• Own the preparation and management of Engineering Department financial budgets.
• Ensure compliance with departmental ISO and SOX requirements.
• Lead and develop team members, building a strong culture of accountability, engagement, and growth.
• Provide hands-on project leadership and coordinate multiple initiatives with key stakeholders.
• Create project plans, timelines, critical paths, and milestones to keep initiatives moving forward successfully.
• Evaluate project opportunities through cost-benefit analysis to assess financial, business, and industry impact.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on continuous improvement strategy and Lean transformation initiatives.

This position is 100% onsite in the Stuttgart, Arkansas, manufacturing facility.

 

• • 10+ years of successful leadership experience in large, single-site industrial manufacturing environments.
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical discipline.
  • HVAC manufacturing or industry experience is preferred.
  • A self-motivated, resourceful, and entrepreneurial mindset with a strong desire to learn, improve, and lead change.
  • Experience in strong Lean environments is required; Lean certification is a plus.
  • Experience with CAD, AutoCAD, or similar design tools.
  • Hands-on experience with SAP.
  • Working knowledge of PLCs.

 

 

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Compensation: This is a salaried exempt role. The starting salary range for this role and market is between $150 to 190k annually. Factors that may affect starting salary include geography/market and the skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Employees in this role are also eligible for an annual bonus in accordance with the terms of the Company’s applicable plan. Employees in this role are not eligible for overtime.

 

Benefits: Subject to applicable eligibility requirements, the following benefits are offered for this role: tuition reimbursement; medical, dental, and vision insurance; prescription drug coverage; 401(k) retirement plan; short-term disability insurance; 8 weeks paid birthing leave; 2 weeks paid bonding leave; life and long-term disability insurance.

 

Depending on date of hire, and subject to applicable eligibility requirements, new employees in this role also receive up to: 12 days paid time off, 2 paid well-being days, 1 paid volunteer day, 12 paid holidays, and 3 floating holidays per year.

 

Our Culture: At Lennox, our Core Values of Integrity, Respect & Excellence are ingrained in the fabric of the organization. They define our culture – which is about how we do business and how we treat others. Lennox is not just a workplace; we are a global community that values each team member’s contributions. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to recruit, develop, and retain talented individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to succeed and contribute to our continued growth and success. At Lennox, you’ll take pride in our brands, knowing you are part of something special. Come, stay, and grow with us! 

 

Disclaimers: The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Lennox reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

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