Engineering Manager at Hubbardton Forge LLC – Castleton, Vermont

At Hubbardton Forge, light isn’t just functional—it’s art. Every fixture we create is born from a spark of imagination, shaped by craftsmanship, and engineered for excellence. We’re looking for an Engineering Manager who can bring technical expertise and creative leadership to our Product Engineering and Customs teams.

This is a role for someone who loves solving complex design challenges, guiding talented engineers, and turning bold ideas into products that illuminate spaces around the world.

What You’ll Do

Lead with Vision

Set direction for Product Engineering and Customs in alignment with our company’s strategy.

Inspire and support your team—coaching, mentoring, and celebrating their growth.

Build smart departmental plans and budgets, while keeping a clear eye on both today’s needs and tomorrow’s opportunities.

Drive New Product & Custom Innovation

Guide engineering for new and custom products, ensuring a steady rhythm of launches throughout the year.

Dive into design inquiry and user research, applying critical thinking to bring new concepts to life.

Partner with designers to balance artistry with manufacturability, delivering solutions that are both beautiful and practical.

Lead the accurate transformation of sketches and concepts into production-ready designs and drawing packages.

Elevate Existing Products

Oversee product changes with an eye toward compliance, design integrity, and quality.

Drive redesigns that respect design intent while improving cost structure and manufacturability.

Support continuous improvement and process innovation projects that make us sharper and more efficient.

Strengthen Engineering Systems

Champion engineering standards and revision control, ensuring our products are consistent, secure, and ready to scale.

Safeguard product documentation and maintain systems that support the needs of the business.

What You Bring

A Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical/Electronic Engineering (or related field) or a PE license.

5–7 years of engineering experience in manufacturing/product design, with 3+ years in a leadership role.

A track record of guiding designs from concept to production.

Strong knowledge of materials and manufacturing technologies in light engineering.

Proficiency with CAD systems (SolidWorks and AutoCAD).

Excellent organizational skills and the ability to juggle multiple projects.

A self-directed, detail-oriented mindset with patience and persistence.

Strong communication skills and a collaborative spirit.

Why Join Us?

At Hubbardton Forge, you won’t just manage projects—you’ll help shape a legacy of design, craftsmanship, and innovation. You’ll work in a creative environment where art meets engineering, surrounded by people who are passionate about building beautiful, lasting products.

If you’re ready to lead with vision and bring light to life, we’d love to meet you.

Salary: $100,000 - $165,000 per year