Manufacturing Engineering Director - Arkansas

Who We Are

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!

What Drives Success

The Engineering Director is responsible for the manufacturing engineering and facilities of the Stuttgart site. This position reviews product designs for manufacturability, works to improve quality and ease of assembly, and supports related functions. It directs Manufacturing Engineering efforts to reduce costs of assembly and plant operations. It ensures that the engineering team and other manufacturing departments work together cohesively. This position reports to the General Plant Manager, Stuttgart.

• Direct the technical organization to ensure progress toward technical objectives, within budget and schedule guidelines.
• Review product design for manufacturability and work to improve quality and ease of assembly support functions.
• Direct Manufacturing Engineering efforts to reduce costs of assembly and plant operations.
• Ensure the engineering team and other manufacturing departments work together cohesively.
• Develop and manage capital budget.
• Prepare and manage all Engineering Departmental financial budgets.
• Maintain departmental ISO and SOX requirements.
• Manage/oversee salaried and hourly personnel.
• Provide hands‑on project management and coordinate multiple projects with leadership stakeholders.
• Create project plans, timelines, critical paths, and milestones. Perform cost‑benefit evaluation for all assigned projects to define potential financial, business, and industry impacts of initiatives.
• Act as an advisor to senior leadership on the continuous‑improvement strategy and transform to deploy Lean initiatives.

What We Are Looking For

• 10+ year track record in large, single‑site industrial manufacturing organizations.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• HVAC experience preferred.
• Self‑motivated, resourceful, and entrepreneurial, demonstrating a willingness to learn and improve.
• Previous experience in strong Lean environments; Lean certification preferred.

Preferred

• Extensive experience in CAD, AutoCAD, or related design experience.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings/plans.
• SAP software experience.
• Prior knowledge/experience with PLC’s.

Required Behaviors

• Accountability: deliver on your commitments.
• Positive Engagement: energize and motivate others.
• Talent: foster belonging and create opportunities for others to grow.
• Quality: strive for continuous improvement.

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

What We Offer

Compensation : This is a salaried exempt role. The starting salary range for this role and market is between $xx to $xx 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.

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.