MacAllister Machinery Co., Inc. · 1 day ago
Engineering Manager
Indianapolis, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expMacAllister Machinery Co., Inc. is a company that specializes in data center backup power systems. The Engineering Manager will lead the consultative engineering function, ensuring technical solutions meet customer requirements and compliance standards while managing a team of engineers focused on generator system integration.
Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Act as the technical point of contact for customer engineering teams, EPC firms, and commissioning agents on generator system integration projects
Establish and enforce process discipline for submittal quality, review cadence, issue management, and change control
Translate customer specifications into actionable requirements for packagers and suppliers; maintain traceability from design through commissioning
Lead multi-party design reviews (internal and external) to validate compliance, resolve technical gaps, and ensure compatibility with upstream/downstream systems
Provide consultative guidance on generator sets, Tier 4 emissions equipment, controls interfaces, and enclosure considerations
Review and approve submittals, drawings, and FAT plans; issue comments and manage nonconformance resolution
Oversee free-issue component hand-off (gensets, camboards, Tier 4 equipment) and ensure proper integration by packagers
Ensure adherence to MacAllister standards, Caterpillar application guidelines, and customer requirements throughout the project lifecycle
Support commissioning readiness by coordinating pre-FAT/FAT/IFAT expectations and resolving integration issues
Maintain engineering documentation, configuration control, and change management discipline
Identify technical risks related to integration, performance, and compliance; implement mitigation strategies
Drive continuous improvement by capturing lessons learned and updating standards, templates, and processes
Responsible for the execution and interpretation of policies and for the successful operation of assigned units
Has authority for hiring and disciplining employees
May be responsible for directing the work of first-line supervisors
Lead and develop a team of engineers and technical specialists focused on generator system integration for data center projects
Set priorities, allocate resources, and coach team members to build subject matter expertise in data center power systems
Manage relationships with Caterpillar, packagers, and strategic suppliers; participate in supplier performance evaluations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent technical discipline
10+ years of experience in electrical or mechanical systems, with emphasis on diesel and natural gas generator applications
5+ years of engineering management experience
Proven experience in consultative engineering roles involving coordination with customers, suppliers, and contractors
Ability to interpret and review engineering drawings, specifications, and technical submittals
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for influencing technical decisions across diverse stakeholders
Demonstrated leadership experience managing engineering teams and complex projects
Preferred
Master's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
Experience with data center projects or other high-volume engineered-to-order environments, where scalability and repeatability drive engineering decisions
Familiarity with critical power infrastructure (UPS, switchgear, paralleling systems)
Knowledge of Caterpillar Electric Power products and application guidelines
Familiarity with NFPA, IEEE, and Uptime Institute standards for data center reliability
Experience in commissioning processes (FAT, IFAT) for generator systems
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and 3D modeling software (e.g., SolidWorks or equivalent)
Company
MacAllister Machinery Co., Inc.
MacAllister Machinery Co. Inc. is a Caterpillar dealership supply and repair a wide range of high quality new, used, and rebuilt equipment.
1001-5000 employees
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