Engineering Manager

Founded by Amherst, the full-service real estate solutions platform, Amherst StudioBuilt™ homes is an innovative approach to home development that utilizes offsite construction to create new housing supply at scale without sacrificing quality. StudioBuilt homes are constructed at Amherst’s housing studio in Cuero, Texas as well as partner studios across the Southeast and then installed on site. At full capacity, the Cuero facility will create over 250 manufacturing jobs, making Amherst the third largest employer in the area. The StudioBuilt team is comprised of experienced individuals from all trades, working to continuously improve the production process.

The Engineering Manager – Modular Factory is responsible for leading all engineering functions within a modular construction manufacturing facility. This role oversees design standardization, production engineering, structural integrity, and continuous improvement to ensure efficient, code-compliant, and cost-effective modular building solutions. The position serves as the critical link between design, estimating, procurement, and production teams.

• Lead and manage a team of structural, architectural, and MEP engineers/designers.
• Establish engineering standards, best practices, and design guidelines for modular construction.
• Oversee workload planning, staffing, and performance management of the engineering team.

• Develop and maintain standardized modular designs and product platforms.
• Ensure all designs meet applicable building codes (IBC, IRC, state modular programs).
• Review and approve structural calculations, shop drawings, and engineered details.
• Drive design-for-manufacturing (DFM) and design-for-assembly (DFA) initiatives.

• Collaborate with plant operations to optimize production workflows and reduce bottlenecks.
• Ensure engineering deliverables align with factory capabilities and sequencing.
• Support troubleshooting of production issues and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain SOPs for engineering-to-production handoff.

• Oversee structural design including chassis, floor systems, wall panels, and roof assemblies.
• Ensure load paths, connections, and transport conditions are fully engineered and documented.
• Validate MEP integration within modular constraints.

• Partner with estimating teams to provide accurate engineering input and preliminary designs.
• Support value engineering efforts to optimize cost, materials, and constructability.
• Review project specifications and assist in proposal development.

• Ensure compliance with state modular programs, third-party inspections, and certifications.
• Maintain documentation for plan approvals and regulatory submissions.
• Support QA/QC processes and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Implement new technologies, materials, and construction methods.
• Drive lean manufacturing principles within engineering workflows.
• Lead initiatives to reduce cost, improve quality, and shorten production cycle times.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Structural, Civil, Mechanical, or related field required).
• 7–12+ years of experience in modular construction, prefabrication, or related industry.
• 3–5+ years in a leadership or management role.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred (or ability to obtain).

• Strong knowledge of structural design, load paths, and modular transportation constraints.
• Experience with CAD/BIM software (AutoCAD, Revit).
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and production line optimization.
• Understanding of building codes (IBC, IRC) and modular compliance requirements.

• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional coordination.
• Problem-solving mindset with a focus on efficiency and scalability.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.