Engineering Manager Jobs in Indiana
Engineering Manager jobs in Indiana are concentrated in Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, and South Bend, where manufacturers, defense contractors, and logistics companies drive consistent demand for experienced leaders who can run cross-functional technical teams. Cummins, Eli Lilly, and Raytheon Technologies are among the established employers with ongoing engineering manager openings in the state. The most in-demand specialties are manufacturing engineering, systems engineering, and process improvement, reflecting Indiana's deep roots in industrial production and pharmaceutical manufacturing. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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DESCRIPTION
Requirements include proven leadership in complex data center environments, technical expertise in enterprise-scale operations, and a track record of operational excellence. This senior leadership position is critical to our Data Center Community's success.
The ideal candidate will possess comprehensive knowledge of both data center IT infrastructure and AWS cloud platforms, with a clear understanding of their integration and interoperability. Experience demonstrating practical applications of these technologies in hybrid environments is highly valued.
If you are passionate about Customer Experience, think and act globally and want to contribute to the operational excellence of Amazon.com data centers. This may be the challenge you’ve been looking for!
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.
You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
Key job responsibilities
- Lead and supervise a team of Data Center Managers (3-9 areas and front-line managers) and 100-150 hourly associates within Regional Data Centers.
- Attainment of organizational performance goals and objectives relating to safety, security, availability, scaling, and efficiency in support of our data center operations.
- Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and procedures.
- Accountability for meeting and exceeding operational goals.
- Strategic planning and forecasting; appraise performance; reward and discipline employees; resolve problems; and address staffing needs.
- Obsess over team learning and development, both from a technical/functional and soft skills (critical thinking, emotional intelligence, and adaptability) development perspective including mentoring and training.
- Develop, improve, and share operational best practices across the globe.
- Hiring, managing, and developing the operations management team including data center managers and data center operations technicians. Planning and executing the Infrastructure Operations component of new AWS data center buildouts, new colocation buildouts, AWS data center expansions, and colocation expansions, including the network and server rack infrastructure to facilitate the daily operations.
- Experience in successful insourcing and/or outsourcing specific tasks balancing internal skillsets with frugality.
- Continuous improvement of operational processes, procedures, methods, and tools.
Essential Requirements:
- Ability to travel to or commute between data center locations as needed
- Willingness to temporarily work at alternative sites during training periods or until assigned facility is operational
- Travel frequency will vary based on business needs and operational status of assigned facility
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in technical work related to computer systems and technology components
- 7+ years management experience in an operations, critical infrastructure, manufacturing, production, or distribution environment
- 3+ years' experience implementing LEAN/6 Sigma methodology (continuous improvement, DMAIC/DVADV, 5 Whys, Root Cause analysis, etc.)
- 3+ Years of experience in working with network cabling, optic types, and test equipment, and experience with cabling infrastructure best practices and methodologies within a data center-based environment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with Continuous Improvement and Six Sigma methodologies
- Lean-Six Sigma Black Belt certification
- 7+ years of mission critical facilities experience
- Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification
- Safety, security, and availability of incident response, incident management, and incident resolution.
- 7+ years' experience managing geographically dispersed teams
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, IN, New Carlisle - 145,400.00 - 254,500.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
Requirements include proven leadership in complex data center environments, technical expertise in enterprise-scale operations, and a track record of operational excellence. This senior leadership position is critical to our Data Center Community's success.
The ideal candidate will possess comprehensive knowledge of both data center IT infrastructure and AWS cloud platforms, with a clear understanding of their integration and interoperability. Experience demonstrating practical applications of these technologies in hybrid environments is highly valued.
If you are passionate about Customer Experience, think and act globally and want to contribute to the operational excellence of Amazon.com data centers. This may be the challenge you’ve been looking for!
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.
You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
Key job responsibilities
- Lead and supervise a team of Data Center Managers (3-9 areas and front-line managers) and 100-150 hourly associates within Regional Data Centers.
- Attainment of organizational performance goals and objectives relating to safety, security, availability, scaling, and efficiency in support of our data center operations.
- Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and procedures.
- Accountability for meeting and exceeding operational goals.
- Strategic planning and forecasting; appraise performance; reward and discipline employees; resolve problems; and address staffing needs.
- Obsess over team learning and development, both from a technical/functional and soft skills (critical thinking, emotional intelligence, and adaptability) development perspective including mentoring and training.
- Develop, improve, and share operational best practices across the globe.
- Hiring, managing, and developing the operations management team including data center managers and data center operations technicians. Planning and executing the Infrastructure Operations component of new AWS data center buildouts, new colocation buildouts, AWS data center expansions, and colocation expansions, including the network and server rack infrastructure to facilitate the daily operations.
- Experience in successful insourcing and/or outsourcing specific tasks balancing internal skillsets with frugality.
- Continuous improvement of operational processes, procedures, methods, and tools.
Essential Requirements:
- Ability to travel to or commute between data center locations as needed
- Willingness to temporarily work at alternative sites during training periods or until assigned facility is operational
- Travel frequency will vary based on business needs and operational status of assigned facility
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in technical work related to computer systems and technology components
- 7+ years management experience in an operations, critical infrastructure, manufacturing, production, or distribution environment
- 3+ years' experience implementing LEAN/6 Sigma methodology (continuous improvement, DMAIC/DVADV, 5 Whys, Root Cause analysis, etc.)
- 3+ Years of experience in working with network cabling, optic types, and test equipment, and experience with cabling infrastructure best practices and methodologies within a data center-based environment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with Continuous Improvement and Six Sigma methodologies
- Lean-Six Sigma Black Belt certification
- 7+ years of mission critical facilities experience
- Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification
- Safety, security, and availability of incident response, incident management, and incident resolution.
- 7+ years' experience managing geographically dispersed teams
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, IN, New Carlisle - 145,400.00 - 254,500.00 USD annually
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Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Automotive
- Construction & Real Estate
- Manufacturing
- Medical Devices
What Indiana Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in engineering manager jobs across Indiana.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or a closely related technical discipline required
- Five or more years of engineering experience with at least two in a leadership role
- Proven ability to manage project timelines, budgets, and cross-functional engineering teams
- Experience with manufacturing processes, quality systems, or product development lifecycles
- Proficiency with project management tools and engineering software relevant to the industry
- Strong communication skills for coordinating with operations, finance, and executive stakeholders
Engineering Manager Jobs in Indiana: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a engineering manager in Indiana?
Most engineering managers in Indiana start by earning a bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline and spending several years as an individual contributor before moving into a lead or supervisory role. While Indiana does not require a state-issued management license for the title itself, engineers who sign off on designs or public-safety work must hold a Professional Engineer license issued by the Indiana State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors. An MBA or PMP credential strengthens candidacy significantly.
Which companies hire engineering managers in Indiana?
Employers hiring engineering managers in Indiana right now include E Tech, Viant Medical, and United States Steel, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Indiana's manufacturing base, pharmaceutical sector, and defense supply chain mean hiring is spread across both large multinationals and regional specialty manufacturers throughout the state.
Which Indiana cities have the most engineering manager jobs?
Indianapolis, Evansville, and Gary account for the largest share of engineering manager openings in Indiana. Indianapolis dominates as the state capital and home to major pharmaceutical, logistics, and advanced manufacturing employers, while Fort Wayne and South Bend draw from a dense network of automotive suppliers, aerospace contractors, and industrial equipment companies that require experienced engineering leadership on-site.
Are there remote engineering manager jobs in Indiana?
Yes, but they're less common than for purely analytical roles because engineering managers in Indiana typically oversee plant floors, production lines, or hardware teams that require regular on-site presence. About 14% of engineering manager openings tied to Indiana are remote or hybrid as of August 2026. The portions of the role most likely to be remote include software engineering management, program coordination, and roles within technology-forward product companies rather than traditional manufacturing.
How can I get hired as a engineering manager in Indiana with little or no experience?
The most realistic path is moving into a team lead or senior engineer role first, then making the case for a manager title internally. Large Indiana employers like Cummins and Eli Lilly run structured rotational and leadership development programs that place high-performing engineers into supervisory stretch assignments. Targeting roles titled engineering lead, project engineer, or manufacturing supervisor at mid-size Indiana manufacturers builds the supervisory record hiring managers look for, and earning a PMP credential or completing a part-time MBA at Purdue or Indiana University accelerates the transition.
Where can I find and apply to engineering manager jobs in Indiana?
You can find and apply to engineering manager jobs in Indiana on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the roles available, identify the ones that match your background and target industry, and apply directly to the positions that fit your experience level and location preference.
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