Engineering Senior Manager Jobs in Ohio

Engineering Senior Manager jobs in Ohio are in consistent demand, with the state's deep manufacturing base, aerospace sector, and expanding technology corridor driving steady hiring for senior-level engineering leadership. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati account for the largest share of openings, where employers like Honda, Parker Hannifin, and Procter and Gamble maintain major engineering operations and routinely bring in senior managers to lead product development, process improvement, and systems engineering teams. The most sought-after specialties in Ohio are manufacturing engineering, electrical systems, and mechanical design management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles83
Top employerJPMorganChase
Top cityColumbus, OH
Cities hiring31
Work type45% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Sr. Manager of Engineering (Device Assembly, Labeling & Packaging)
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Sr. Manager of Engineering (Device Assembly, Labeling & Packaging)
Amgen
New Albany, Ohio
Engineering (Non-Software)
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$149k.16 - $201k.84/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
10,000+

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Engineer/Technical Specialist (Mid – Sr.) | Generation Control Systems Engineering
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Engineer/Technical Specialist (Mid – Sr.) | Generation Control Systems Engineering
American Electric Power
Columbus, Ohio
Engineering (Non-Software)
Program Management
Project Management
$88k - $129k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in engineering technology
10,000+

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Sr Staff Applications Operations Engineer – Engineering Tools Automation & AI Ops
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Sr Staff Applications Operations Engineer – Engineering Tools Automation & AI Ops
GE Aerospace
Evendale, Ohio
Cloud & DevOps
Cloud Engineering
DevOps
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
$131k - $174k/yr
Remote (US)
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Training Systems Engineering Support, Sr - PR 1481
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Training Systems Engineering Support, Sr - PR 1481
P E Systems
Wpafb, Ohio
Aerospace Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
Bachelor of Science
201-500

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Sr Manager of Software Engineering - Analytics & Reporting Lead
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Sr Manager of Software Engineering - Analytics & Reporting Lead
JPMorganChase
Columbus, Ohio
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
Technical Program Management
$176k - $260k/yr
10,000+

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Engineering Senior Manager Jobs by City in Ohio

Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Cincinnati
9 jobs
Mason
4 jobs
Cleveland
4 jobs
Solon
3 jobs
Dayton
3 jobs
Evendale
3 jobs
Clyde
2 jobs
Raymond
2 jobs

Engineering Senior Manager Job Market in Ohio

A snapshot from current Ohio openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • JPMorganChase12
  • L3Harris7
  • Langan Engineering and Environmental Services4
  • Fishbeck3
  • Amazon3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Manufacturing
  • Consumer Goods

What Ohio Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in engineering senior manager jobs across Ohio.

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program required
  • Professional Engineer license issued or recognized in Ohio strongly preferred for technical leadership roles
  • Seven or more years of engineering experience with at least three in a management capacity
  • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional engineering teams on complex product or process projects
  • Experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies common in Ohio industry
  • Strong communication skills for coordinating with executive leadership, operations, and external partners

Engineering Senior Manager Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a engineering senior manager in Ohio?

The standard path is a bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited program, followed by several years of engineering experience before moving into team leadership. Ohio employers in manufacturing, aerospace, and utilities frequently prefer candidates who hold or are eligible for a Professional Engineer license through the Ohio State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Surveyors, which requires passing the Fundamentals of Engineering and Principles and Practice exams. An MBA or advanced engineering degree can accelerate the move into senior management.

Which companies hire engineering senior managers in Ohio?

Employers hiring engineering senior managers in Ohio right now include JPMorganChase, L3Harris, and Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Ohio's concentration of automotive, aerospace, and industrial manufacturers means that large anchor employers with multi-site operations are among the most consistent sources of senior engineering leadership openings.

Which Ohio cities have the most engineering senior manager jobs?

Columbus, Cincinnati, and Mason lead Ohio for engineering senior manager openings. Columbus draws heavily from technology, defense, and logistics companies headquartered there, Cleveland's industrial and medical device sector generates consistent demand, and Cincinnati benefits from the presence of large consumer goods and aerospace employers whose engineering organizations run deep into management layers.

Are there remote engineering senior manager jobs in Ohio?

Yes, but they're less common than in purely analytical fields because many engineering senior manager roles involve overseeing lab, production floor, or facilities operations that require on-site presence. About 55% of engineering senior manager openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of November 2026. The portions of the role most likely to accommodate remote or hybrid arrangements are program planning, vendor management, and cross-site coordination work rather than hands-on technical oversight.

How can I get hired as a engineering senior manager in Ohio with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is building a record as a lead engineer or engineering supervisor before pursuing a senior manager title. Ohio's large manufacturers such as Honda, Parker Hannifin, and GE Aerospace run structured rotational and leadership development programs that move strong individual contributors into first-line management. Lateral moves from project engineering, quality engineering, or process engineering roles are common on-ramps. Earning your Engineer-in-Training certification through the Ohio State Board of Registration and demonstrating scope management on major projects gives candidates without direct management experience a concrete edge.

Where can I find and apply to engineering senior manager jobs in Ohio?

You can find and apply to engineering senior manager jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings updated regularly. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your background and target location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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