Job Summary
Our client a Manufacturing Company is seeking a results oriented and disciplined Engineering Manager (EM) to lead a team of technical experts in the successful development and of engineering projects. This position will play a key role in shaping the future of our engineering efforts while contributing to the growth and success of the company.
The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting new business development process engineering process improvement and capital project management. Using strong analytical and technical abilities to demand fast but carefully thoughtout results. Strong leadership and control of the work process from beginning to end is necessary.
The job centers around developing new ideas systems and technology and also analyzing and improving on old ones. A high level of expertise is expected and the ability to spot and correct errors is important. Work must be done right and quickly while always focusing on accomplishing the goal and demanding the highest quality work their team.
Reports to: General Manager
Key Responsibilities:
- Team Leadership:
Lead mentor and motivate a team of technical experts to achieve high performance. Foster a collaborative innovative and resultsdriven culture. - Project Management:
Manage the planning design and implementation of engineering projects. Define project scopes timelines and milestones. - Technical Expertise:
Provide technical direction and guidance to the team ensuring solutions are scalable efficient and aligned with industry best practices. Assist in troubleshooting and resolving complex engineering issues. - Crossfunctional Collaboration:
Work closely with operations business development and other departments to ensure smooth project and alignment with company goals. - Resource Management:
Manage team resources balancing workloads and allocating tasks based on skills and project priorities. Identify staffing needs and support hiring efforts when required. - Process Design & Support:
Assign resources to facilitate new business pricing proposals supporting business development through technical expertise and design for manufacturability production onboarding and existing production processes. - Process Improvement:
Identify opportunities for process optimization and implement improvements that enhance productivity and team efficiency. Including becoming the champion for automation. - Product Quality:
Uphold and improve the businesses quality management system to ensure the companies standing with ISO 9001 and other certifying bodies. - Performance Management:
Set team goals provide feedback and identify development opportunities to enhance team members skills and growth. - Innovation & Continuous Learning:
Stay current with the latest industry trends tools and technologies. Encourage innovation and continuous improvement within the engineering team.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in engineering or equivalent on job experience.
- Proven experience 5 years) in engineering roles with at least 2 years in a management or leadership position.
- Strong technical background with expertise in product cost estimating metal fabrication stamping and precision machining
- Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize and execute in a fastpaced environment.
- Exceptional problemsolving analytical and troubleshooting skills.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with crossfunctional teams.
- A passion for mentoring and developing talent.
- Proficient skill with Computer Microsoft applications (Word Excel and Outlook).
- Strong skills with 3D CAD software (Solidworks preferred)
- Experience with MRP or ERP systems (JobBOSS preferred)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in welding/fabrication resistance spot welding tool & die making CNC programming and automation
Required Experience:
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