Business Unit Manager - Engineering

atcautomation; Simi Valley (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off

Job summary

ATC Automation in Simi Valley, CA is seeking a senior Business Unit Manager to lead mechanical and electrical design, assembly, wiring, testing, FAT and SAT for capital equipment.

You will oversee up to 26 team members, vendors, and customer relationships, while driving project timelines, cost estimations, and profit/loss. Strong leadership, communication, and mentoring skills are essential to success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or engineering tech preferred.
• Minimum 2 years in a management/leadership role in manufacturing or automation.
• 5+ years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead Mechanical Design group within your team.
• Lead Controls Design group within your team.
• Vendor management.
• Manage all aspects of machine assembly.
• Assist in troubleshooting, FAT and SAT.
• Travel up to 10% annually with valid license.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Budgeting

Communication

MS Project

Industrial automation

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Associate's degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology

Tools

SolidWorks

MS Project

Job description

ATC Automation is seeking a Business Unit Manager. This is an onsite role located in Simi Valley, CA. In this role, you will manage all aspects of mechanical and electrical design, assembly, wiring, testing/debug, including Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) associated with the production of Capital Equipment for our customers.

This is a senior-level position, capable of managing internal personnel of up to 26 team members, vendors, customer relationships, the generation of and maintaining project timelines, cost and time estimations, and profit/loss management. The ideal candidate would possess the following traits as a minimum, independent thinking, strong conceptual skills, strong understanding of machining fundamentals and material properties, excellent communication skills both verbal and written, the ability to present engineering concepts in an effective manner to customers and peers, effective at time management, budgetary awareness, strong decision making capabilities, excellent leadership skills, conflict resolution skills, and the ability and desire to mentor.

You can enjoy great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, and Paid Time Off.

Meet ATC Automation

Since 1977, ATC Automation has been redefining what's possible in custom automation. From concept to commissioning, we partner with leading brands across the globe to design and deliver custom machinery that drives efficiency, precision, and long-term performance. Our automation expertise spans critical industries that shape the way we live and move-Life Science, Transportation, Consumer Products, and General Industry.

How You'll Contribute

• Manage and lead the efforts of a Mechanical Design group within your team.
• Manage and lead the efforts of a Controls Design group within your team.
• Vendor management.
• Manage all aspects of machine assembly.
• Ability to assist in troubleshooting, FAT and SAT efforts.
• Required travel up to 10% annually to meet with our customers as well as a valid driver's license.
• Create MS Project timelines.
• Forecasting and tracking of project timelines, manpower allocations, cash forecasting.
• Assisting in recruitment efforts to onboard new employees.
• Conflict resolution among team members as well as customers.
• Manage multiple projects at various stages of completeness.
• Communicate to General Manager and others as needed on the status of projects including projections for financial profit or loss.
• Create Project Change Notices (PCN's) – Quotes for scope changes, additions, credits, etc. for existing projects.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.

Basic Requirements

• Read and understand documents, drawings, and blueprints.
• Professional communications and interactions with customers and employees.
• Ability to communicate information in a clear and concise manner including speaking and presenting.
• Knowledge in financial acumen.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft office and SolidWorks.
• Proficient in mathematics and problem solving.

Physical Demands and Conditions

• Stand, walk, push, pull, reach overhead, and bend to floor.
• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights of up to 35 feet.
• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in various conditions.
• Exposure to high noise levels, moving/rotating equipment, fumes, dust, oil and other fluids.
• Exert 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally.
• Exert 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently.
• Exert up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• VISUAL ACUITY: Near acuity with or without accommodation.
• HEARING Ability: Ability to monitor machine sounds to identify and diagnose.

Education/Training

• Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering or engineering technology is preferred.
• Associate's degree in mechanical engineering technology.

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of experience in management or leadership role in a manufacturing or automation environment.
• 5+ years of experience is preferred.

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. This job description is subject to change but will remain in effect until superseded or canceled in writing by Human Resources.

ATC Automation is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.

ATC Automation is the Automation segment of TASI Group. The TASI Group of Companies is comprised of four technologically advanced Strategic Business Segments commonly linked by a disciplined focus on Product Integrity, Package Integrity, and Automation. Each TASI company delivers world-class products and services, focusing on our global customer needs in diverse market segments. TASI has served several thousand global customers over the years and enjoys a very high rate of repeat customers, many of which are Blue Chip Global Companies. Major Markets include: Automotive, Medical Devices, Life Science, Pharmaceutical, Packaging, Oil & Gas, Food & Beverage, Consumer Goods and General Industrial Equipment.