Director of Engineering

TecTammina; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Indiana seeks a qualified manager with extensive experience in mechanical design and team leadership. The ideal candidate will manage engineering projects and develop a team to meet customer requirements and drive product innovation. Strong knowledge of Lean methodologies and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels within the organization are essential for this full-time role. Local candidates are preferred, with travel expected to other plants as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years experience, 3-5 years in management.
• Ability to interact effectively with various personnel levels.
• Ability to travel to other plants and industry events.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team towards world-class engineering designs.
• Manage project development from proposal to production launch.
• Drive product development understanding the marketplace.

Skills

Lean methodologies

Communication skills

Team player

Mechanical design knowledge

Solid Works proficiency

Education

4 year Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree or Professional Engineering degree

Job description

Responsibilities

• Minimum 10 years work-related experience, 3-5 years Management experience
• Working knowledge of Lean methodologies
• Has good knowledge of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS), SAE, and other over-the-road vehicle standards and specifications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Effective interaction with personnel at various levels within and outside the business
• Positive working attitude toward other employees; be a team player
• Develop and lead a team of engineers, designers, and technicians towards world class goals while converting specific customer requirements to robust engineering designs/packages
• Provides leadership and direction such that the engineering process is developed and executed similar to a production process, driving efficiencies in cycle time/lead time reduction and defect reduction
• Supports the Lean Organization while working closely with manufacturing, quality, and materials on product and process improvement initiatives
• Manages the total cost of the Bill of Materials
• Oversees the Development of all projects and initiatives including proposal/approval, budgeting, resourcing, milestone deliverables, reliability testing, prototype manufacturing and production launch
• Liaisons with Sales and Operations Management in the evaluation of new product offerings
• Drive product development through a strong understanding of the marketplace and competitive landscape
• NOTE: Looking for local or nearby Candidates

Qualifications

• 4 year Bachelor’s degree in Engineering. Master’s degree or Professional Engineering degrees desirable
• Technical knowledge of mechanical design and material specifications.
• Ability to operate a PC with Solid Works or similar software
• Additional certifications and training in Lean, Six Sigma, or other advanced degree programs desirable
• Ability to travel to other plants (North Carolina) and industry events

Additional Information

• Job Status: Full Time
• Eligibility: H1B or EAD GC or GC or USC
• Contact: 703 349 1214
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