Director of Engineering

Hawthornecat

Waipahu (HI)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 125,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Medical, Dental and Vision plans

401(k) Plan + Company Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Hawthorne CAT discounts

PTO Pay

Job summary

Hawthorne Cat, Waipahu, Hawaii, seeks a Director of Engineering to lead engineering and sales support for power systems equipment and services.

The role involves developing proposals, cost estimates, submittals, and drawings; managing multiple projects; and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Reporting to the Director of Sales & Rentals, this exempt position drives growth in EPG, Industrial, and Marine sectors.

Qualifications

Engineering degree (BA, MS) preferred with 5+ years in power generation.
PE license preferred.
MS Office Suite, PC skills required.

Responsibilities

Identify customer technical requirements and provide product, service or equipment information.
Prepare submittal documents by studying blueprints, plans and specs.
Evaluate cost-benefit ratios and propose equipment/process improvements.
Ensure compliance with federal, state and local requirements; advise on action steps.
Maintain knowledge through training and professional engagement.
Support sales engineering by addressing short- and long-term issues and options.
Deliver technical presentations to customers and prospects.
Lead vendor research and proposals with scope of work.
Attend project meetings with clients as required.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

Engineering degree (BA, MS) preferred

Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Project

MS Office

Job description

Hawthorne CAT® is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status Hawthorne CAT® participates in E-VerifyWaipahu, Hawaii, United States

Position Title: Director of Engineering

We Build Better Communities

Be Part of the Hawthorne Difference!

Hawthorne Cat is a family-owned company that has led its markets for over 60 years in the sale, rental, and servicing of construction machinery and power generation equipment for industries on which our communities depend like agriculture, construction, marine, and government.

Every member of our team plays a significant role in our success. Hawthorne Cat hires individuals who share our vision of Building Better Communities with our Customers and our values of Passion, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence (PRIDE).

If you are looking to build your future with an established, thriving company with countless opportunities for growth and advancement, youve come to the right place! At Hawthorne Cat, were always looking for exceptionally skilled, hardworking individuals interested in contributing to our success and the success of the communities that we serve.

Our people are our most valuable asset. Thats why at Hawthorne Cat we are committed to a comprehensive employee benefit program that helps our employees stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work/life balance.

Job Title: Director of Engineering

Reports to: Director of Sales & Rentals

FLSA Status: Exempt

Division: Power Systems

Location(s): Waipahu

Position Summary: Provide engineering and sales support for business segments assigned by the Director of Sales & Rentals for equipment, systems, and services supplied by Hawthorne Power Systems. Control of engineering support in the form of development of proposals, cost estimates, submittals and drawings in accordance with HPS procedures and company policies for EPG, Industrial, and Marine business activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Identifies customer technical requirements by establishing personal rapport with HPS staff, customers and other persons in a position to understand project requirements. Provides product, service, or equipment technical and engineering information to necessary parties.
Prepare submittal documents by studying blueprints, plans, specs and related customer documents; consulting with engineers, contractors, architects, and other professional and technical personnel.
Determines improvements by analyzing cost-benefit ratios of equipment, suppliers, or service applications in customer environment; engineering or proposing changes in equipment, processes, or use of materials or services.
Complies with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating future legislation; advising customer on product, service, or equipment adherence to requirements; advising customer on needed actions.
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; attending Caterpillar training courses; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; & participating in professional societies.
Contributes to sales engineering effectiveness by identifying short-term and long-range issues that must be addressed; providing information and commentary pertinent to deliberations; recommending options and courses of action; implementing directives.
Prepare and deliver technical presentations that explain products or services to customers and prospective customers.
Calls on electrical engineers to provide technical information on Hawthorne offered products to influence specifications towards Caterpillar.
Research, identify, and recommend potential vendors for products or services.
Attend construction project meetings with clients as required.
Be the principal company resource for natural gas engine technology, combined heat and power applications, and exhaust after treatment systems.
Expand Advance Electrical Services business segment.
Review plans and specifications and interpret specific job requirements and scope of work. Prepare quote worksheets, obtain vendor and shop quotations, and generate proposals with scope of work.
Maintain daily summaries for reporting activities to supervisors and management on assigned projects.
Participate in the regularly scheduled engineering meeting in support of inter‑departmental and inter‑divisional activities as related to assigned projects within the Engineering Department.
Follow company policies and industry safety rules.
Normal work hours are typically weekdays. Extended work days and weekend activities as required by project and department work load

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

Engineering degree (BA, MS) preferred, and 5+ years recent experience in power generation industry with demonstrated technical training.
Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
Experience using MS Office Suite (Word, Access, Excel) and PC skills required.
Working knowledge of AutoCad and MS Project preferred.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Must have the ability to communicate business and technical information to co‑workers, customers and management using both verbal and written media.
Must have a valid Drivers License with clean driving record.

TESTING REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants may be required to pass a written and/or oral examination before being considered for employment in this position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Walking: Move about on foot in office, shop, and construction sites
Handling: Grasp materials and works with hands and small hand tools
Lifting: Raises and lowers parts and miscellaneous documentation
Reaching: Extends arms and hands in any directions
Stooping: Bends body downward and forward by bending at knees or waist
Standing: Remains in standing position if required to perform job functions
Vision: Read computer screens and documentation
Talking: Communication by phone and in person
Sitting: Sits at desk and workspace. Sits for long periods of time.
Noise: Works in conditions with constant or intermittent noise. Wears hearing protection when necessary
Temperature/Weather: Works in an office environment, warehouse, shop, outside with variations of temperature and weather
Exposure: Foul odors, fumes and harsh substances.