Global Director, Mechanical & Product Engineering

Cohu, Inc.; California (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading high-technology firm in California is seeking a Product Engineering Director to lead the local engineering team and drive collaboration with global functional leaders. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Engineering, extensive management experience, and strong leadership skills. Key responsibilities include strategic leadership for mechanical engineering and fostering team performance. The role requires effective communication and the ability to mentor engineers across disciplines. This position includes occasional travel to international locations.

Qualifications

• A minimum of ten years of progressive engineering experience in the high technology field.
• Five years of experience in a management role at a department level.
• Proven record of building and directing engineering operations.

Responsibilities

• Act as a local Engineering Director driving all aspects of product engineering.
• Provide strategic and operational leadership for global Mechanical Engineering.
• Mentor and guide local engineering management.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Technical knowledge

Project management

MS Office Suite

AI tools proficiency

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

A leading high-technology firm in California is seeking a Product Engineering Director to lead the local engineering team and drive collaboration with global functional leaders. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Engineering, extensive management experience, and strong leadership skills. Key responsibilities include strategic leadership for mechanical engineering and fostering team performance. The role requires effective communication and the ability to mentor engineers across disciplines. This position includes occasional travel to international locations.