Manager, Engineering - Actuators & Slack Adjusters

Knorr Bremse Group; Avon (OH); On-site; USD 115,900 - 183,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan

Health insurance

Paid parental leave

Vacation leave

Job summary

Knorr Bremse Group is seeking an experienced engineering leader for its Avon, OH location. The role focuses on enhancing the engineering function's effectiveness, providing direction to teams, and integrating new technologies into product development.

Candidates should have over 10 years of engineering experience and expertise in commercial vehicle systems. The position offers a competitive salary range of $115,900 to $183,100, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to equal employment opportunities.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of engineering experience with progressively increasing responsibility.
• Minimum of 3+ years in a technical leadership role with influence over engineering teams.
• Experience with Agile methodologies and SCRUM preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to the engineering team.
• Drive competitive benchmarking and testing to identify industry trends.
• Coach and support engineering staff in resolving technical challenges.

Skills

Technical leadership

Engineering judgment

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

PLM systems (Team Center, Active Work Space)

Job description

|ON-SITE/REMOTE:On-site

Want to help shape tomorrow? At Bendix, we set the standard with advanced dynamic solutions that drive improved commercial vehicle performance and safety. We’re part of the Knorr-Bremse Group, the global leader in braking technologies. As part of our team, you’ll collaborate with a world of talented and dedicated colleagues whose sense of purpose complements your own. You’ll find rewarding opportunities, diverse experiences, partnerships, and an unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity.

Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Summary

This position is responsible for growing the skillset, technical excellence, and overall effectiveness of the engineering function. The role ensures the organization is equipped with the capabilities required to deliver high-quality products and services. This position requires strong foresight and advanced engineering judgment to anticipate challenges, coach engineering personnel, and establish design standards based on engineering first principles.

Essential Functions

• Provide leadership and direction to the engineering team in alignment with established Bendix goals and priorities while developing a highly skilled and innovative technical organization
• Drive competitive benchmarking and testing to identify industry trends and emerging technologies, ensuring insights are integrated into product development
• Assess and define technical resource requirements to support approved product development projects
• Coach and support engineering staff in resolving technical challenges and overcoming project-related impediments
• Ensure DFMEA documentation is reviewed and updated as required for Engineering Change Requests and lessons learned from field experience
• Ensure Design Verification Plan and Report (DVP&R) documents are thoroughly developed and maintained by Design Release Engineers responsible
• Support field investigations and ensure lessons learned are incorporated into product development processes

Knowledge

• Expert-level technical knowledge of engineering products and systems, experience with commercial vehicle air brake systems a plus
• Strong understanding of budget planning and financial management principles
• Extensive knowledge of resource planning and allocation strategies

Experience

• 10+ years of engineering experience with progressively increasing responsibility
• Minimum of 3+ years in a technical leadership role with direct influence over engineering teams and program planning. Global/remote management experience a plus
• Experience working with PLM systems such as Team Center or Active Work Space
• Time spent working within a global engineering team on joint development projects and shared standards and specifications
• Experience with Agile methodologies and SCRUM tools preferred

Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively convey technical concepts
• Demonstrated problem-solving ability and collaborative team-oriented mindset
• Proven technical leadership skills that promote robust product validation and engineering excellence
• Ability to establish and maintain high standards for technical performance and quality
• Ability to work effectively within cross‑functional and global teams in a dynamic environment

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 10 years of related experience

Position Requirements

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation and Benefits

The anticipated salary range for candidates who will work in Avon, OH is $115,900 to $183,100 per year. The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of experience within the job, the type of years and experience within the industry and education. Bendix is a multi‑state employer, and this pay scale may not reflect positions that work in other states or locations. Provided they meet all eligibility requirements under the applicable plan documents, employees (and their eligible dependents) will be eligible to enroll in group healthcare plans that offer medical, dental, vision, and basic life and disability insurance. Employees also will be able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan. Employees will also receive 120 hours of vacation leave and 40 hours of Personal Paid Absence every year. Employees will also enjoy 12 paid holidays, and 1 floating holiday throughout the calendar year, subject to relevant terms outlined in the employee handbook. 6 weeks of paid parental leave will also be available for use. Requirements for these benefits will be controlled by applicable plan documents and policies. Employees working on federal contracts covered by the Federal Paid Sick Leave requirements will be notified and will receive benefits consistent and compliant with the FPSL requirements. Hired applicant will be able to purchase company stock, subject to the relevant plan documents and annual bonuses based on achievement of certain metrics of up to 15% of annual salary. This is intended to provide a general description of benefits and other compensation and is not a substitute for applicable plan documents or company policies. Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Please note: At this time, we are not able to offer immigration sponsorship for new hires. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis without the need for current or future employment‑based visa sponsorship.

Nearest Major Market

Cleveland

Nearest Secondary Market

Akron