Senior Engineering Leader – Automotive & Industrial Systems

Murrelektronik North America; Saint Louis Park (MN); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Murrelektronik North America is seeking an experienced Director of Engineering to lead the engineering function and align product development with business strategy. This role requires strategic vision, strong leadership, and the ability to manage budgets, resources, and cross-functional priorities.

Based in Saint Louis Park, MN, the director will partner with Product, Operations, Sales, Quality, and Supply Chain to drive manufacturability, quality, and speed to market across electro-mechanical

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years engineering experience, including 5+ years in an engineering leadership role.
• Experience in automotive, electro-mechanical manufacturing; knowledge of electro-hydraulics, electro-pneumatics, control systems, CANBUS, HMI.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage budgets, and plan resources.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for the engineering function, establishing priorities and performance expectations.
• Develop and execute the engineering strategy and roadmap in support of growth and product strategy.
• Lead planning, prioritization, and execution of engineering projects with budgets and timelines.
• Provide direction on complex engineering matters and emerging technologies.
• Partner with Product Management, Operations, Sales, Quality, and Supply Chain to balance requirements, manufacturability, cost, and quality.
• Lead R&D and continuous improvement to strengthen products and capabilities.
• Establish engineering standards, testing methodologies, and documentation to meet ISO and customer requirements.
• Build and develop a high-performing engineering organization through workforce planning and development.
• Establish engineering KPIs and report performance and risks to executives.
• Develop and manage the engineering budget and support strategic planning.
• Foster relationships with customers, suppliers, and technical partners.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Strategic planning

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Budget management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Murrelektronik North America is seeking an experienced Director of Engineering to lead the engineering function and align product development with business strategy. This role requires strategic vision, strong leadership, and the ability to manage budgets, resources, and cross-functional priorities.

Based in Saint Louis Park, MN, the director will partner with Product, Operations, Sales, Quality, and Supply Chain to drive manufacturability, quality, and speed to market across electro-mechanical