Director of Engineering

Harmar

The Role

Overview

Lead engineering design & innovation, overseeing product development and team growth.

Key Responsibilities

  • strategy
  • product development
  • roadmap
  • benchmarking
  • technology
  • team leadership

Tasks

-Establishes the vision and strategy to drive world-class excellence within the engineering team. Drive results that are specifically targeted to the mobility market. -Create and maintain an organizational culture which encourages innovation, collaboration, excitement/commitment and a sense of urgency toward goals, and continuous improvement. Challenges team members to questions the status quo and ensure that all aspects of the design, development and support process are optimal for the mobility market. -Provide engineering leadership and design oversight functions for new product development projects including creating and maintaining development schedules, executing product development plans (schedule, product cost, resources to complete project, quality targets, product specification adherence development and prove out of product validation test plans, etc.), interfacing with internal company personnel -Oversee collaboration with the leadership team in developing a global product development roadmap that targets specific customers’ needs. Work with leaders to realize significant growth opportunities in the marketplace. -Responsible for benchmarking and maintaining information on competitive products, capabilities, and monitor emerging technologies -Ensure the optimal application of technology and engineering resources to meet industrial/commercial product development requirements, per the sales/marketing plan. -Designs and directs the work of the engineering team. Selects, coaches, and develops the team, setting objectives that align with company strategy to inspire and motivate the team. Drives and manages organizational talent through performance management, succession planning and development. Directs processes by which team and individual performance are recognized, feedback is consistently delivered, and performance is systematically improved. -Provide guidance of the product development life cycle which includes interaction from the various business segments throughout design, manufacturability, and serviceability providing our customers the very best in innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

  • bsc
  • mechanical eng
  • electrical eng
  • management
  • 7 yrs
  • 10 yrs

What You Bring

-Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related degree; -7 years of management experience leading new product development and ongoing sustaining engineering functions. -10 years of engineering experience, preferably in a medical or industrial products environment

The Company

About Harmar

-Specializing in vehicle lifts, stair lifts, and ramps. -Products are designed to improve accessibility for individuals with mobility challenges. -Serves a broad range of sectors, including residential and commercial markets, with an emphasis on improving independence and quality of life. -Innovative solutions include mobility lifts for vehicles, residential accessibility products, and custom solutions tailored to individual needs. -Aims to provide high-quality, reliable products that enhance daily living for those with mobility issues. -Notable for its commitment to designing and manufacturing durable and easy-to-use mobility products, becoming a trusted name in the industry.

Sector Specialisms

Residential

Commercial

Home Access

Mobility

Accessibility

Vehicle Lifts

Stairlifts

Vertical Platform Lifts

Outdoor Access Solutions

Mobility Scooters

Wheelchair Lifts