Director of Systems Engineering

Overview

Leads technical standards, systems integration, and engineering strategy across CADREX.

Key Responsibilities

• roadmap planning
• architecture design
• system integration
• design review
• standards development
• data capture

Tasks

-Create and maintain a multi-year technical roadmap for automation, digitalization, and systems integration. -Develop standardized system architectures, interface definitions, and communication protocols. -Evaluate emerging technologies in controls, sensors, motion systems, and connected manufacturing for strategic adoption. -Own the integration of mechanical, electrical, and control systems across all CADREX automation and product solutions. -Foster collaboration across mechanical, controls, and software engineering groups. -Define version control, change management, and configuration management practices for all engineering systems. -Partner with Engineering Managers to elevate technical talent and ensure consistent training in standards and tools. -Partner with Automation, Manufacturing, and Process Engineers to improve end-to-end system performance and maintainability. -Implement structured design review, validation, and verification processes. -Create standardized templates, CAD libraries, and control architectures to ensure design consistency. -Champion data-driven engineering and knowledge capture to accelerate learning across the organization. -Develop, document, and maintain company-wide engineering standards, including mechanical design, controls programming, and documentation requirements. -Lead and mentor cross-functional engineering teams in systems thinking and integration best practices. -Collaborate with Operational Excellence and NPI Engineering to integrate innovation with standardization. -Promote a culture of quality, innovation, and accountability in design execution. -Establish and lead a Systems Engineering Council to align methodologies across Automation, Process, and Manufacturing Engineering teams. -Ensure designs meet cross-functional requirements — reliability, safety, manufacturability, and cost-effectiveness.

Requirements

• custom equipment
• sheet metal
• mechatronics
• mechanical
• systems integration
• 8–12 years

What You Bring

-Experience in custom equipment, sheet metal, or automated manufacturing environments is highly preferred. -Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechatronics, Systems, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering. -Proven success in developing and enforcing technical standards or leading systems integration initiatives. -8–12 years of experience in multi-disciplinary engineering (mechanical, controls, automation, and systems design).

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Benefits

-Employer-paid and supplemental life insurance -Education support program -Monthly remote work stipend (for remote employees who qualify) -Generous paid time off and holiday pay -Short- and long-term disability insurance -Safety eyeglasses/shoe reimbursement -Referral bonuses -401(k) investment plan, with an employer match of up to 4% -Health/dental/vision coverage -Bonus plan for all full-time employees

About Cadrex Manufacturing Solutions

-Founded with a focus on delivering precision manufacturing solutions, [The company] has evolved into a trusted partner for industries requiring complex, high-quality components. -[The company] is known for its expertise in managing projects that demand both technical proficiency and attention to detail. -[They] excel in industries such as energy, industrial, infrastructure, and marine, handling diverse projects ranging from critical infrastructure components to advanced industrial systems. -[Their] work typically involves complex machining, assembly, and integration, often creating products that meet stringent industry standards. -With state-of-the-art technology and a skilled workforce, [The company] offers unparalleled manufacturing capabilities in high-demand sectors. -[The company’s] continued success is built on a commitment to delivering results with precision and reliability in every project.

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