Sr. Director of Engineering

Description

• Promote a culture of continuous improvement within the engineering team, fostering innovation and implementing best practices
• Own the recruitment, training, and career development for engineering talent across the enterprise.
• Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and trends in manufacturing and engineering to enhance competitiveness and stay ahead of industry developments
• Develop and execute the engineering strategy to support our customers goals of DFM, DFX, product innovation, process optimization, technical governance and cost efficiency
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track the effectiveness and efficiency of engineering projects and processes
• Oversee the design methodologies, development, and improvement of manufacturing processes to ensure they meet the quality standards and cost objectives of our customer
• Collaborate with other departments, including operations, supply chain, quality assurance, and sales, to ensure seamless integration of engineering solutions into the overall business strategy
• Manage the engineering department's budget effectively, allocating resources efficiently to achieve project and departmental goals
• Ensure engineering processes across the enterprise comply with relevant industry standards
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with suppliers and vendors to source materials, components, and technologies that support engineering initiatives
• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performance engineering team across the enterprise with a broad team of direct and indirect employees, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field
• Proficiency in project management and budget management
• Knowledge of industry-specific regulations and safety standards
• Strong background in process engineering, product development, and technology adoption
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Masters degree preferred
• Proven experience (15+ years) in engineering leadership roles within a manufacturing environment
• Exceptional leadership and team-building skills
• Strategic thinker with a track record of driving results

Benefits

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

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance