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Position Description

Summary: Directs and coordinates activities of engineering department to manufacture components / products by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following (Other duties may be assigned):

• Manages Engineering, and technical operations of the organization, supervising engineering projects and personnel.
• Supervises product realization planning and manufacturing processes. Assist departments to modify existing methods, improve production techniques, and develop procedures.
• Review cost estimating including methods, quotes and follow up on cost analysis.
• Resolves problems using solutions that involve new techniques, technologies, or concepts.
• Investigates and resolves unique and complex manufacturing problems related to product realization.
• Maintains a working knowledge of new technologies which may improve operations and develops recommendations accordingly.
• Provide support and technical assistance to Production, Quality and IT Departments.
• Will work with customers directly on Product Development / Improvement and work closely with vendors.
• Represent Engineering Department in all Production, Planning (router review) and Quality (MRB, NCR, RC/CA, ECO’s etc.) meetings.

Competency: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Analytical - Designs workflows and procedures.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Works well in group problem solving situations.
• Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress.
• Technical Skills - Shares expertise with others.
• Experience with SolidWorks a must. Experience with CAMWorks plus.
• General knowledge of GD&T.
• 10 years machining experience.
• Customer Service - Responds promptly to customer needs; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Teamwork - Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Presents numerical data effectively.
• Delegation - Delegates work assignments; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities.
• Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education/Experience:

Master's degree (M. A.) or equivalent; or ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Ability:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Math Ability:

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints or other engineering documents, including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance requirements.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Word Processing software; Spreadsheet software; Internet software and Manufacturing software.