Director of Engineering
• Experience:
NOTE: Looking for local or nearby Candidates
o Minimum 10 years work-related experience, 3-5 years Management experience
o Working knowledge of Lean methodologies
o Has good knowledge of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS), SAE, and other over-the-road vehicle standards and specifications.
• Communications:
o Excellent verbal and written communication skills
o Effective interaction with personnel at various levels within and outside the business
o Positive working attitude toward other employees; be a team player
• Engineering Focus:
o Develop and lead a team of engineers, designers, and technicians towards world class goals while converting specific customer requirements to robust engineering designs/packages
o Provides leadership and direction such that the engineering process is developed and executed similar to a production process, driving efficiencies in cycle time/lead time reduction and defect reduction
o Supports the Lean Organization while working closely with manufacturing, quality, and materials on product and process improvement initiatives
o Manages the total cost of the Bill of Materials
o Oversees the Development of all projects and initiatives including proposal/approval, budgeting, resourcing, milestone deliverables, reliability testing, prototype manufacturing and production launch
o Liaisons with Sales and Operations Management in the evaluation of new product offerings
o Drive product development through a strong understanding of the marketplace and competitive landscape
• Education/Misc.:
o 4 year Bachelor’s degree in Engineering. Master’s degree or Professional Engineering degrees desirable
o Technical knowledge of mechanical design and material specifications.
o Ability to operate a PC with Solid Works or similar software
o Additional certifications and training in Lean, Six Sigma, or other advanced degree programs desirable
o Ability to travel to other plants (North Carolina) and industry events
Job Status: Full Time
Eligibility: H1B or EAD GC or GC or USC
Contact: 703 349 1214
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