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Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly motivated and strategic Central Engineering Team Manager to lead and develop our central engineering team. This team plays a critical role in facility design, new product development, current product improvements, and supporting sales with technical insight and innovation. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background, proven leadership capabilities, and a passion for continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration.
Key Responsibilities:
* Team Leadership & Development
* Recruit, lead, mentor, and develop a multidisciplinary team of engineers.
* Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous learning.
* Allocate resources and assign projects to ensure optimal team performance.
* Engineering & Design
* Oversee the design and development of new Facility Designs and Product offerings.
* Ensure that engineering projects meet quality, cost, and timeline objectives.
* Support the implementation of new technologies, integrate the product offerings of multiple business units, and proactive designs for clients.
* Product Development & Support
* Drive the product development lifecycle from concept to launch.
* Collaborate with sales, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure design feasibility and compliance.
* Identify and execute improvements on current products to enhance performance, cost-efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
* Sales & Opportunity Support
* Meet with customers to present and develop solutions and product offerings.
* Partner with the sales team to identify and evaluate new business opportunities.
* Provide technical support and innovative solutions for customer requirements and proposals.
* Translate customer feedback into actionable engineering improvements.
* Process & Efficiency Improvements
* Analyze existing product lines for design and manufacturing optimization.
* Lead initiatives focused on reducing costs, improving quality, and increasing production efficiency.
* Standardize engineering practices and documentation across the organization.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Petroleum Engineering
* 7+ years of engineering experience with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role.
* Proven experience in facility design, product development, and cross-functional collaboration.
* Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
* Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
* Experience working in a manufacturing environment is a plus.
Preferred Skills:
* Proficiency in process software and engineering tools.
* Familiarity with fabrication processes and build efficiencies.
* Background in supporting sales or customer-facing engineering projects.
* Experience working in a matrixed or multi-site engineering environment.