Director of Engineering
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If you are a driven team leader with engineering education and experience, consider a Director of Engineering position with Viking Masek Robotics & Automation! Engineering expertise coupled with a strategic mind and strong decision-making skills would make you the perfect candidate for this position.
We have a fun, relaxed workplace culture, solid benefits package, clean workplace environment, and significant opportunity for growth for the right person.
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Description
Responsible for directing Engineering, execution of business and departmental plans. Plans and directs all aspects of engineering activities within an organization. Ensures all engineering projects, initiatives, and processes are in conformance with org's established policies and are driven for results. Demonstrates expertise in a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on extensive experience, judgment and decisiveness to plan and accomplish goals. Develop and measure progress through metrics and tangible goals. Formulating and enforcing policies for departmental sustainability and growth. Create team consensus and unity when setting goals or resolving conflicts. Coach, monitor & enforce accountability. Implement departmental staffing strategies and develop collaborative relationships across the company. Provide strong leadership skills, great communication skills, and high motivation.
Location
New Berlin, WI - USA
Hours
Mon - Fri
7:00 AM - 4:00 PM (can be flexible)
Travel
Approximately 10%
Reports to
President
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Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, PE, ME, or BA, or 10 years of experience in the field.
- Minimum of 3 years Engineering management of automation systems or robotics
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Minimum of 3 years Technical project management experience
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Demonstrated ability to understand and execute on processes
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Proficiency in Microsoft applications such as Microsoft SharePoint, Excel, Teams, etc.
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Self-motivated and flexible attitude.
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Strong computer and mathematical skills.
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Exceptional communication skills
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Commitment, Accuracy, Accountability, Communication, Closure
- Extensive experience managing people & teams
- Ability to identify weak spots in a process to improve efficiency & execute
- Great planning & project management skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, multi-task & balance critical priorities
- Team player that is a highly disciplined, problem-solver with a strong work ethic
- Make a difference within the company (contribute to the overall org)
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
· Able to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
· Able to use close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color determination, and adjustment of focus.
· Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, and hear.
· Occasionally required to bend, twist, climb, kneel and balance.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Reviews overall contractual requirements for projects and process methodology
- Influences engineering department and drive business strategies and plans
- Resolves matters with other directors & managers for the collective good of the company
- Develops and monitors departmental metrics and quarterly goals
- Introduces capacity planning methods and proactively monitor
- Evaluates and improves systems and processes to effectively meet project requirements and profitability goals
- Implements staffing strategies
- Collectively works with and drives European engineering partners to accomplish & satisfy US business needs
- Active involvement in developing & simplifying new products & setting timelines
- Manages & executes engineering projects end-to-end
- Complies with ERP software & projects by setting requirements, goals, and timelines
- Leadership abilities with a strategic mind
- Excellent project management skills
- Maintains good relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Implements best practice or SOP engineering methods
- Moderately paced with decision-making ability
