What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Manager of Development Engineering position at CPM Holdings, Inc.?
CPM Holdings, Inc. is a diversified leading global supplier of process equipment and engineered technologies that sustainably feed, fuel, and build a better world. With its growing family of 17 market-leading product brands, CPM serves a variety of industries including animal feed, consumer food, green energy, advanced materials and sustainable packaging. Founded in 1883, CPM has 1,700 employees across 36 facilities on 4 continents with presence in 150 countries. From the foods you eat to the fuels you require, CPM plays an important role in making the world more efficient and more sustainable. For more information, visit OneCPM.com.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Lead, manage, and mentor a team of design engineers and designers in the design, development, and production launch of industrial equipment
- Oversee all new product development engineering projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
- Maintains competitiveness of existing product families by managing Enterprise change management process to drive enhancements, extensions and continuous improvement
- Drives project management execution and process improvements to support the delivery of expected results
- Oversee the preparation and management of project budgets, schedules, and resources.
- Conduct design reviews and provide technical guidance to the team
- Prioritizes design for manufacturability, working closely with manufacturing teams to develop designs that can be efficiently produced in-house or by third-party vendors
- Oversees the planning and tracking of all phases of the product life cycle
- Fosters a culture of continuous improvement within engineering by promoting the use of best practices, new technologies, and innovative engineering approaches.
- Ensures all engineering work complies with industry standards, codes, and regulations
- Develops and implements strategic plans to enhance the engineering team's efficiency and effectiveness by recruiting & training for new competencies and skills
Qualifications and Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical Engineering required; Master’s degree would receive special attention
- Minimum of 10 years' experience in the mechanical engineering field in the industrial/ agricultural industry, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
- Strong background in mechanical and structural design and analysis experience with CAD systems, 3D modeling and simulation tools (FEA)
- Familiarity with PLM systems and integrated CAD / ERP systems
- Experience with steel cutting / forming and weldments would be considered a plus
- Excellent leadership and team management skills
- Ability to manage and collaborate with globally distributed teams
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail
- Must be able to communicate fluently in English. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a strong ability to collaborate with various stakeholders and cross-functional teams
- Demonstrates professional integrity and ethics
- Ability to travel on an as needed basis up to 20% domestically and internationally
CPM Acquisition Corp. is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. CPM Acquisition Corp. offers competitive compensation and benefits, including paid holidays and vacations, 401k, medical/dental insurance, tuition assistance, and more.
