What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Supervisor position at Flexco Brand?
Flexco, a leading global manufacturer, is seeking an Engineering Supervisor to join our team in Downers Grove, IL. The engineering supervisor will collaborate with a global team to deliver new products and processes for a specific industry segment. This role will oversee a small team, reporting to an engineering manager. The ideal candidate will have experience in large industrial settings, with a specific focus on underground mining solution The chosen candidate will be responsible for the following:
- Provide technical leadership for a team of approximately 4 – 5 Engineers and Technicians
- Lead activities to brainstorm, conceptualize, evaluate feasibility, design and launch new and/or significantly improve products and processes
- Develop and monitor product development metrics
- Direct rapid prototyping activities for product development projects
- Define and direct internal and field testing activities
The Flexco team is interested in you if you have:
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related Engineering field
- 15 years of experience in engineering, with experience in mining, bulk material handling conveyors or other industrial applications preferred.
- Strong leadership/management experience
- Experience in designing and releasing new products
- Proficiency in 3D CAD, SolidWorks preferred
- Knowledge of fundamental engineering principles involving the calculation of failure analysis using stress, strain, and fatigue
- Extensive knowledge of the mechanical properties of a variety of materials including ferrous & non-ferrous metals, plastics, and elastomers
- Experience with designing and developing Electro-mechanical engineering and/or ‘smart’ products with digital IOT capabilities (preferred)
- Familiarity with traditional stage gate development processes as well as agile style design processes (preferred)
Flexco offers generous packages including:
- Medical, dental and vision insurance starting on the first day of employment
- Pension plan
- 401k with 2% company match
- 4 weeks of vacation to start
- 12 paid holidays per year
- Competitive compensation
- Tuition reimbursement/educational assistance
This position will offer the opportunity to work remotely up to two days per week after six months of employment.
This is your opportunity to work in an environment where the culture is focused on being Better Together, People First, Customer Centered, Forward Thinking and always Committed to Excellence. Flexco has consistently been named to the list of the nation's "101 Best & Brightest Companies To Work For" by the National Association for Business Resources.
Are you interested in us? Please apply via our website, www.flexco.com, by choosing the “careers” link at the top of the page.
Flexco is an equal-opportunity employer.