What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Engineering Manager position at Mi-T-M Corporation?
Senior Engineering Manager
Job Summary:
The Senior Engineering Manager is responsible for the safe design of high-quality equipment, delivered on time and within budget for significant and complex client projects. This includes developing design/product standards and delivering custom-engineered integrated systems to meet both internal and external customer needs.
Key Responsibilities:
Lean and Continuous Improvement:
- Implement Lean Principles: Apply lean methodologies such as 5S, Kaizen, and Value Stream Mapping to streamline processes, eliminate waste, and enhance efficiency.
- Promote Continuous Improvement: Foster a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging regular feedback, conducting root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions.
- Standardize Processes: Develop and maintain standardized work procedures to ensure consistency and quality in manufacturing processes.
- Monitor Performance: Use key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress, identify areas for improvement, and drive operational excellence.
Team Development:
- Build and lead a responsive engineering team to work with internal and external customers from project kickoff through delivery of equipment and support.
- Coach, train, and develop the engineering team from a technical standpoint, ensuring they are equipped with the skills needed for success.
- Encourage a collaborative environment where team members can share ideas and best practices.
Technical Leadership:
- Provide technical analysis, design guidance, and input on new technologies and regulations to set strategic future plans.
- Ensure that all designs comply with safety standards and regulatory requirements.
- Develop and deploy product, component, and design standards grounded in customer research, expectations, and best practices.
Project Management:
- Oversee the development of design/product standards and the delivery of custom-engineered systems, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project execution and delivery.
- Provide continual improvement to current equipment, including design standards, manuals, and engineering procedures, and evaluate new technologies, design, and process.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in engineering or science.
7 years of experience leading engineering teams.
Sound knowledge of engineering theory and design criteria, including principles of heat transfer, combustion, battery technology, and wastewater knowledge of process equipment instrumentation and controls.
A minimum of five years' experience in progressive engineering roles in research and development.
At least five years of leading a multidisciplinary team of engineers.
Excellent analytical and verbal/written skills.
Familiarity with a variety of manufacturing processes, material selection, and product testing in addition to sketching, layout, and drafting work.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
Ability to work independently and as a team in a flexible environment, requiring attention to detail and confidentiality.
