Director Engineering

CREATION TECHNOLOGIES

OAK CREEK, WI

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Aerospace and Defense, Benchmarking, Budgeting, Business Model, Business Plan, Capital Expenditure (CAPEX), Coaching, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Support/Service, Design For Excellence (DFX), Electronics Manufacturing, Employee Retention, Engineering, Engineering Management, Financial Management, Leadership, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Market Analysis, Mentoring, Needs Assessment, Operational Support, People Management, Performance Management, Performance Reviews, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Engineering, Process Manufacturing, Product/Service Launch, Project Development, Quality Assurance Methodology, Quality Metrics, Reduction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS), Regulatory Compliance, Resolve Customer Issues, Resource Management, Site Evaluation, Staff Requirements, Strategic Planning, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Presentation, Testing, Writing Skills

LOCATION

OAK CREEK, WI

POSTED

2 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: The Engineering Director at our EMS plant in North
America is a pivotal leadership role responsible for guiding and
overseeing the entire engineering function, encompassing Process
Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and Test Engineering
departments. This role demands a seasoned leader with substantial
expertise across various engineering disciplines, ideally within the EMS
industry. The Engineering Director is operational in focus, driving
project development at the site level, and plays a crucial role in
interfacing with high-tier customers, providing technical and project
management support. Site Engineering leader is a key part of the
engineering organization linking site engineering and corporate
engineering initiatives. Site engineering leader needs to be able to
dynamically orient resources to meet business needs. With a strong
emphasis on continuous improvement, regulatory compliance, and customer
support. The Engineering Director, as a member of the site leadership
team, ensures that engineering initiatives align with the
organization's strategic goals, enhancing efficiency, quality, and
customer satisfaction. REPORTING STRUCTURE: Reports to Business Unit
General Manager / Vice President DIRECT REPORTS: Engineering Managers
and Engineers DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but not limited to:
(1) Leadership Provides leadership to the engineering team, setting
strategic direction and fostering a culture of innovation and continuous
improvement, ensuring a high level of team performance and engagement.
Leads new engineering project deployment initiatives, ensuring alignment
with customer requirements and operational capabilities. Manages complex
manufacturing/process/test engineering processes, supplier
relationships, and engineering evaluations. Drives site business
improvement, regulatory compliance, and adherence to quality standards.
Live and encourage Creation's culture and values, acting as a role
model within the organization. Maintains broad engineering/technical
knowledge, offering expertise across Manufacturing, Test, and Process
disciplines in an electronics manufacturing plant. A member of the site
leadership team, ensures that engineering initiatives align with the
organization's strategic goals, enhancing efficiency, quality, and
customer satisfaction. (2) People Mentors and develops engineering
leadership and individual contributors, promoting talent growth and
operational excellence. Support organizational growth while continuing
to build and lead a strong team of professionals with cross-functional
responsibilities. Collaborates with regional and global engineering
leaders to align site activities with broader organizational objectives.
Actively engage in comprehensive people reviews to assess employee
performance, identify talent, and ensure alignment with organizational
goals. This role plays a pivotal role in the increment process,
contributing to decisions on salary adjustments based on performance
evaluations and market benchmarks. Lead the recruitment process for
engineering positions, ensuring that staffing requirements are met
promptly and effectively. This role requires strategic planning to
identify talent needs, securing and retaining top engineering talent.
(3) Customer Communicates effectively with internal and external
stakeholders, including executive presentations and technical
discussions with customers. Determine all Engineering project
priorities, ensuring alignment with business goals and customer
expectations. Provide support for key customer accounts, developing
relationships with customer senior leaders and resolving customer issues
efficiently. Responsible for supporting the customer requirements for
environmental standards, including RoHS, REACH, Conflict Minerals, and
others. (4) Financial Budgeting and resource planning for the Business
Unit Engineering team, including capital expenditure (CAPE ) and
resource allocation to support tactical & strategic objectives.
Oversight of engineering responsibilities for NPI activities including
Design for Excellence (DFx) to optimize manufacturability, cost, and
quality. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. * OTHER
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Required
Experience Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field with a
focus on electronics and manufacturing processes or equivalent industry
or military training experience. Minimum of 10+ Years of progressive
experience in electronics manufacturing including Minimum 5+ years in
engineering management/leadership roles. EMS experience preferred, with
a proven success record. Aerospace, Defense and Medical manufacturing
experience required for A&D/Medical MFG sites. Skills Required
Exceptional leadership and people management skills, with the ability to
coach, mentor, and develop high-performing teams. Comprehensive
knowledge of EMS manufacturing processes, business models, and the
technical landscape. Proven track record in managing complex engineering
projects, with a strong problem-solving capability. Excellent
collaboration and interaction skills, capable of working effectively
across all levels of the organization and with external partners.
Exceptionally strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with
the ability to convey complex concepts and influence decision-making.
Strategic thinker with the ability to navigate operational complexities
and drive site and customer success. Must have advanced SME expertise in
1 or more of the Test Engineering, Process Engineering or Manufacturing
Engineering, along with strong understanding of the remaining
engineering discipline(s). Fiscal responsibility, with experience in
budgeting, resource allocation, and performance management to achieve
organizational goals. Have a strong understanding of relevant compliance
standards and requirements e.g., ISO9001, ISO13485, ITAR, CGP, IPC and
J-STD workmanship standards. * APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply
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