Director of Engineering

SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:      

Responsible for leading product engineering function of Akron Brass, including designing new product, re-engineering of existing product, operations support, product liability, and documentation and product structure control. 

REPORTS TO (Title): 

 Akron Brass Site Leader 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Lead and develop the Engineering team; serve as the organization’s product design expert

• Oversee engineering for new and existing products to meet customer, schedule, and cost requirements

• Support manufacturing and operations with timely engineering solutions

• Improve engineering processes for efficiency, accuracy, and cost reduction

• Ensure compliance with mechanical specifications, ISO 9001:2015, and the Akron Brass Quality Manual

• Manage shifting priorities and ensure deadlines are met

• Stay current on industry trends and emerging technologies

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams on new product introduction and manufacturing readiness

•   Plan and manage the Engineering budget and resource allocation

• Foster a culture of creativity, innovation, and continuous improvement

• Communicate critical quality, compliance, supply, and safety risks to leadership

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND REQUIRED ABILITIES: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field (Master’s preferred)

• 5+ years of engineering or product development experience

• 3+ years of managerial experience

• Strong skills in GD&T, 3D CAD, FEA, and project management

• Experience with CFD and multi‑disciplinary engineering (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic)

• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement practices

• Excellent communication, technical writing, and presentation skills

• Ability to work cross‑functionally and adapt to changing priorities

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field (Master’s preferred)

• 5+ years of engineering or product development experience

•   3+ years of managerial experience

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

• Office role with 25% of time spent in lab environment.  

• Limited travel. Some moderate lifting is required at times.