Business Unit Manager - Engineering

ATC Automation•Simi Valley, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

ATC Automation is seeking a Business Unit Manager. This is an onsite role located in Simi Valley, CA. In this role, you will manage all aspects of mechanical and electrical design, assembly, wiring, testing/debug, including Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) associated with the production of Capital Equipment for our customers. This is a senior-level position, capable of managing internal personnel of up to 26 team members, vendors, customer relationships, the generation of and maintaining project timelines, cost and time estimations, and profit/loss management.

Requirements

Read and understand documents, drawings, and blueprints.
Professional communications and interactions with customers and employees.
Ability to communicate information in a clear and concise manner including speaking and presenting.
Knowledge in financial acumen.
Basic computer skills including Microsoft office and SolidWorks.
Proficient in mathematics and problem solving.
Minimum 2 years of experience in management or leadership role in a manufacturing or automation environment.
Valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Independent thinking
Strong conceptual skills
Strong understanding of machining fundamentals and material properties
Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
Ability to present engineering concepts in an effective manner to customers and peers
Effective at time management
Budgetary awareness
Strong decision making capabilities
Excellent leadership skills
Conflict resolution skills
Ability and desire to mentor
Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering or engineering technology is preferred.
Associate's degree in mechanical engineering technology.
5+ years of experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage and lead the efforts of a Mechanical Design group within your team.
Manage and lead the efforts of a Controls Design group within your team.
Vendor management.
Manage all aspects of machine assembly.
Ability to assist in troubleshooting, FAT and SAT efforts.
Create MS Project timelines.
Forecasting and tracking of project timelines, manpower allocations, cash forecasting.
Assisting in recruitment efforts to onboard new employees.
Conflict resolution among team members as well as customers.
Manage multiple projects at various stages of completeness.
Communicate to General Manager and others as needed on the status of projects including projections for financial profit or loss.
Create Project Change Notices (PCN's) – Quotes for scope changes, additions, credits, etc. for existing projects.
Other duties as assigned by manager.