Director, Engineering Operations

Nikkiso Cryogenic Industries • Santa Ana, CA

111d • $130,000 - $190,000

About The Position

Leading the Engineering department and reporting to the General Manager, the Director, Engineering Operations provides leadership, vision and support for the engineering team. The Director, Engineering Operations manages and coordinates the work of the engineering team and provides leadership, support and focus while ensuring company goals are met.

Requirements

• Strong operational skills in a product development environment.
• Must possess a history of strong leadership, deep practical engineering knowledge and proven record of accomplishment for timely project delivery, project management, cost control and customer satisfaction.
• Must be able to work effectively in a team environment and will interface closely with Quality, Project Management, Purchasing, and Operations.
• Extensive 3D CAD software experience; SolidWorks experience required.
• EPDM experience; SolidWorks EPDM preferred.
• Bring knowledge and creativity to the position as well as have the discipline to drive results and follow established fundamental processes.
• Demonstrated team building and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate and innovate.
• Technical Program Management.
• Knowledge of ISO standards and engineering related administrative and filing procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors and other staff.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated expertise in thermal dynamics, fluid dynamics, and material science as they relate to cryogenic environments.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to cryogenic fluids and industrial equipment.
• Strong technical background in cryogenic pumping systems, including principles of operation, design considerations, and performance characteristics.
• Expertise in utilizing engineering software and tools relevant to cryogenic pump design and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Plans and directs all aspects of engineering activities and projects within an organization.
• Ensures all engineering projects, initiatives, and processes are in conformance with organization's established policies and objectives.
• Oversees a robust engineering process and delivery timelines to keep projects on schedule and on budget.
• Utilizes best practice engineering methods and provides expert technical guidance for engineering initiatives.
• Responsible for generating and implementing recovery plans for past due engineering milestones to ensure test dates and contractual delivery requirements are maintained.
• Implements and maintains overall engineering objectives and initiatives.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities in relation to engineering designs and drawings.
• Make recommendations for continuous improvement in operational efficiency and safety of the test facility.
• Direct, review, and approve product designs and changes.
• Ensure engineering procedures required to mitigate risk of engineering flaws in designs or drawings are in place and being executed.
• Conducts a continuous search of new materials, processes, and procedures to enhance and improve the product line.
• Prepare and maintain summary of overall engineering status for each project for weekly reporting to General Manager, CEO, or other Directors.

Benefits

• Salary: $130,000 - $190,000 per year.
• Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree