Manager, Mechanical Engineering

Mission Critical Group • Lower Salford Township, PA

3d • $140,000 - $150,000

About The Position

The Manager, Mechanical Engineering Department is responsible for customized and innovative mechanical designs for Mission Critical Group products that meet client needs. The role leads and implements strategic direction for design components, with a focus on leading cycle time, superior quality, and reduced per-unit costs. The manager is also expected to represent the company's brand, mission, vision, values, and organizational strategy consistently.

Requirements

• 10 or more years of Mechanical Engineering design experience in the marine, heavy industrial, and/or oil and gas industries.
• 5 or more years of electro-mechanical power system design experience involving low voltage, medium voltage, power distribution and controls, and motor control centers.
• 2 years of experience leading and managing an engineering team.
• Self-motivated, able to identify and resolve issues independently, and committed to guidelines, procedures, and integrity.
• Knowledge of engineering science and technology and its practical application to the design and production of goods and services.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and techniques for effective manufacturing and distribution.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles used to produce precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models, including Custom Buss design guidelines.
• Knowledge of computer hardware and software, including 3D mechanical design applications such as Pro E Wildfire, SolidWorks, and Autodesk Inventor.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio, and MRP/ERP systems such as SAP and Oracle.
• Knowledge of UL-1558, UL-891, UL-67, UL-508, UL-845, and UL-DLAH standards, and familiarity with regional utility codes in areas such as Chicago, New York, and California.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interpret technical, scientific, financial, and legal documents; respond to inquiries and complaints; write speeches and articles; and present information to management, public groups, and boards.
• Strong math skills, including probability, statistics, and quadratic equations.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, or a Master of Business Administration degree.
• Professional Engineer (PE) or Engineer in Training (EIT) credential.

Responsibilities

• Help Mechanical Engineers, Designers, and Drafters develop and follow effective design techniques and processes to increase project efficiency.
• Provide technical guidance and serve as the lead subject matter expert for mechanical engineering consultation, including material selection and design concepts that preserve product integrity, meet industry standards, and satisfy client specifications.
• Maintain internal department processes, support best-in-class manufacturing, develop team members, and allocate departmental capabilities to make effective use of human resources.
• Establish, manage, monitor, and improve Mechanical Engineering processes to reduce operational costs, improve quality, and develop innovative products.
• Identify and implement advanced tools in engineering and manufacturing to increase efficiency and quality.
• Manage Mechanical Engineering staffing, resources, and tools to meet client technical and scheduling needs.
• Coordinate with Estimating on technical matters to support accurate quotes; work with Manufacturing Managers to monitor project progress and efficiency; serve as the final authority on technical matters.
• Recommend research and development budgets and expenditures, focusing on product simplification, standardization, cost reduction, and process improvement.
• Coordinate with Electrical Engineering and Building Design to share technical information and produce finalized, detailed, compliant designs for clients and Manufacturing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager