Mechanical Engineering Manager

Ametek, Inc.•Broken Arrow, OK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Mechanical Engineering Manager leads a group of mechanical engineers to design, develop, and support Chandler Engineering products and to support the business activities of the operations, sales, and service groups. This role involves managing the process of developing new products by providing project resource management, including developing product specifications, product development schedules, and product documentation. The manager will lead the engineering team in designing and developing products, and in supporting manufacturing, sales, and service functions, ensuring adherence to ISO procedures. Responsibilities also include conducting performance appraisals, providing departmental activity reports, collaborating with Operations to improve production efficiency and quality, ensuring product quality meets customer expectations, executing VA/VE projects, and performing all work in accordance with manuals and safety guidelines. Travel, up to 25%, may be required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, chemistry, environmental science, or equivalent experience.
Holds an active P.E. license in the state of Oklahoma.
5+ years of relevant experience.
Experience creating 3-D models and associated drawings in CAD (especially SolidWorks).
A strong foundation in core engineering principles, including mechanics, thermodynamics, materials science, and design.
Experience in the entire product lifecycle, from concept to commercialization.
Mastery of computer-aided design and manufacturing tools.
Works effectively with cross-functional teams.
Ability to assemble and lead high-performing engineering teams.
Proven track record of managing complex engineering projects within budget and timeline.
Ability to analyze complex problems and develop effective solutions.
Effectively communicates technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Leverages data and analytics to identify opportunities, solve problems, and make data-driven decisions.
Inspires and motivates teams, builds strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and effectively communicates at all levels.

Nice To Haves

5-7 years of experience leading projects and/or people.
API Pressure Vessels Inspector Certification.
Project management skills and PMP certification.
Ability to create 3-D models and associated drawings in CAD (especially SolidWorks), preferred.
Knowledge of ERP systems is a plus (especially Navision).

Responsibilities

Manage the process of developing new products by providing project resource management including developing product specifications, product development schedules, and product documentation.
Lead a group of mechanical engineers in designing and developing products, and in the support of manufacturing, sales, and service functions.
Ensure that the Engineering team follows ISO procedures as outlined in the department's work instructions.
Conduct annual performance appraisals of direct reports.
Provide weekly departmental activity reports to the Director of Engineering.
Work with Operations to maintain/improve production line efficiency, consistency, quality, and yields. This includes daily problem solving and creation and documentation of processes and fixtures used to manufacture and test products.
Ensure that the quality and performance of our products meets our customer's expectations.
Find and execute VA/VE projects as needed.
Perform all work in accordance with approved manuals and follow all policies and safety guidelines.
Other duties as assigned.