Sr. Engineer Technical Leader (Plant Process) - Medley, FL

Pella Corporation•Medley, FL

39d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for coordination of complex and multi-disciplined engineering projects from concept thru implementation to delivering results. Coordinates all work within the scope of assigned projects to ensure objectives in terms of quality, cost, and time are met. Follows the structure of Pella’s Safety, Quality, Project Management & Continuous Improvement Systems from concept through project execution and results. Approves product/process design and prepares engineering documents; such as cost estimates, appropriation requests, projects schedules, design specifications, instruction specifications, purchase requisitions, operating manuals, and technical reports. Assures that contracts are awarded to the outside vendors that offer the best value and appropriate quality. Responsible for effective communication of engineering information among team members and stakeholders. May supervise assigned technical team members and coordinates their work within the scope of assigned responsibilities. A constant learner who serves as an expert resource across the organization, providing technical information, and engineering recommendations that influence projects and business imperatives. Capable of working independently and with minimal direction on complex projects. Also responsible for the advancement and application of engineering technologies and processes. Primarily an individual contributor role that influences others. Capable of leading a team in complex technical projects from development through implementation. Serves as a mentor and coach to others in area of expertise. May supervise exempt, non-exempt, and hourly employees. Develops and evaluates plans and criteria for a variety of projects and activities. Plans, schedules, and coordinates detailed phases of a project or task. Technology process owner; responsible for developing and applying knowledge across multiple disciplines and across the organization. Assesses the feasibility and soundness of proposed approaches, techniques or equipment when necessary data are insufficient. Performs as requested as advisor and consultant relative to a scientific or engineering specialty or a product function. Carries out assignments requiring the development of new or improved techniques and procedures. Possesses in-depth problem solving skills utilized to determine and address root cause. Work results in the development of refined equipment, materials, processes, products, technologies, and/or scientific methods. Plans and coordinates work requiring independent judgment in the evaluation, selection, and adaptation of advanced techniques and processes. Knowledge and judgment have a direct effect on advancement of assigned technology and business results. Leveraged as an expert in the organization to coach and provide direction in areas of expertise within the corporation. Identifies and develops technologies that are successfully integrated to build the business. Transfer, modify, procure, install, and start up manufacturing processes at suppliers and Pella. The scope of influence of this position spans manufacturing, engineering, product & process development, material and equipment vendors. Strong collaboration skills are necessary when prioritizing, planning and implementing projects. The ability to effectively present information, defend a position and address concerns is key to driving execution. The position is expected to understand and apply safe practices in line with Pella’s safety policies.

Requirements

7+ years combined engineering experience within 2-3 disciplines (Process, Product, CI, Project, Quality, Plant).
Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Math, or relevant Science or combination of education and experience.
Microsoft Office applications and AutoCAD required.
Competency across multiple disciplines or technologies.
Strong project management skills.
Demonstrated capability to influence upper management.
Understand and apply safe practices in line with Pella’s safety policies.

Nice To Haves

Masters Degree preferred in Engineering, Math, or relevant Science.
Microsoft Project preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordination of complex and multi-disciplined engineering projects from concept thru implementation to delivering results.
Coordinate all work within the scope of assigned projects to ensure objectives in terms of quality, cost, and time are met.
Follows the structure of Pella’s Safety, Quality, Project Management & Continuous Improvement Systems from concept through project execution and results.
Approve product/process design and prepares engineering documents; such as cost estimates, appropriation requests, projects schedules, design specifications, instruction specifications, purchase requisitions, operating manuals, and technical reports.
Assure that contracts are awarded to the outside vendors that offer the best value and appropriate quality.
Effective communication of engineering information among team members and stakeholders.
May supervise assigned technical team members and coordinates their work within the scope of assigned responsibilities.
Serve as an expert resource across the organization, providing technical information, and engineering recommendations that influence projects and business imperatives.
Responsible for the advancement and application of engineering technologies and processes.
Lead a team in complex technical projects from development through implementation.
Serve as a mentor and coach to others in area of expertise.
May supervise exempt, non-exempt, and hourly employees.
Develops and evaluates plans and criteria for a variety of projects and activities.
Plans, schedules, and coordinates detailed phases of a project or task.
Technology process owner; responsible for developing and applying knowledge across multiple disciplines and across the organization.
Assess the feasibility and soundness of proposed approaches, techniques or equipment when necessary data are insufficient.
Perform as requested as advisor and consultant relative to a scientific or engineering specialty or a product function.
Carry out assignments requiring the development of new or improved techniques and procedures.
Utilize in-depth problem solving skills to determine and address root cause.
Work results in the development of refined equipment, materials, processes, products, technologies, and/or scientific methods.
Plan and coordinate work requiring independent judgment in the evaluation, selection, and adaptation of advanced techniques and processes.
Coach and provide direction in areas of expertise within the corporation.
Identify and develop technologies that are successfully integrated to build the business.
Transfer, modify, procure, install, and start up manufacturing processes at suppliers and Pella.
Prioritize, plan and implement projects.
Effectively present information, defend a position and address concerns.
Understand and apply safe practices in line with Pella’s safety policies.
Manage 1-3 Exempt, Salaried non-Exempt or Hourly employees.