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    Director of Engineering - Minneapolis, United States - Qual IT Resources

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    Description

    The Director of Engineering will manage all activities of the testing laboratory to test electromechanical equipment and components, products, and systems by performing the following duties:

    Primary Accountabilities and Responsibilities

    Plans, coordinates, and executes lab strategic roadmap to align with Multi-Generational Product Plan (MGPP) and Multi-Generational Technology Plan (MGTP) with the following responsibilities:

    • Directs the analysis and formulation of capital plans in alignment with MGPP/MGTP. Engineering owner of capital budgeting and planning process. Participates in the expenditure request review and approval process.
    • Drives the development of testing technology strategies with the implementation of innovative solutions to data acquisition, software and test facility operation to close knowledge gaps identified in MGTP.
    • Trains, attracts and maintains key skill sets in alignment with MGPP/MGTP.
    • Composes and delivers C-level presentations outlining laboratory strategic vision, investments, and initiatives.
    • Establishes annual department goals, initiatives, and metrics in alignment with business objectives (DAA Way).
    • Facilitates process improvement identification, prioritization, and implementation.
    • Ensures the department operates in coordination with other departments to meet company strategy and business plans.
    • Provides leadership, conflict resolution and consensus management among laboratory employees as well as other departments.
    • Evaluates and implements a balanced structure of internal and external technical resources to meet business needs and financial commitments.
    • Leadership champion of Laboratory QMS and accreditations (ISO, ETL, UL, AMCA, etc).
    • Active participation in the development and review of industry standards applicable to the method of test (ASHRAE, AHRI, DOE, UL, ISO, etc).
    • Facilitates talent management process across the laboratory organization with the use of HR tools (e.g. Performance Management, 9-Block, Succession, etc)
    • Builds and maintains talent pipelines. Participates in advocacy for technical/trades career paths.
    • Composes site safety policies, establishes safety procedures, reviews work processes for ergonomic impact, maintains equipment and testing facility in accordance with OSHA standards.
    • Oversees maintenance of the test lab facility and equipment. Oversees regular preventive maintenance planning and execution.
    • Ownership of laboratory AOP planning and submission. Monthly management of department budget to AOP plan.
    • Directly supervises 8 to 10 employees with a total organization of 100 Engineering Technicians and Engineers. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems
    • Ability to work with mathematical concepts, on an engineering level, such as; probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

    Key Selection Criteria

    Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.

    Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates results.

    Delegation - Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.

    Managing People - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Fosters quality focus in others; Continually works to improve supervisory skills.

    Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

    Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Conserves organizational resources.

    Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.

    Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence.

    Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

    Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines.

    Education and Experience

    • Bachelors Degree (B.S.) in Engineering (Technical or Scientific) is required. Masters degree is highly preferred.
    • Seven (7) years of experience in related field with at least three (3) years of management experience
    • Experience in a multi-cultural or global environment, preferably including an international assignment, is highly desirable.

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