Director, Continuous Engineering & NPI
JOB TITLE:
Director, Continuous Engineering & NPIEMPLOYER:
ZEVX INC.
DEPARTMENT:
EngineeringREPORTS TO:
SVP, Engineering
Summary:
The Director of Continuous improvement or engineering (CI/CE) is an individual who develops execution strategies that result in improving customer satisfaction performance metrics, ease of manufacturability, optimizing product performance, maximizing cross platform applicability, and increasing market share through enhancing design & serviceability.
A Continuous engineering director is not only highly competent and capable in product design, engineering development planning, and product/solutions implementation to ensure performance and process development, but also as a leader who drives the CE initiatives focused on product optimization and customer satisfaction requirements.
A successful Director of CE/CI has a depth of process improvement experience in engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain, including several years of experience leading and executing process improvement projects using Lean and Six Sigma and other continuous improvement principles.
This role builds processes for engineering change order in conjunction with manufacturing (DFM) and field engineering (install and service).
Additionally, this role requires hands-on knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, with a preference for electric vehicles.
DUTIES AND
Responsibilities:
o Design, develops, and implements hardware and firmware test bench procedures for systems design validation.
o Understands and identifies certification requirements provided by project management or engineering team.
Capable of deciding what procedures are required to release revision and meet certification criteria.
o Analyzes and investigates major software revision metrics, understands system architecture key performance indicators for the given test requirement.
o Defines design specifications and parameters for testing criteria.
o Coordinates with hardware engineers to resolve hardware/software compatibility and interface considerations.
o Interfaces with other departments to participate in specification, design, code, and test reviews.
o Provides documentation of software performance through testing procedures.
o Follows and contributes to improvement of the software development process, providing evidence through test historical data.
o Provides timely hardware engineering support and problem resolution.
o Interfaces with users to define system requirements and/or necessary modifications; provides maintenance information relating to required maintenance for service organization.
o Produces timely test status reports and projections.
o Develops and tracks objectives and schedules.
o Participates in project planning and timeline management.
o Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications:
o Bachelor's degree (B.
S.
) in mechanical or electrical engineering.
o Eight years related experience.
o Commitment to excellence and high standards.
o Excellent written and oral communication skills.
o Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
o Ability to manage priorities and workflow.
o Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
o Acute attention to detail.
o Supervisory experience o Demonstrated ability to plan and organize engineering-based projects.
o Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and Committees for design audits, design ideation, requirements verification, and scheduling.
o Proficient on Matlab/Simulink, Teamcenter (PLM), Siemens NX (CAD), Solidworks (CAD), Flownex/Matlab Fluid Dynamics, PLEX (MES) - Viewer o Proven ability to handle multiple projects in parallel format and meet required deadlines.
o Creative, flexible, disciplined, and innovative team player.
o Ability to work on complex projects with general direction and minimal guidance.
o Working knowledge and understanding of the basic principles, theories, concepts, and practices in the applicable area of engineering/technical specialization within ZEVX product sets.
o Proven ability to write clear technical/engineering documentation, and coordinate documentation amongst necessary digital systems for cross-functional alignment.
COMPETENCIES:
o Analytical--Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.
o Design--Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail.
o Problem Solving--Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
o Technical Skills--Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
o Interpersonal Skills--Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
o Written Communication--Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
o Teamwork--Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
o Quality Management--Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
o Strategic Thinking--Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; Analyzes market and competition; Identifies external threats and opportunities; Adapts strategy to changing conditions.
o 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.
o Planning/Organizing--Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
o 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.
o Quality--Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
o Quantity--Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
o Safety and Security--Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equiPI225937137 Recommended Skills Attention To Detail Auditing Business Process Improvement Cad Communication Computer Engineering Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Director, Continuous Engineering & NPIEMPLOYER:
ZEVX INC.
DEPARTMENT:
EngineeringREPORTS TO:
SVP, Engineering
Summary:
The Director of Continuous improvement or engineering (CI/CE) is an individual who develops execution strategies that result in improving customer satisfaction performance metrics, ease of manufacturability, optimizing product performance, maximizing cross platform applicability, and increasing market share through enhancing design & serviceability.
A Continuous engineering director is not only highly competent and capable in product design, engineering development planning, and product/solutions implementation to ensure performance and process development, but also as a leader who drives the CE initiatives focused on product optimization and customer satisfaction requirements.
A successful Director of CE/CI has a depth of process improvement experience in engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain, including several years of experience leading and executing process improvement projects using Lean and Six Sigma and other continuous improvement principles.
This role builds processes for engineering change order in conjunction with manufacturing (DFM) and field engineering (install and service).
Additionally, this role requires hands-on knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, with a preference for electric vehicles.
DUTIES AND
Responsibilities:
o Design, develops, and implements hardware and firmware test bench procedures for systems design validation.
o Understands and identifies certification requirements provided by project management or engineering team.
Capable of deciding what procedures are required to release revision and meet certification criteria.
o Analyzes and investigates major software revision metrics, understands system architecture key performance indicators for the given test requirement.
o Defines design specifications and parameters for testing criteria.
o Coordinates with hardware engineers to resolve hardware/software compatibility and interface considerations.
o Interfaces with other departments to participate in specification, design, code, and test reviews.
o Provides documentation of software performance through testing procedures.
o Follows and contributes to improvement of the software development process, providing evidence through test historical data.
o Provides timely hardware engineering support and problem resolution.
o Interfaces with users to define system requirements and/or necessary modifications; provides maintenance information relating to required maintenance for service organization.
o Produces timely test status reports and projections.
o Develops and tracks objectives and schedules.
o Participates in project planning and timeline management.
o Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications:
o Bachelor's degree (B.
S.
) in mechanical or electrical engineering.
o Eight years related experience.
o Commitment to excellence and high standards.
o Excellent written and oral communication skills.
o Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
o Ability to manage priorities and workflow.
o Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
o Acute attention to detail.
o Supervisory experience o Demonstrated ability to plan and organize engineering-based projects.
o Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and Committees for design audits, design ideation, requirements verification, and scheduling.
o Proficient on Matlab/Simulink, Teamcenter (PLM), Siemens NX (CAD), Solidworks (CAD), Flownex/Matlab Fluid Dynamics, PLEX (MES) - Viewer o Proven ability to handle multiple projects in parallel format and meet required deadlines.
o Creative, flexible, disciplined, and innovative team player.
o Ability to work on complex projects with general direction and minimal guidance.
o Working knowledge and understanding of the basic principles, theories, concepts, and practices in the applicable area of engineering/technical specialization within ZEVX product sets.
o Proven ability to write clear technical/engineering documentation, and coordinate documentation amongst necessary digital systems for cross-functional alignment.
COMPETENCIES:
o Analytical--Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.
o Design--Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail.
o Problem Solving--Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
o Technical Skills--Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
o Interpersonal Skills--Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
o Written Communication--Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
o Teamwork--Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
o Quality Management--Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
o Strategic Thinking--Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; Analyzes market and competition; Identifies external threats and opportunities; Adapts strategy to changing conditions.
o 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.
o Planning/Organizing--Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
o 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.
o Quality--Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
o Quantity--Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
o Safety and Security--Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equiPI225937137 Recommended Skills Attention To Detail Auditing Business Process Improvement Cad Communication Computer Engineering Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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