Director of Engineering

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Lead the engineering and document control team to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction.
• Coach the team for self-sufficiency and proactive contributions.
• Demonstrate effective communication and professionalism.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors and team members.
• Stay organized and adaptable, following instructions effectively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Collaborate with customer engineering to improve designs.
• Manage document control to ensure timely project completion.
• Understand company services and SMT equipment; experience with programming and interpreting x-ray images is a plus.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD/SolidWorks, reflow profiles, and machinery troubleshooting.
• Experience with selective and wave soldering, assembly fab drawings, and writing DFM reports.
• Conduct defect review and root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with engineers and floor personnel, and have experience in stencil design and rework processes.
• Knowledge of label creation and IPC/J-STD training.
• Experience with Stencil Design using Gerbers, CAD, and any other design tool
• Experience with Rework processes Hot Air, BGA repair, Wash/PCA cleaning, and routine solder iron rework.
• TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT
• Assist in researching industry trends and establishing a technology roadmap to maintain competitive advantage.
• Expected outcomes:
• Report on internal capabilities versus market requirements for customer satisfaction.
• Monitor disruptive technologies and their impacts on the business.
• Keep leadership informed on EMS technology trends and market requirements for strategic planning. staff investments

Requirements

• Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
• 10 years in electronic manufacturing services; 5 years in new product introductions
• Required SMT Manufacturing or EMS experience
• Extensive knowledge of PCBA processes, high-level assemblies, and box builds
• Client-facing experience with strong communication skills
• Lean/Six Sigma experience required; Black Belt certification preferred
• Experience in leading change and transformation
• Ability to coach, mentor, and develop staff with integrity
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Project)
• Experience with PCB design and CAD tools such as Valor, Cadence, Cam 350, Autocad, Solidworks
• Ability to lead and manage projects
• Understanding of business finance required
• Experience in a regulated industry such as aerospace, defense, or medical device

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

Salary:

Range: $180K-$220K