Engineering Manager at Carlisle Interconnect Technologies in San Diego, California

Job Description:

SUMMARY


This role is responsible for driving product and process development as well as managing Engineering and tool room staff. This is a hands-on position requiring a deep understanding of customer requirements, product design, process design, and manufacturing processes, placing particular emphasis on process development and improvement, to optimize operating costs (production labor efficiency, material usage, energy usage, etc.). The manager will continuously improve the cost of manufacturing and quality over the full life cycle of the product. The engineering manager also plays a significant role in optimizing the cost of engineering support through developing and optimizing engineering business processes.


ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS


* Leads and coordinates various engineering functions and operations including quality assurance, testing, production, and research and development of new and existing product lines.
* Facilitates communication among clients/customers and engineers, ensuring specifications, budgets, and deadlines are clearly communicated and understood.
* Serves as project manager for multiple projects, creating timelines and cost projections, organizing collaborative meetings, and ensuring projects comply with specifications, timelines, and budgets.
* Reviews work and projects for technical accuracy.
* Establishes, implements, and maintains administrative policies, procedures, and standards.
* Prepares and executes departmental budget.
* Maintains knowledge of new trends, developments, technologies, materials, and best practices; applies this knowledge to continually improve product lines and production efficiency.
* Drives Value Analysis Value Engineering efforts (VAVE).
* Owns New Product Introduction process, ensuring the necessary procedures and protocols are in place to successfully launch new products meeting customer timelines, technical, quality and cost requirements.
* Responsible for the development, implementation and improvement of manufacturing methods (Cpk, Ppk).
* Leads definition, creation and improvement of standard work.
* Provide guidance regarding design/manufacturing concepts and specification requirements to best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques.
* Develops and prepare Authorization for Capital Expenditure (ACE) relevant capital plans to improve the productivity of the operations. Effectively plans and justifies capital expenditures.
* Foster an inclusive workplace by actively addressing biases and promoting diversity.


*Other duties as required in support of the department and the company*


SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES


Supervisory responsibilities involve overseeing and managing a team or individual to ensure adequate performance and job satisfaction and contribute to individuals' career goals.


TRAVEL


Approximately 10% of travel is expected.


QUALIFICATIONS


To succeed in this job, an individual must satisfactorily perform each essential job function. The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skill, and ability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.


EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE


* Bachelors of Science in Engineering required


* 7+ years of experience in roles requiring engineering management/leadership of technical personnel
* Experience with New Product Development processes
* Knowledge of Lean manufacturing techniques and Six Sigma, preferred
* Thermoforming Process and product design, preferred
* Medical New Product Introduction Processes (IQ, OQ and PQ), preferred


LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS


* Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
* Conversational in any other language is a plus.


JOB SKILLS


* Proficient in MS Office Suite and SharePoint.
* Knowledge of ERP systems, SAP preferred.
* Working knowledge of SolidWorks and/or ProE
* Thorough understanding of engineering theory and design criteria.
* Thorough understanding of applied math and physics.
* Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
* Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
* Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
* Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.


PHYSICAL DEMANDS


As part of their job duties, the employee must sit for lengthy periods while operating a computer. They frequently use their hands to type, handle objects, and communicate verbally. Additionally, they may need to stand, walk, reach, and occasionally lift objects weighing up to twenty (20) pounds. This role requires lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching overhead, reaching at or below shoulder level, and keyboarding. According to ADA regulations, reasonable accommodation will be provided to ensure that individuals with disabilities can perform the job's essential functions.


WORK ENVIRONMENT


Office environment: This is an air-conditioned work environment where employees have desks or cubicles and work in a fixed location. The physical environment is usually comfortable, well-lit, and equipped with the necessary facilities and hardware. The company culture is a culture of teamwork, communication, continuous improvement, business casual, strategic, and goal-oriented. The working conditions are stable, predictable, and secure.


ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY


Carlisle Interconnect Technologies is fully committed to minimizing the environmental impact of its operations, activities, and products. To achieve this, we adhere to all applicable environmental regulations and laws, prevent pollution, and continuously improve our environmental performance in all our global operations. This is possible through an Environmental Management System that provides a framework for setting and reviewing our environmental objectives and targets. We aim to identify and reduce any negative environmental impact our business activities may have.


PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS


* ASTM F-2412-2005, ANSI Z41-1999, or ANSI Z41-1991 rated safety toe shoes in specific areas.
* Clear ANSI Z87.1 safety-rated glasses in specific areas.
* Hearing protection in specific locations.
* Ability to compile with JSA in specific areas.


SALARY INFORMATION:


According to several states' laws, this position's salary range falls between $150,000 and $170,000 annually. However, this salary information is merely a general guideline. When extending an offer, Carlisle Interconnect Technologies considers various factors such as the position's responsibilities, scope of work, candidate's work experience, education/training, essential skills, internal pay equity, and market considerations.


Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled