Staff Engineer

Summary:

This position will establish and maintain external and internal customer interactions to understand technical requirements and resolve issues. Perform engineering and technical assignments using engineering practices and principles. Plan, direct, and coordinate activities of designated projects to ensure that goals and objectives are accomplished within the set time frame and funding parameters. Must be able to analyze and understand complex information, product specifications and critical technical information. Responsible for complex, multi-site, and international projects that include leading cross-functional teams in operations, engineering, finance, globalization, product rationalization and transfers.

Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Reviews project proposals and plans to determine time frame, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing projects, staffing requirements, and allotment of available resources to various phases of the projects.
• Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and within budget; Manages project team activities.
• Establishes work plan and staffing for each phase of the project and arranges for recruitment or assignment of project personnel.
• Confers with project staff to outline workplan and to assign duties, responsibilities, and scope of authority.
• Directs and coordinates activities of project personnel to ensure project progresses on schedule and within prescribed budget.
• Reviews status reports prepared by project personnel and modifies schedules or plans as required.
• Prepares project reports for management, clients, or others.
• Confers with project personnel to provide advice and to resolve problems.
• Coordinates project activities with activities of government regulatory or other governmental agencies.

Skills, Experience and Background:

Must have a broad knowledge of metal manufacturing processes and principles. Good project management and problem-solving skills required. Able to use analytical, statistical and project management software. Knowledge of fastener manufacturing and experience with high volume, high mix manufacturing environment is preferred. Understanding of Capital Expenditures, investment decision parameters, asset utilization, management and financial impact is a must. Expertise in developing, integrating and launching automated manufacturing solutions is desired.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Analytical Approach - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures.

Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Contributes to building a positive team spirit.

Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively.

Delegation - Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities.

Quality Management - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Aligns work with strategic goals.

Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget.

Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences.

Ethics - Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

Organizational Support - Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time.

Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals.

Judgement - Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making processes.

Motivation - Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles.

Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Develops realistic action plans.

Professionalism - Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions.

Quantity - Completes work in timely manner.

Adaptability - Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Attendance/Punctuality - Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

Dependability - Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Database software and Project Management software.

Other Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients and customers.

Other

Must be able to travel

Benefits/Salary

The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation. The salary range for this position is $120K to $150K.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands, handle, or reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of eight (8) years of engineering experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Metallurgical Engineering or related field
• Master's Degree preferred
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.