Mechanical Project Engineering Manager

Location:

Holland, Michigan, United States Job : R0145743

Date Posted:

Company Name:

J.R. AUTOMATION TECHNOLOGIES, LLCProfession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:

Full time Remote:

No

Job Description:

The Opportunity:

JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, is driven to deliver customer success worldwide. We provide intelligent automated manufacturing and distribution technology solutions that transform how the world's leading manufacturers make and distribute products. Our strength is our people and we’re always looking to strengthen our team across the globe. Join us as a Mechanical Project Engineering Manager.

Location Type:
The position is onsite in Holland, MI.Why Join Us?

Competitive wages, medical benefits starting your first day, and paid parental leave

Opportunity to work on unique, custom automation projectsA collaborative, engineering-driven environment

Career growth and skill development opportunitiesA role where craftsmanship and quality truly matter

What You’ll Do:

Lead, mentor, and develop the Mechanical Engineering department.

Provide direct supervision and performance management for mechanical engineers and support personnel.

Manage staffing and workload allocation, including direct, indirect, and overtime hours, to meet project demands, budget requirements, and delivery schedules.

Support the successful execution of assigned programs by ensuring objectives related to cost, quality, timing, and customer satisfaction are achieved.

Collaborate with Applications Engineering teams during the project conception, proposal, and design phases to develop effective customer solutions.

Design and develop mechanical equipment and systems that meet customer requirements while applying sound engineering principles and industry best practices.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the engineering team to enhance efficiency, quality, and technical capability.

Provide technical guidance and support throughout the design, development, manufacturing, and installation phases of projects. Influences team, department, and business unit decisions.

Influential in assisting engineers in career development and advancement.

Direct supervision of mechanical engineers and other staff.

Manages staffing of projects, workload issues, and meeting project timelines.

Responsible for leading cross-functional technical teams throughout the lifecycle of various projects.

Exercises independent judgment, innovates, and works autonomously.

Recognizes and implements significant design and workflow improvements.

Collaborates with department leadership in executing and creating methods to develop technical talent.

Independently works with key talent in department to support career progression and personal development.

Assists the manager in developing the engineering department through leadership and training of other engineers.

Serve as a mentor/coach for developing engineers.

Able to lead discipline specific teams and influence project direction and progress.

Viewed as a technical expert and leader in the department.

Note:

This list of responsibilities is by no means inclusive; however, it is intended to be a guideline for activities.

What You’ll Bring :

Minimum Experience:

8+ years; 2+ years leading technical projects.  Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related discipline.

Current or prior JR Automation experience, or experience in the automation industry is strongly preferred.

Experienced with CAD software (e.g., Solid Works, Creo, NX, AutoCAD).Excellent oral and written communication skills with experience presenting to colleagues and company management.

Speaks effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Demonstrates skills in persuasion and negotiation of critical issues.

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