Engineering Supervisor - Mechanical

Engineering Supervisor - Mechanical

The Engineering Supervisor – Mechanical job description is intended to point out major duties and authorities within the position, but it is not limited to these items.

Essential functions include:

• Staff management: supervise, mentor and direct mechanical engineers charged with creating, modifying and maintaining mechanical designs for machines, robotics, third party integration, and complete systems.
• Promote a culture of high achievement and continuous improvement through goal setting and measurement.
• Provide a recommended yearly staff training plan to Mechanical Engineering Manager.
• Monitor and track individual team member performance and report any situation that may require documentation to the Mechanical Engineering Manager (sub-standard work performance, disciplinary action item, attendance issue, etc.).
• Ensure that machine templates are properly used and make recommendations for maintenance and improvement of the templates.
• Train staff on new templates and inform them of updates on a continuous basis.
• Ensure that product line strategies are met on all mechanical releases, specifically for Platinum Line and Core Machines.
• Coordinate short-term and long-term project planning as it relates to engineering activities to ensure proper resource utilization and timeline execution.
• Facilitate team decisions on issues related to equipment concepting, safety, design, debug and qualification.
• Assist with mechanical releases with Scheduling, Project Management and Electrical Engineers. These releases include CAD drawings, bill of materials, etc.
• Report overall departmental performance, time-plan deviations, project risks, etc. to Mechanical Engineering Manager in a timely manner and propose methods that can reduce deviations and risks in the future.
• Report machine performance or safety concerns to the Mechanical Engineering Manager. Follow safety standards as dictated by the relevant governmental entity (OSHA, local authorities, etc.).
• Assist with standardized methods and documentation of engineering activities.
• Implement and sustain engineering design strategy aimed at the best use of latest technology and industry standards across the organization as well as lifecycle management of major controls components.
• Suggest improvements and propose new processes with the intent of reducing lead-time and costs.
• Assist assembly floor and manufacturing to solve engineering problems.
• Act to assist the Service Department in troubleshooting and solving machine issues in the field.
• Act as a deputy for the Mechanical Engineering Manager in times of his absence.
• Perform other tasks or duties as assigned

Education and experience:

• Four-year degree in Mechanical Engineering or two-year Engineering or Robotics degree (or equivalent) with related experience in the field of automation and robotics.
• 6+ years of experience in machine design field.
• Progressive experience in mechanical design, safety and automation.
• Demonstrated leadership skills including the ability to influence and motivate people within all levels of the organization.
• Solid comprehension of mechanical, controls and pneumatic systems. Electromechanical experience preferred.
• Able to prioritize projects concurrently in a dynamic environment.
• Experience with 3D Solid Works CAD, Solid Works PDM systems and 2D Auto Cad is preferred.

Technical skills and competencies:

• Must be able to read and interpret prints and have programming experience.
• Proficient with basic math skills and conversion to metric system.
• Knowledgeable on the basic parts for manufacturing machines.
• Able to troubleshoot and problem solve machining dilemmas.
• Able to use standard computer programs for work processing including Microsoft Office Products.
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to recognize opportunities for improvements.

Leadership:

• Able to inspire, motivate and guide employees.

Interpersonal communication:

• Communicates clearly and effectively (verbally and non-verbally) to individuals and groups, internally and externally, to exchange ideas and convey detailed information accurately.
• Works well with a variety of people and personalities, and with other…