Director Of Engineering- EV Charging/Connectivity

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Overview:

The Director Engineering- Connectivity & Residential EV charger- is responsible for all engineering activities including new product development/introductions, cost reduction, technology/research, and lifecycle product support. The position will be responsible for leading the development and delivery of connected devices, wireless radio accessories, and residential EV chargers. The position will require development in multiple engineering disciplines including electronics, firmware, mechanical enclosures and packaging, and wireless communications.

Responsibilities:

The position requires excellent technical engineering knowledge coupled with superior people leadership skills, proficiency in quality systems, functional and program management experience and business planning expertise. This position works closely with the Connectivity business group and other functional leaders in the company (service, operations, supply chain, quality, finance) and is responsible for providing executive leadership and management for the Connectivity & EV charger engineering function. Responsible for devising and effectively implementing a development methodology that ensures superior Connectivity & EV Charger products while also fostering and rewarding innovation and creativity within the engineering department.

• Other duties as assigned.

• Act as SAP Super User within functional area as assigned.

• Develop engineering talent throughout the company, identifying training and growth plans for employees.

• Create and maintain an organizational culture which encourages innovation, collaboration, excitement/commitment and a sense of urgency toward goals, and continuous improvement. Challenges team members to question the status quo and ensure that all aspects of the design, development and support process are optimal for the industrial/commercial market.

• Engage in and lead business planning processes, recruitment, retention, talent acquisition, development, and mentoring.

• Develop and lead the product development life cycle which includes interaction from the various business segments throughout design, manufacturability, and serviceability providing our customers the very best in innovation, quality and customer satisfaction.

• Ensure the optimal application of technology and engineering resources to meet Connectivity & Residential EV charger product development requirements, per the Connectivity strategic plan.

• Provide engineering leadership and design oversight functions for new product development projects including: creating and maintaining development schedules, executing product development plans (schedule, product cost, resources to complete project, quality targets, product specification adherence, development and prove out of product validation test plans, etc.), interfacing with internal company personnel.

• Managing expenses ensures regulatory compliance and supports corporate goals (e.g. revenue growth, profitability, market penetration).

• Foster collaboration between engineering, sales, operations, finance, and other departments to identify and harvest new engineering concepts, technologies, techniques, standards and procedures.

• Manages issues specific to the Connectivity & Residential EV charger market such as shipping, cost, and bidding process.

• Effectively manage the development process (e.g. develop time compression techniques, design/application standards for improved repeatability, manage process globally/across multiple locations).

• Work directly with Connectivity & Residential EV charger Business Group in developing a global product development roadmap that targets specific customers' needs. Work with leaders to realize significant growth opportunities in the industrial/commercial marketplace.

• Establish the vision and strategy to drive world class excellence within global industrial/commercial engineering team. Drive results that are specifically targeted to the Connectivity & Residential EV charger market. Leads process with corporate planning and new product development teams.

• Designs and directs the work of the functional area. Selects, coaches and develops the team, setting objectives that align with company strategy to inspire and motivate the team. Manages organizational talent through performance management, succession planning and development. Designs and directs processes by which team and individual performance are recognized, feedback is consistently delivered and performance is systematically improved.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or Equivalent; (Electronics preferred)

Work Experience:

• 10 + years of engineering experience, preferably in an industrial / commercial products environment;

• Previous management experience;

• Experience with product releases throughout the entire product life cycle desired;

• Experience in the following engineering development disciplines; electrical/electronics, firmware, mechanical (plastics & packaging), and wireless communications such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and cellular;

• Familiarity with operations and supply chain;

• Previous experience using SAP or equivalent ERP.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to deliver results while working on multiple global projects simultaneously, balancing resources, timing and quality of outcomes;

• Demonstrated team building and leadership skills;

• Solid understanding of engineering technical issues/needs, financial, sales, and marketing as related to product design and development;

• Excellent communication skills;

• Self-driven, highly motivated, flexible and high capacity to learn;

Physical demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion, the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend, or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.

"We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."