Sr Engineer Team Leader - Product

Role details

SUMMARY PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for leading and developing a team of engineering professionals in complex and multi-disciplined engineering projects from concept through execution. Coordinates and assigns engineering work across functions within the scope of assigned projects to ensure objectives in terms of quality, cost, and time are met. Follows the structure of the Pella Project Management, Continuous Improvement, Safety and Quality Systems from concept through project execution.

Develops engineering budgets for assigned department, prepares engineering documents including cost estimates, appropriation requests, projects schedules, design specifications, instruction specifications, purchase requisitions, and operating manuals. Assures that contracts are awarded to the outside vendors that offer the best value and appropriate quality.

SCOPE

Works collaboratively in a team environment with minimal supervision. Significantly influences senior leadership in strategic decision making and policy.

SUPERVISING OTHERS

Focuses on coaching, developing, and leveraging the talents of others. Supervises exempt and non-exempt employees up to and including Senior Engineer (generally over 25% of time).

APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE

Develops and evaluates plans for multiple projects and activities to be carried out by the team. Plans, schedules and coordinates detailed phases of a project or process change. Assesses the feasibility of proposed plans with limited data to drive projects forward when required. Carries out and supervises assignments requiring the development of new or improved techniques and procedures. Work results in the development of improved equipment, materials, processes, products.

JUDGMENT

Plans and coordinates work of self and others requiring independent judgment in the evaluation, selection, and adaptation of advanced techniques and processes. Knowledge and judgment have a direct effect on team effectiveness. Devises and directs new approaches to problems encountered.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: PRODUCT Engineering Team Leader (Corp.): Job Code 05119

Responsibilities: Takes responsibility for leading and active participation in an engineering technology team. Manage and improve processes to uphold product component material design standards and centers of excellence. Position could include some of the departmental areas of focus including: glass, insulating glass, sealants, adhesives, coatings, materials application research, intellectual property administration, codes, and regulation support. Track and monitor resource allocation and three-year product plan. Facilitate monthly departmental communications with key stakeholders in product engineering and marketing. Presents project updates and tollgates are required.

The ability to effectively present information, defend a position and address concerns is key to fostering collaboration. The scope of influence of this position spans manufacturing, engineering, product development, sales branches and material vendors. Strong influential leadership skills are necessary when planning and implementing PPM projects and when prioritizing cross functional team activities. The Team serves as a centralized group of experts leveraged across the organization to improve and sustain materials and processes. Document technical assessments and product improvements through application of limit curves and Knowledge Based Development tools.

Supervisory responsibilities: Engineers, engineering specialists or technicians

Work hours: Normal + irregular hours/shifts required

Travel expectations: Moderate

Computer skills: Microsoft Office applications, Minitab, Oracle

Technical / functional skills: Engineering statistics (Lean Sigma tools/DOE). Identified as technology owner and expert. Competency across multiple disciplines or technologies. Strong project management skills. Demonstrated capability to influence upper management

Safety: Periodically exposed to machinery where safe operating procedures must be followed, occasional lifting of materials up to 30 lbs. is required, work environment may be noisy.

Certificates, licenses, and registrations: Lean Sigma Green Belt certification, 2P and 3P certifications preferred

Leadership competencies: Coach and develop people, apply technical and functional expertise, Manage and continuously improve processes, Foster collaboration, Establish plans, Drive execution, Build relationships, and Strong interpersonal relationship skills

Supervisory responsibilities: Engineers, drafters, engineering specialists or technicians

Travel expectations: Low to moderate

Computer skills: Microsoft Office applications, Solid Edge

Technical / functional skills

Safety: Periodically exposed to machinery where safe operating procedures must be followed, occasional lifting of materials up to 30 lbs. is required, work environment may be noisy.

Certificates, licenses, and registrations

Leadership competencies: Apply technical and functional expertise, Manage and improve processes, Foster collaboration, Establish plans, Coach and develop people, Lead courageously

EXPERIENCE

7+ years combined engineering experience within 2-3 disciplines (Process, Product, CI, Quality, Plant). Multi-divisional and multi-site experience recommended. Desire and skill set to pursue management path.

EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT

Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Math, or relevant Science or combination of education and experience. Masters Degree preferred in Engineering, Math, relevant Science or Business Administration.