Electrical Engineering Manager - Latitude Inc

Duties

• Build and lead a team of manufacturing engineers to provide manufacturing concept and process solutions for the manufacturing team.
• Leads the development and assembly of prototypes on new projects that are sent external to the company.
• Leads the development and use of test fixtures and test systems for manufacturing.
• Leads the layout of equipment and floor space in the manufacturing areas.
• Support the implementation of Lean Manufacturing Initiatives inside the company
• The role will require the ability to handle multiple projects concurrently in a dynamic/fast-paced work environment.
• Manage and assign Manufacturing Engineering resources to project roles and requirements as requested by the engineering and manufacturing leaders in the company.
• Provides leadership, guidance, and support to all manufacturing engineering staff.
• Hires new Manufacturing Engineers as needed
• Counsel, mentor and assist with Manufacturing Engineers that are performing below the expected standards
• Report on metrics that measure the impact of manufacturing engineering team on the larger organization and uses the metrics to guide decision making
• Interface with internal and external customers, program offices, engineering disciplines, and executive management as needed
• Function as Manufacturing Engineering lead on the most important projects.
• Stay abreast of changes in technology that will improve the company's technical capabilities.
• Create leaner, more efficient and more profitable business practices.

Requirements

• 8+ years of Electrical Engineering experience is required.
• Prior managing experience is required.
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering is required.

• Engineering experience in low volume/high mix manufacturing environments.
• Experience building and testing hardware prototypes to optimize performance and manufacturability.
• Experience with manufacturing electrical and mechanical systems.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, 5S and other process improvement methodologies.

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