PSC Engineering Manager

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SUMMARY:

Manage and lead multi-disciplinary engineering team throughout all phases of the design, development, production, testing, operation, and maintenance for components, equipment, and tooling while conforming to NQA-1 requirements. Provides significant input and insight to manager and project managers on engineering effort related to the production of engineering designs and products, improves project performance by implementing lessons learned, and manages engineering staffing/resource needs and hiring. Oversees the full life cycle of technical projects, from conception to delivery and installation. Supports existing/installed products as needed.

Essential Job Functions:

• Service accounts for assigned customers, including:

• Quoting and technical proposal development

• Project management

• Customer communication

• Vendor liaison

• Scheduling

• Assembly and testing (as needed)

• Quality functions

• Documentation

• Responsible for proposal development, engineering, costing and technical descriptions

• Responsible for engineering & production documentation for assigned projects

• Engagement with various core production orders from contract review to shipping

• Review project drawings/instructions to ascertain test specifications, procedures, objectives, test equipment, nature of technical problem, and possible solutions, such as part redesign, substitution of material or parts, or rearrangement of parts or subassemblies

• Leverage significant industry experience to review and approve design drawings as required

• Develop/test equipment and apply knowledge of engineering technology with minimal oversight

• Provide input into project drawings/instructions to ascertain test specifications, procedures, objectives, test equipment, nature of technical problem, including possible solutions, such as part redesign, substitution of material of parts, or rearrangement of parts or subassemblies

• Define, implement, and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to determine engineering team health

• Mentor and transition advanced industry knowledge to applicable stakeholders

• Maintains safe and clean working environment by enforcing procedures, rules, and regulations

• Manages direct reports including technical resources

• Responsible for project delivery including coordination of all project resources

• Performs 1-on-1's and responsible for direct reports performance and development, 3-8 direct reports

• All other duties as assigned.

Product Support:

• Provide advanced technical support on projects with minimal oversight
• Manage engineering team workload, including assigning project tasks, managing resources, implementing key decisions, and creating estimates as needed
• Work with Procurement and Facilities who will be leading the purchasing of materials and scheduling of parts (common and procured) to ensure all are being managed and flows smoothly

Essential Job Requirements:

• Knowledge of project management principals involved in coordinating, scheduling and directing projects.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services.
• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals for production of technical plans, drawings, models and ultimately fabrication and testing as needed.
• Knowledge of various quality assurance requirements as they apply to PSC products and design control.
• Ability to lead and direct internal personnel and subcontractors to ensure project fulfillment.
• Creative, analytical, detail-oriented, with good hands-on skills, and ability to work on and lead teams
• Strong communication and administrative skills
• Strong organizational skills and be detail oriented
• Strong ability to review and/or update budgetary and financial analyses/summaries
• Stay current on all training
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by following procedures, rules, and regulations

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• BS in engineering or related technical field
• 5+ years of engineering experience in relevant field
• 3+ years of Project Management experience
• Knowledge of CAD systems, including AutoCAD and SOLIDWORKS
• Microsoft Office and Project tracking experience
• Able to function in a dynamic fast-moving environment

Qualifications and Education Preferences:

• BS in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering with experience in industrial controls and knowledge of industrial power systems
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and or ability required.

Limitations and Disclaimers:

• PSC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
• This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
• The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.
• All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
• This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform other job-related duties request by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.
• Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

Why work at Safariland?

At Safariland our colleagues are some of the best and brightest in the industry and we are seeking new team members who exhibit the diverse competencies that will drive The Safariland Group to even greater success while maintaining our culture of being a great place to work. We believe innovation drives winning performance and we constantly challenge ourselves to be the very best in every aspect of our business. We cultivate a work culture driven by our 4 core values; integrity, curiosity, excellence and empowerment and we want associates to be involved in their work and communities so they can achieve their highest level of wellbeing. That is why Safariland offers a comprehensive suite of benefits to promote health and financial security for eligible employees and their families.

Eligible employees are offered:

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Employer paid life insurance and AD&D
• Employer paid disability
• Wellness program
• Adoption assistance
• Tuition assistance
• Employee assistance program
• Work life balance
• Paid time off (PTO), sick leave and paid holidays throughout the calendar year (consistent with relevant state law and company policies)

The Safariland Group believes in the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative actions. We pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people, without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law.

For those applicants with disabilities, if you require reasonable accommodation in searching for a job opening or submitting an application, please contact us by calling 888-469-6455.

All employment decisions are solely based on the applicants qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position.