Senior Principal Design and Development Engineer
We are seeking an exceptional professional to lead our product development initiatives. This highly technical and leadership-focused role involves driving projects from concept to commercialization.
Key responsibilities include:
1. Providing technical leadership in new product development, focusing on design, technology advancement, automation, and project management.
2. Defining and implementing manufacturing technology innovation strategies.
3. Leading and managing projects through all phases, from concept to commercialization.
4. Assessing risks and resolving technical challenges related to existing processes and technologies.
5. Utilizing advanced methodologies such as Design, Reliability & Manufacturability (DRM) and tools like 3D drawing/printing and Augmented Reality to develop state-of-the-art manufacturing technologies.
6. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to define, execute, and deliver on New Product Development requirements.
7. Leading teams focused on process innovation to improve quality, reduce variation, and develop automated systems.
8. Participating in cross-site technical forums to build a strong professional network and define strategic goals for the technical community.
A successful candidate will have a proven track record of innovation and project/program management, with excellent project management skills and a history of coordinating complex workloads and equipment across a multi-level team. They will also possess extensive engineering knowledge in areas such as concept development and selection, technology evaluation and problem-solving, process design and development, materials (polymers and metals), and Design for Six Sigma principles. Additionally, they will be a strong communicator with a high level of enthusiasm and motivation, and proven ability to influence and drive large-scale technical initiatives.