Director of Engineering

Krupp Bilstein of america, Inc • Hamilton, OH • 5h ago

Company
thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America, Inc. is a world class manufacturer of suspension solutions headquartered in Hamilton, Ohio USA. thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America supplies products to a wide range of Original Equipment Automotive Manufacturers as well as Aftermarket and Motorsports customers. Our Aftermarket operations are based out of Poway, CA and our Motorsports operations are based out of Mooresville, NC.
For decades, the name BILSTEIN has been synonymous with high tech in suspension design, driving comfort, and safety. In order to expand this position BILSTEIN became a division of thyssenkrupp Technologies AG in 1988, and a wholly owned subsidiary in 2005. This partnership has enabled us to continue the BILSTEIN tradition of excellence.
Your responsibilities
Summary:
Provides the overall direction to a highly technical team of engineers in conceptualization and execution of best-in-class performance products for the OEM's with a direct focus on performance, ride comfort, safety requirements, quality and profitability. Directs projects to incorporate relevant design expertise, sharing of technical information and best practices. Drives key performance indicators across all areas of the Engineering function to ensure all projects are delivered on cost and on time to the highest quality standards. Provides clear leadership and vision to inspire and motivate the team to achieve excellence and develop strong professionals and future leaders.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Manages an engineering, prototyping and industrial design team to meet time, budget and quality goals. Ensures strong communication between teams to facilitate exchange of information and implement recommended and/or required changes and improvements.
Responsible for product development to include concept and design of new products and planned products, oversight of all research and development efforts at the company and managing timelines and budgets.
Trains and develops the engineering team to increase know how & team capabilities.
Provides oversight of product design to ensure longevity, customer value, design for manufacturing and design for purchasing.
Contributes to the strategic direction of Bilstein of America as a member of the senior leadership team. Provides technical expertise and leadership in establishing the goals and priorities for the organization.
Ensures that engineering strategies and processes are aligned with BU and in place to meet organizational objectives and operational needs in terms of price, quality, and delivery targets. Creates and implements best practices and global engineering standards as part of the engineering vision, strategy, policies, processes and procedures to aid and improve organizational performance.
Evaluates the challenges faced by the Engineering team and proactively acts to mitigate risks and develop opportunities. Uses global network to challenge and improve concepts & solutions.
Is an active part of global design and process release workshops.
Supports project management of cross-functional activities required for project execution.
Reports on engineering activities on a regular basis to Management team, ensuring accurate and timely reporting of the relevant Key Performance Indicators.
Sets department objectives and monitors ongoing process and performance.
Develops and maintains strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure optimal performance.
Your profile
Qualifications & Experience:
Bachelor of Science Degree in either Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering or related field.
Substantial experience in a Tier I engineering function with proven experience in a client facing leadership role.
Substantial experience in mechanical engineering with proven track record of developing premium consumer products.
Has existing OEM customer network and is knowled

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