JOB REQUIREMENTS: Overview: The Director of Engineering is responsible
for providing strategic and operational leadership across the
organization\'s engineering, product quality, and regulatory compliance
functions. This role oversees New Product Engineering, Sustaining
Engineering, Regulatory & Test Standards, Product Quality, and
compliance with applicable quality management systems and regulatory
requirements, including ISO standards and FDA regulations. Reporting to
the Vice President of Operations, the Director of Engineering serves as
a key member of the operational leadership team, ensuring products are
designed, validated, manufactured, and sustained in compliance with
customer expectations, regulatory obligations, and company performance
objectives. This leader is responsible for driving innovation in product
development, maintaining and improving existing product performance,
ensuring technical and regulatory integrity of the product portfolio,
and fostering a culture of engineering excellence, product quality, and
continuous improvement. The role requires strong cross-functional
collaboration with Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, Manufacturing,
Commercial, and Executive Leadership to support growth, product
reliability, compliance, and operational effectiveness Responsibilities:
Engineering Leadership & Strategy Provide strategic leadership across
New Product Engineering, Sustaining Engineering, Product Quality, and
Regulatory / Compliance functions Establish engineering priorities,
resource plans, and execution strategies aligned with business
objectives Build and develop a high-performing technical organization
through coaching, accountability, and talent development Product
Development & Lifecycle Management Lead new product development efforts
from concept through commercialization, ensuring disciplined execution
of design, testing, validation, and launch activities Oversee sustaining
engineering activities to support product performance, reliability
improvements, cost optimization, engineering changes, and lifecycle
management Ensure strong design-for-manufacturability and
cross-functional collaboration to support efficient product launch and
long-term product success Regulatory Compliance & Product Quality Ensure
compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, technical standards,
ISO quality systems, and FDA regulations Oversee engineering
verification, validation, product testing, and technical documentation
to support product compliance and performance Drive product quality
improvement through effective problem-solving, root cause analysis,
corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives Operational
Collaboration & Leadership Partner closely with Operations,
Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality Assurance, and Commercial teams to
align engineering priorities with business needs Provide technical
leadership in support of manufacturing performance, supplier quality,
product issue resolution, and operational improvement initiatives
Communicate effectively across all levels of the organization while
driving accountability, execution, and results ** OTHER
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Required: Bachelor\'s degree in
Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering,
Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline Minimum of
1215 years of progressive engineering leadership experience within a
manufacturing environment Minimum of 57 years of leadership experience
managing engineering teams and technical professionals Demonstrated
experience leading new product development efforts from concept through
commercialization Proven experience overseeing sustaining engineering /
product lifecycle management in a manufacturing environment Strong
working knowledge of engineering validation, product verification,
testing methodologies, and technical standards Experience with regulated
quality systems and compliance requirements, including ISO standards and
FDA regulatory environments Demonstrated success leading
cross-functional teams in support of product quality, engineering
execution, and business objectives Preferred: Master\'s degree in
Engineering, Business Administration, or related discipline Professional
Engineering (PE) license, Six Sigma certification, or equivalent
technical / operational certifications Experience within medical device,
healthcare products, mobility products, or similarly regulated
manufacturing environments Experience with design controls, risk
management methodologies, product validation, and change management
processes Working knowledge of global regulatory requirements and
international product compliance standards Experience leading
engineering teams through organizational growth, transformation, or
product portfolio expansion Skills and Abilities: Strong leadership and
communication skills with the ability to analyze and synthesize
technical, quality, regulatory, and business information into clear,
actionable recommendations. Proven ability to influence and collaborate
effectively across cross-functional teams, including Operations, Supply
Chain, Quality, Commercial, and Executive Leadership. Capable of
representing the company effectively with customers, suppliers,
regulatory agencies, and certification bodies as needed. Strong written
communication skills with the ability to develop clear technical
documentation, executive updates, engineering procedures, and
compliance-related materials. Proficient with Microsoft Office and
relevant engineering, quality, and business systems, with the ability to
leverage data and technology to improve product performance, engineering
execution, and operational effectiveness. Maintains current knowledge of
industry standards, regulatory requirements, engineering best practices,
and emerging technologies, with a demonstrated ability to drive
innovation, product quality improvements, and continuous improvement
initial ** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply In Person: Bruno
Independent Living Aids, Inc. 1780 Executive Dr Oconomowoc, WI 53066
Mail a Rsum: Attn:Human Resources Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc
Oconomowoc, WI 53066 E-Mail a Rsum: human.resources@bruno.com Fax a
Rsum: (262) 953-5523 E-Mail a Work Application:
human.resources@bruno.com Apply Online:
https://careers-bruno.icims.com/jobs/3289/director-of-engineering/job
