Engineering Director Position Available In Madison, Alabama

Engineering Director 3.0 3.0 out of 5 stars Huntsville, AL 35824 Our Marine organization is a trusted provider of innovative solutions for the worldwide boating and boat building industry, and we recently expanded our scope to lead the boating industry into an electrified future. Dometic has won numerous NMMA Innovation Awards over the years, and we are always striving for new ways to make boating easier, safer, and more enjoyable. We are on a journey of continuous growth – now looking for our next star – a passionate Director of Engineering. This position reports to Vice President & General Manager and will work in Huntsville, AL. About the position As the Director of Engineering of the Huntsville team, you will oversee, mentor, and develop Electrical and Electromechanical Designers while focusing on product development. You will work closely with the VP/GM and Product Management teams in planning program resources, budgets, and schedules. You will also be responsible for monitoring progress and resources to ensure programs are within budget, schedule, performance specifications, and safety criteria.

Product areas:

Marine AC / DC charging systems, Lithium-ion battery integration, digital switching, connectivity, and mobile power solutions for inboard and outboard leisure crafts. Your Main Responsibilities Guide design and test engineering, working closely with product management, sourcing, quality, operations, and customers during new product launches and continuous product improvements Mentor team members by recognizing talents, matching talents and tasks, accommodating people growth, etc. Plan, coordinate resources, monitor status, maintain program commitments, report on progress, ensure delivery and quality applications on time and budget Provide daily support for issues as well as review and evaluate design solutions to meet cost and functional targets Review and provide technical direction for product solutions to meet design requirements Advocate best practices and look for continuous improvement opportunities Hold design reviews to evaluate new design concepts, product design, specifications, verifications, validations, and documentation in accordance with Dometic’s standards Review and approve design validation plan for new products/designs Design products, assemblies, and components which meet design requirements Identify market opportunities, research solutions, develop IPs Promote group discussions, collaboration, teamwork, and continuous improvement for team and individuals Conduct performance evaluations (PMP) and recommend personal development for the team members Innovate customer centric engineering solutions and assist in applications support and troubleshooting as required Perform other duties and undertake special projects as assigned by supervisor What do we offer? You are offered an interesting role in a dynamic, fast paced and global environment with great opportunities to grow, evolve with the company and take on new challenges. Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Disability insurance (STD/LTD) 401 (k) with company match PTO Company defined holidays and two floating holidays for you to use as you choose Paid maternity/paternity leave Tuition assistance Membership reimbursement (wholesale club and gym) Employee discounts on our incredible products Opportunities to make an impact Skills & Requirements A suitable background would be a solid experience within Engineering and Product Design as well as the following qualifications and experiences: Bachelor or Master of Science in Electrical or Electromechanical Engineering Minimum 8 years of experience in product development in a manufacturing environment Minimum 3 years of supervisory/management experience Thorough knowledge and experience with power electronic products and batteries Ability to quote and to optimize cost, performance, and meeting internal/external customer requirements Experience in all aspects of product development and design reviews Ability to exercise technical oversight of other product designers Ability to map out, plan, and communicate development activities Solid skills in multi-functional project management in a manufacturing environment Excellent communication with internal and external stakeholders, including customers To be successful in this role, we believe that you possess the following skills, competencies & characteristics: Excellent skills in staff management and mentoring Strong ability to quickly and accurately estimate the size and scope of projects Strong sense of urgency, enthusiasm, and a proven history of relentless execution Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate and manage diverse personalities across functions and sites Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English Natural emotional intelligence Mature and supportive supervisory abilities Strong problem solving and judgement abilities to make balanced conclusions Solid business acumen and financial literacy Expert agility in managing changing requirements and opposing resources Dometic’s Core Values To thrive and succeed in this role, you understand the importance of our core values – Together We build our future, We play to win, We embrace change and We walk the talk; these values reflect the heart and soul of Dometic and they define what it takes to work here and how we do things. Are you our next star? Then we would love to see your application. Selection is being made on a running basis. If you have any questions regarding the position, please contact Nikki Melendez at nikki.melendez@dometic.com Dometic is passionate about building together an inclusive and equitable working environment, that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that diversity enables us to thrive across our differences. Be yourself and join us! Dometic is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Dometic evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. 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