Engineering Design Lead

The Engineering Design Lead will direct, coordinate, and oversee activities in the Engineering Design Department, ensuring the development and implementation of efficient designs and cost-effective systems to meet current and future needs of the company.

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The requirements for this position are as follows :

EDUCATION :

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering required.

At least 3-5 years of relevant design experience required.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Thorough understanding of engineering theory and design criteria.

Thorough understanding of applied math and physics.

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Strong supervisory and leadership skills.

Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Proficient with computer-aided drafting (CAD) software.

Proficient in ERP managed BOM workflows.

REPORTS TO : Director, Engineering

LOCATION : Elgin, IL

RESPONSIBILITIES :

Leads and coordinates engineering functions to support the design and manufacture of grinding systems including quality assurance, testing, production, and research and development of new and existing product lines.

Creates concept designs for use in proposals. Contributes in the designing of critical assemblies and parts.

Maintains model and drawing workflow compliance in CAD file vault.

Maintains BOM workflow compliance within ERP system.

Facilitates communication among engineers, ensuring specifications, budgets, and deadlines are clearly communicated and understood.

Serves as project design lead for multiple projects, creating timelines and cost projections, organizing collaborative meetings, and ensuring projects comply with specifications, timelines, and budgets.

Reviews work and projects for technical accuracy.

Contributes to outlining and maintaining administrative policies, procedures, and standards.

Maintains knowledge of new trends, developments, technologies, materials, and best practices; applies this knowledge to continually improve product lines and production efficiency.

Performs other duties as assigned.

We offer a competitive salary and benefit package including health insurance, life insurance, 401(k), paid vacation, paid holidays, and long-term disability.

Kellenberger is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Veteran / Disability.

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