Director of Product Engineering

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct all engineering and program management activities following the Motus product development process
• Lead/coach the product development team to ensure engineering risk is managed by utilizing engineering best practices and lessons learned
• Develop robust designs for cut, sew, and wrap interior trim Motus products that can be manufactured efficiently and profitably
• Succeedingly launch new products for Motus that meet key launch performance indicators
• Improve year-over-year launch program financials through the product development process
• Manage product development (launch) budgets fiscally through completion of program
• Oversee the delivery of CAD models and product drawings accurately and on time to internal and external customers
• Give input on product knowledge and customer insight within category team to ensure product development is aligned with all key customer requirements and meets financial measurements
• Introduce and refine new product concepts through the development process ensuring that technical and quality standards are achieved while maximizing profitability
• Developing team capability through task focused coaching to ensure maximum performance and development to their potential
• Actively support targeted new business acquisition initiatives and projects by leading technical sales support efforts
• Drive ongoing cost reduction activities without compromising product performance
• Identify standard Bill of Material and Bill of Process for products
• Work with costing to ensure competitive assumptions are maintained in our cost assumptions
• Maintains a safe and effective prototype facility and manages prototype staff

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field
• A broad knowledge of automotive manufacturing, specifically interior soft trim components
• 7+ years’ experience with product development
• 5+ years’ experience in leadership role
• Experience in design/CAD, plastic injection molding, and foam injection
• Excellent time management skills and ability to follow up in a timely manner
• Strong written and verbal communication skills