Mechanical Associate Director

About the role

The Mechanical Associate Director is a key leadership role within DLB’s Design Department. This position owns the systems that power the department’s growth: staffing and capacity planning, partner / outsourcing management (onshore and offshore), and talent onboarding and development. The Director closes gaps between recruiting, project / program staffing, and Day 1 productivity, while proactively building policies, dashboards, and playbooks that scale.

Responsibilities

• Associate Director may be involved in schematic and conceptual designs as part of introduction / development of new projects or programs within the department.
• Independently perform and / or direct advanced Mechanical engineering design and calculations.
• Perform QAQC peer reviews for projects and programs where he or she is (or is not) the lead engineer.
• Act as department level Engineer of Record (EoR) for projects and programs where he or she is (or is not) the lead engineer.
• Mentor members of the Mechanical design team and assist with training and development to foster a learning environment.
• Oversee organizational training and standards development for the Mechanical team.
• Utilize AutoCAD and Revit software to prepare drawings and visual aids if needed / applicable.
• Review and / or prepare book or sheet specifications.
• Lead strategic planning for the Mechanical engineering team, with Design Directors in the consult / inform position.
• Lead hiring processes for Mechanical engineering team, with Design Directors in the consult / inform position.
• Aid Directors in making informed decisions on significant operational matters at the department level.
• Aid Directors in shaping and enforcing company-wide policies, ensuring they align with immediate operations and broader organizational goals.
• Ensure efficient allocation and utilization of resources, including budgets, within purview to meet departmental requirements and strategic objectives.
• Oversee specific functional areas, managing planning, staffing, and budgeting processes.
• Guide and support teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Aid in developing strategies to attract, develop, and retain a competent and diverse team.
• Timely and effective management of the Mechanical team including resource forecasting, performance management and coordination.

Requirements

• Knowledge of organizational objectives and how they relate to company policies.
• Knowledge of budgeting and financial management principles.
• Skilled at utilizing data visualization tools and techniques to present complex data in an easily understandable format for stakeholders and senior management.
• Strong leadership skills to motivate subordinates and ensure that they are performing at their best.
• Strong tactical decision-making skills to handle unforeseen issues that arise during the course of operations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with senior management, subordinates, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to establish operational objectives and work plans, and delegate assignments to subordinates.
• Skilled at producing drawings and visual aids using AutoCAD and / or Revit.
• Skilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management.
• Skilled in performing and analyzing Mechanical calculations, topologies and Code requirements.
• Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
• Ability to work successfully in a remote environment thru effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspace.
• Ability to follow company and site safety requirements.
• Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information).
• Ability to communicate effectively directly with clients and at times serve as primary point of client contact.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines.
• Ability to effectively plan and delegate the work of others.
• Organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Qualifications

• B.A. / B.S. degree in relevant fields including Operations, Business, Engineering, or related disciplines.
• Minimum of fifteen years of experience in related field.
• Internal Applicant Eligibility: To be considered for this opportunity, internal candidates must currently hold:
• A Level 5 or higher position
• Have a minimum of 2+ years of experience in a leadership or management level position, with a demonstrated record of people leadership within DLB
• Plus:
• Experience in leading and managing a team of engineers and designers.
• Experience in developing and implementing policies and procedures to improve efficiency and productivity.
• Experience in mentoring and developing junior engineers and designers.

Skills

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Benefits

• Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)
• Flex spending accounts (FSA)
• Dental and vision plans
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26
• 401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option
• PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year
• Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
• Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage
• Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance
• Paid parental leave after one year of employment

Pay

148,838 - 210,000 USD per year (Remote (United States))

Design

Remote (United States)