Manager, Design Engineering & Testing

RESPONSIBILITIES / RESPONSABILIDADES - List the essential functions (i.e. key responsibilities with expected end results), which must be accomplished in order to fulfill the purpose of your position as described above * Manage current and new component design engineering and testing requirements to meet business objectives * Creating Design Concept based on customer inputs and develop PV testing plan. * Understanding of product costing and testing cost estimation is required. * Understanding of product manufacturing and processes which may impact quality, delivery, and cost. Also, an understanding of upstream processes and cost drivers. * Lead and support development of business plan that ensures attainment of company sales goals and profitability by performing market research, competitor analysis and customer surveys, gather customer requirements; initiating and coordinating development of action plans; develop business case / white paper with cross functional team support; and deliver technical RFQ response and negotiate technical points with proper organizational approval. * Support for organizational activities for VA/VE & inventory control * Accountable for proper customer information flow with respect to technical and quality issues, as well as any purchasing initiated information requests that affect customer satisfaction. * Working with external test labs to get the quotes as per test plan coordinating POs and maintaining the PO tracker for testing activities and coordinating for their payment * Ensure personnel development is defined and maintained. * Comply with all company policies and ensure a safe work environment. * Continuously develop a position of influence with key customer decision makers, including all related groups. * Define, develop and deliver engineering solutions in support of customer initiatives and business needs. * Provide leadership to all pertinent groups as an internal/external customer advocate to achieve the highest level of customer support. KNOWLEDGE / CONOCIMIENTO- Describe any knowledge or skill (eg, technical, scientific, administrative, managerial) which the position requires. Education and Experience: * Bachelors' Degree in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience in related field. * Minimum of five years demonstrated leadership / management experience. * Experience on Component PV Testing Preferred: * Masters Degree in Engineering / Business or equivalent. * Previous role with key OEM/Tier account; light vehicle, commercial vehicle, specialized product OEM related to agriculture, construction or recreational sports. Skill/ knowledge requirements: * Knowledge of 3D Software CATIA / CREO * Provides technical expertise and guidance to staff as appropriate. * Proven Account Management skills required to create, maintain and enhance customer relationships. * Strong communication and organizational skills with ability to communicate to all levels of the organization. * Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments with high quality and on-time completion. * Thorough understanding of design and engineering disciplines. * IS/TS/QS9000 Procedures and Standards * Engineering Standards * Program and time management * Microsoft Office software * Cost reporting / reconciliation as and when required * Skilled negotiator * Knowledge of High Voltage Wiring Harness Component design is preferred. Working Conditions: * Must be able to travel up to 25% of the time, both domestically and internationally. * Medium physical activity - ability to lift up to 25 pounds. * High level of initiative and works well in team environment. * Able to manage stressful situations and deadline pressures. * Plans and executes responsibilities with minimal direction. What we offer. * The position is a regular active, full time role with competitive total rewards. * We are an EOE Minorities/Women/Disabled/Vets/VEVRAA Federal contractor.

Created: 2026-04-02