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Creation Technologies · 5 hours ago

Director of Engineering

Newark, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$170K/yr - $200K/yr

10+ years exp

Creation Technologies is a company focused on passion and customer satisfaction, seeking a Director of Engineering to lead their engineering function at the Rochester, NY manufacturing facility. This role involves overseeing engineering teams, driving continuous improvement, and aligning engineering strategies with business goals to enhance performance and customer satisfaction.

LogisticsManufacturingSupply Chain Management

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership to the engineering team, setting direction, fostering innovation, and building a high-performing, engaged culture

Oversee engineering operations across Manufacturing, Test, and Process disciplines, ensuring quality, compliance, and efficiency in an electronics manufacturing environment

Lead project deployments & NPI initiatives, including DFx activities to optimize manufacturability, cost, and quality, while ensuring alignment with customer and business goals

Drive continuous improvement in processes, supplier relationships, and business performance, ensuring regulatory compliance (RoHS, REACH, Conflict Minerals, ISO, ITAR, etc.)

Act as a key site leader, collaborating with regional/global engineering, aligning initiatives with strategic objectives, and supporting key customer accounts

Manage people & talent, including mentoring leaders, supporting performance reviews and salary planning, and leading recruitment to attract and retain top talent

Develop and manage budgets, resource plans, and capital expenditures to meet tactical and strategic goals

Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, from executive presentations to technical discussions with customers

Serve as a culture ambassador, living Creation’s values and modeling behaviors that support organizational growth and customer success

Qualification

Engineering leadershipElectronics manufacturingContinuous improvementProject managementISO standards knowledgeTeam developmentBudget managementCollaborationCommunication skillsMentoring

Required

Bachelor's degree in engineering (electronics/manufacturing focus) or equivalent work experience/training

10+ years in electronics manufacturing with 5+ years in engineering leadership. EMS experience preferred; Aerospace, Defense, and Medical required for applicable sites

Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop high-performing teams; strong collaboration and influence across all levels and with external partners

Advanced SME in at least one discipline (Test, Process, or Manufacturing Engineering) with strong knowledge of the others; deep understanding of EMS processes, business models, and technical landscape

Experienced in managing complex projects, budgeting, resource allocation, and driving organizational success through strategic planning and execution

Strong knowledge of ISO9001, ISO13485, ITAR, CGP, IPC, J-STD, and environmental standards (RoHS, REACH, Conflict Minerals)

Exceptional written and verbal skills, able to simplify complex concepts, influence decisions, and present effectively to executives and customers

US Citizen or lawful permanent resident or a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act is required