Reliant Systems, Inc. · 1 month ago
Global Director of Engineering
Zimmerman, MN, US
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$175K/yr - $225K/yr
10+ years expReliant Systems, Inc. is seeking a Global Director of Engineering to lead their engineering strategy and drive technical excellence across US and Asian operations. This role involves overseeing the design and development of high-precision motion systems while managing a global team of engineers and collaborating with contract manufacturing partners.
Industrial AutomationManufacturingMechanical Engineering
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a global engineering strategy aligned with Reliant Systems’ growth objectives, including the successful launch of the new Malaysia facility
Collaborate with executive leadership to drive innovation, enhance product value propositions, and maintain a competitive edge in high-precision motion systems
Define team structures, transitioning the current engineering team into specialized mechanical, electrical, and design engineering units to optimize performance and scalability
Lead and mentor a global team of 10+ engineering professionals, fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and accountability
Oversee R&D efforts in the US, ensuring technical consistency across research, new product introduction (NPI), and sustaining engineering initiatives
Collaborate with a contract manufacturing partner in Asia (3-4 engineers) to support contract manufacturing operations, ensuring alignment with US-based designs and solutions
Drive the development of next-generation precision motion systems tailored for semiconductor, metrology, life sciences, and advanced manufacturing markets
Implement robust product development processes, including Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), DFx, and comprehensive risk analysis to ensure reliability and scalability
Oversee system-level design and integration of mechanics, electronics, and software to deliver high-performance solutions
Manage cross-functional engineering projects from concept to full-scale production, ensuring seamless delivery to customers worldwide
Facilitate collaboration between US-based R&D teams and Asia-based contract manufacturing teams to resolve design and production challenges
Oversee the production of parts in the US for shipment to Asia for assembly, ensuring quality and efficiency for products sold in Asian markets
Support US-based manufacturing for domestic sales and ensure alignment with global standards
Occasional travel to Asia to support the Malaysia facility launch and ongoing collaboration with contract manufacturing teams
Qualification
Required
10+ years of engineering leadership experience in high-precision motion stages, servo technology, or nanometer-level positioning systems
Proven expertise in industries such as semiconductor, metrology inspection, life sciences, or advanced manufacturing, either as a direct participant or as a supplier supporting these sectors
Experience with system integration, staging, or front-end/back-end inspection processes
Deep understanding of system-level design and integration (mechanics, electronics, software)
Ability to translate complex technical specifications into customer-focused value propositions
Proven ability to lead and mentor diverse, global engineering teams
Strong communication and collaboration skills to manage cross-functional and cross-regional projects
Strategic thinker with a track record of driving innovation and operational excellence
Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
Preferred
Strong background in mechanical engineering preferred, followed by design and electrical engineering expertise
Company
Reliant Systems, Inc.
Reliant Systems, Inc. is a designer and manufacturer of linear and rotary positioning stages.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase