Taco, Inc. · 1 day ago
Manager, Design Engineering HF
Taco Inc is a family-owned company committed to the well-being of its employees. The Manager, Design Engineering HF is responsible for planning and executing design engineering projects while maximizing profitability and ensuring quality standards are met.
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Responsibilities
Manages product design engineering and analyzes engineered projects to ensure that they meet customer requirements
Provides oversight and guidance for the development of product blueprints and other engineering data
Directs preparations for product layout, detailed drawings, and schematics
Ensures the accuracy of drawings and adherence to established organizational standards and objectives
Plans, establishes, and communicates product design engineering schedules to provide on-time delivery
Directs and coordinates manufacturing of prototype product
Develops and designs experimental testing and analysis to determine if design meets functional and performance specifications
Collaborates with cross-functional team members to develop a comprehensive project submittal process that is approved and certified by an engineer
Manages mechanical design engineering team that assists engineering sales representatives in configuring design parameters for more complex engineered products
Plans and defines quality system policies and procedures. Evaluates and reviews these for continuous improvement
Oversees and maintains quality system to ensure ISO readiness
Designs and configures test pit specifications to align with Hydraulic Institute certification requirements
Evaluates test pit product performance data and compares to industry standards to drive product research and development activities
Prepares and manages department budget within company guidelines
Evaluates team members to identify strengths and opportunities for improvement; collaborate on development actions and ensure resources necessary to complete actions
Cascades relevant and appropriate information about the company and department effectively and in a timely manner
Coaches and mentors for skill and knowledge development
Executes necessary responsibilities of team during absences or alternate engagement
Ensures team adheres to company policies, practices, and department standards
Assigns actions and ensure completion
Reviews work quality and provides feedback and guidance to team
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Design, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering
10+ years of engineering experience, preferably in the vertical turbine pump industry
5+ years of supervisory or managerial experience
Expert proficiency with computer-aided design (CAD) programs (SolidWorks required) and finite element analysis
Experience with customer relationship management (CRM) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems (Microsoft Dynamics CRM and Epicor ERP preferred)
Experience with hydraulics engineering and test pit design
Able to manage multiple projects concurrently and pivot as necessary
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills to present information in a clear and concise manner
Outstanding customer service skills
Able to work collaboratively with a diverse group of internal and external customers
Travel: approximately 25-35% of time to company locations and customer sites
Preferred
Master's degree in Design, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering
10+ years of experience in the vertical turbine pump industry
7+ years of supervisory or managerial experience
Professional Engineer (PE) License
Benefits
Provides competitive salaries and benefits
Offers tuition reimbursement, career development, and on-site training programs in our learning center
Believes in sharing profits with its employees
Is mindful about family, health and well-being
Fosters conditions that allow people and communities to reach their full potential
Embraces and celebrates diversity
Company
Taco, Inc.
Founded in 1920, Taco is a global leader in hydronic and water-driven solutions, specializing in providing innovative, sustainable, and high-performance products for the HVAC, plumbing, and industrial sectors.
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