Amphenol CIT · 6 hours ago
Design Engineering Manager
Cerritos, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expAmphenol CIT is seeking a Design Engineering Manager who will lead engineering teams to ensure project specifications, deadlines, and budgets are met. This role requires a blend of management and technical skills to guide teams through challenges while fostering innovation and continuous improvement.
Electrical & Electronic Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Lead the engineering team and team meetings for assigned areas of responsibility
Drive actions and monitor the progress of engineer and engineering technician activities in support of product qualification and value stream team objectives
Design, control, and implement Electromechanical products with a focus on aerospace and industrial connector contacts
Help develop manufacturing processes according to global engineering codes and standards
Manage engineering projects and deliver them on time
Work with customers and team members to define product needs and requirements
Ensure that installations and applications align with customer needs and safety standards
Research to create new applications and processes
Summarize data and report on test results
Maintain functionality of Process and/or Product Development Engineer duties in assigned area(s)
Ensure the utilization of formal documentation techniques
Examine needs for new equipment, calculate costs, and help prepare budgets
Continuously improve company products and processes
Execute the departmental administrative duties related to attendance, conditional release of purchase requisitions, and performance management systems
Supervisory responsibilities involve overseeing and managing a highly technical contact and connector design and qualification teams to ensure effective performance, job satisfaction, and contributing to individuals’ career goals!
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field
10+ years experience leading technical teams
Proven experience in engineering roles, with a track record of successful project management
Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate and guide a team
Training and experience with FMEA creation and deployment methodologies
Familiarity with industry-specific regulations and standards. (EN, BAC, M39029, M38999, etc…)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
Proficient in MS Office including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and SharePoint
Practical knowledge of machines, production plants, and sites
Mentor and coach interns, engineers, and technical staff, providing guidance and feedback to foster professional growth and development
Learn many skills on the job
Strong communication skills to effectively convey standards and procedures
Reliable and flexible to work additional hours on short notice to complete orders or special projects to meet customer or internal demands
Able to work independently with minimal supervision
Accurate documentation and adherence to specifications are essential
Collaboration: Working closely with engineers and other team members
Identifying and resolving issues efficiently
Understanding and experience in a Lean manufacturing environment
Participate in continuous improvement projects and 5S-related performance teams
Preferred
Master's degree
Connector contact production and product development experience
Experience with Lean manufacturing and cellular-based manufacturing
Conversational in any other language
Knowledge of ERP systems, SAP
Skills in the use of 3D design Solidworks software
Knowledge about the operation and design of aircraft systems
Familiarity with regulatory certification requirements for aircraft electrical and avionics systems
Company
Amphenol CIT
Amphenol CIT designs, builds, tests, certifies, and delivers comprehensive, high-performance wire, cable, and interconnect solutions created to elevate the performance of your business.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase