STIHL USA · 3 hours ago
Engineering Project Manager
Virginia Beach, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expSTIHL USA is a family-owned company known for its innovative and high-quality products in the forestry industry. They are seeking an Engineering Project Manager to conduct advanced manufacturing engineering work, coordinate technical aspects of projects, and lead the development of new production lines and equipment.
ConstructionFoundriesMachinery ManufacturingManufacturing
Responsibilities
To coordinate/guide engineering/technical aspects of advanced manufacturing assignments and to obtaining/organizing technical data and analyzing to resolving complex problems
Coordinates/leads the development, implementation and production release of new production lines/equipment as assigned
Responsible for strategic planning and budgeting for short, mid and longterm capital projects
Prepares and carries out approved recommendations to include tool redesign and alterations, change of material specifications, dimensions, methods, and routing information etc
Through research of advanced technology, develops proposals for automation, mechanization, methods, special tooling, machine attachments, etc., for the purpose of cost reduction
Prepares cost estimates involved in changing from present to new methods; estimates savings expected as the result of such change. Plans equipment layout and workflow, and trains supervisors and managers in correct production procedures for new or vastly revised production operations
Investigates various types of new machines and equipment with regard to versatility and diversification of production features required, prices, and other conditions involved
Prepares reports and recommendations for management relative to purchase or lease of equipment
Works closely with other departments, e.g. Production, Tooling, Purchasing, et al., to affect problem resolution or to respond to technical questions
Maintains records, files, and other documentation pertinent to special and regular assignments performed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineer or related field
5 – 7 years of work experience
All work affecting product quality shall be competent on the basis of appropriate education, training, skills, and experience
Maintains currency with respect to technical and supervisory skills by attending training classes, special technical and administration courses, seminars, exhibits and trade shows as needed
Coordinates/leads the development, implementation and production release of new production lines/equipment as assigned
Responsible for strategic planning and budgeting for short, mid and longterm capital projects
Prepares and carries out approved recommendations to include tool redesign and alterations, change of material specifications, dimensions, methods, and routing information etc
Through research of advanced technology, develops proposals for automation, mechanization, methods, special tooling, machine attachments, etc., for the purpose of cost reduction
Prepares cost estimates involved in changing from present to new methods; estimates savings expected as the result of such change
Plans equipment layout and workflow, and trains supervisors and managers in correct production procedures for new or vastly revised production operations
Investigates various types of new machines and equipment with regard to versatility and diversification of production features required, prices, and other conditions involved
Prepares reports and recommendations for management relative to purchase or lease of equipment
Works closely with other departments, e.g. Production, Tooling, Purchasing, et al., to affect problem resolution or to respond to technical questions
Maintains records, files, and other documentation pertinent to special and regular assignments performed
Preferred
German fluency preferred
Benefits
Competitive pay with multiple bonus opportunities and potential for annual merit increases
Excellent health benefits including Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Onsite Health & Wellness Center for employees and eligible family members
Company-paid Life Insurance and Short & Long-Term Disability
Robust retirement offerings including:
A fully vested Pension Plan after 5 years
A 401(k) with generous employer match
Paid time off including 11 Paid Holidays
A strong culture of stability, community, and innovation
Company
STIHL USA
Virginia Beach-based STIHL Inc., one of several manufacturing facilities in the STIHL Group, is the headquarters for U.S.
1001-5000 employees
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President and Chief Executive Officer
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Vice President, Information Systems (CIO)
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