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Engineering Manager
| Company | Disher |
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| Location | Grand Rapids, MI, USA |
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| Salary | $120000 – $140000 |
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| Type | Full-Time |
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| Degrees | Bachelor’s, Master’s |
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| Experience Level | Senior |
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Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred)
- 5+ years of demonstrated proficiency in a technical people leader role with responsibility for a group of engineers (ideally 8 or more) in the motorsports or other vehicle related industries
- General knowledge of motorcycle systems, including engine, chassis, suspension, electrical, and braking systems
- Extensive experience with complete vehicle engineering, including design, prototyping, testing, and manufacturing processes
- Proven track record in managing engineering teams, delegating tasks, and prioritizing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment with a particular focus on ‘on time’ delivery
- Strong understanding of CAD tools (SolidWorks, CATIA, or similar) and simulation software
- Proven experience with ISO quality systems, or similar, and their application
- Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire, motivate, and develop team members
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with both technical and non-technical teams
- Experience with product lifecycle management (PLM) systems and understanding of design for manufacturability principles.
Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of engineers, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented environment
- Provide clear direction, support, and follow up to ensure each engineer’s efforts and priorities are aligned with the company’s objectives, product timelines, and quality standards
- Be the primary engineering interface with external 3rd party engineering service providers
- Maintain cross-functional collaboration with Buell Department Leads to ensure engineering considerations are integrated throughout the entire product lifecycle
- Work closely with the existing manager as he transitions from a combined leader/technical mentor role to more of a technical leadership role
- Manage team performance through (minimum) monthly 1:1 session to provide regular feedback, goal setting adjustments (if needed), discuss professional development opportunities, and assure that each employee has the tools and support they need to be successful
- Actively participate in the development and improvements of engineering processes, tools, and methodologies to improve efficiency and quality
- Develop and maintain a list of technical benchmark data for key competitors in Buell’s current and proposed market segments.
Preferred Qualifications
- Embedded controls knowledge is also advantageous but not required.
