Job Title: Design Engineering Manager

Job Description

Are you ready to lead a team of engineers to success while balancing technical expertise and management skills? As a Design Engineering Manager, you'll orchestrate the efforts of your engineering team to ensure projects meet specifications, deadlines, and budget requirements. This role is perfect for someone passionate about both technical excellence and leadership, fostering an environment of innovation and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

Innovative Design: Lead the design, control, and implementation of mechanical structures and products, with a special focus on aerospace and industrial connector contacts.Manufacturing Processes: Develop and refine manufacturing processes in accordance with global engineering codes and standards.Project Management: Oversee engineering projects from conception to timely delivery, ensuring they meet all specifications and budget constraints.Customer Collaboration: Collaborate with customers and team members to define product needs and requirements, ensuring alignment with customer needs and safety standards.Research & Development: Conduct research to develop new applications and processes, summarizing data and reporting on test results.Process Management: Maintain the functionality of Process and Product Development Engineer duties, examining the need for new equipment, calculating costs, and assisting with budget preparation.Continuous Improvement: Continuously enhance company products and processes, attending or designating coverage for essential meetings.Team Leadership: Lead engineering team meetings, drive actions, and monitor progress of engineer and engineering technician activities in support of product qualification and value stream team objectives.Documentation: Ensure the utilization of formal documentation techniques and execute departmental administrative duties related to attendance, purchase requisitions, and performance management systems.

Essential Skills:

Software Proficiency: Proficiency in SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and mechanical design.Leadership: Strong management and leadership skills with experience in Mil-Spec Contacts, ITAR, EAR, and FMEA.Lean Manufacturing: Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and project management principles.Electronics Expertise: Experience in electronics, electronics connectors, and aircraft/avionics systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

Tech Savvy: Proficient in MS Office, including Excel, Word, and SharePoint.ERP Systems: Knowledge of ERP systems, with SAP preferred.Design Software: Skills in using 2D and/or 3D design software.Practical Knowledge: Familiarity with machines, production plants, and sites.Mentorship: Ability to mentor and coach interns, engineers, and technical staff.Communication: Strong communication skills, reliable and flexible to work additional hours on short notice.Independence: Able to work independently with minimal supervision.Attention to Detail: Meticulous in documentation and adherence to specifications.Lean Manufacturing Environment: Experience working in a Lean manufacturing environment.Aircraft Systems: Knowledge about the operation and design of aircraft systems and familiarity with regulatory certification requirements for aircraft electrical and avionics systems.

Work Environment:

Join a company dedicated to reducing the environmental impact of its operations, activities, and products. We are committed to complying with all applicable laws and regulatory requirements concerning the environment, preventing pollution, and continually improving environmental performance through a comprehensive Environmental Management System.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $135000.00 - $155000.00/yr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Franklin,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 12, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.