Advanced Manufacturing Division Director

The CompanyEngeniusMicro is a hardware focused small business with offices in Huntsville, AL and in Atlanta, GA. Our multi-disciplinary staff of engineers, technicians, and scientists provide research and development engineering services to industry and the Federal Government. Our primary research areas are Additive Manufacturing, MicroElectroMechanical Systems (MEMS) / Nanotechnology, and Microelectronics. As a research-focused small business, we offer opportunities for growth and advancement for a motivated candidate. The CultureEngeniusMicro seeks self-motivated, highly organized, and responsive employees able to work in a fast-paced, small team environment. The ideal employee will thrive in a learning environment that encourages independence, initiative, leadership, and professional growth.Why should you apply?You like solving technical challenges in a fast-paced collaborative environmentYou're interested in building a key component in hardware and prototypesYou want to work somewhere your interests can influence the direction of the companyYou enjoy making products that are both technically and visually intriguing.You're interested in feeling a greater sense of autonomy and ownership in what you doYou want to develop adaptability and problem-solving skills as you tackle diverse challenges The PositionDuties & ResponsibilitiesCore focus areas: people management; program management; customer relationship management; technical proficiency in the laboratory; and strategic planningManage a small team of approximately 5 engineers and techniciansManage approximately 5 programs' cost, schedule, quality, and deliverablesCommunicate technical developments to customers to meet their requirements and manage expectations"Lead from the lab" by designing and developing additive manufacturing tools, processes, and materialsBuild the customer base, programs, and products of the divisionDelegate work and assignments and monitor team members based on their expertise, work experience, and time constraints to meet mechanical components and systems assembly goals and objectives.Conduct performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.Handle discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.Recruit, interview, hire, and train new staff in the department.Provide training and mentoring and talent development as needed.Identify and recommend objectives and scope of technical projects and delegate goals, scope approach, and schedules to assigned personnel.Conduct cost analysis, estimating expected costs for the project.Review project reports to ensure projects are on schedule and within budget.Collect, store, manage, and report data associated with assembled mechanical systemsAct as a liaison between company, customers, and vendors addressing questions, concerns, and/or complaints throughout the project.Develop presentations to report research, engineering, and development communication and resultsInterface with customers and provides consultation support to multiple projects in area of additive manufacturing.Research new technologies and systems that can improve the quality, performance, and productivity of company and customer systems and programsPerform mechanical design of hardware and systems and serve as a Principal Investigator for additive manufacturing initiatives.Provide the conceptual and/or detailed design, development, implementation, verification, and/or validation of technical solutions.Perform analytical modeling, simulation, calculation, and solid modeling of mechanical systems and additive manufacturing technologiesEnforce the engineering and business development direction activities of the advanced manufacturing team within the organization.Assess cost effectiveness and feasibility of manufacturing processes; make and implement recommendations to reduce costs and improve efficiency.Develop new products from concept to testing to production.Conduct risk assessments; report identified risks to management; provide recommendations for mitigation of risk (including termination of the project if appropriate).Organize, manage, and plan complex projects for the organization's research, development, and product implementation efforts.Collaborate with marketing staff to determine market potential for new products.Consult with Chief Technical Officer to create long-range operating goals specific to the needs of the organization.Prepare and implement a budget based on estimates for operating requirements, equipment, and material purchases.Communicate and collaborate with sales and marketing teams to provide training and information required to promote and sell new projects, programs, and systems.Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, industry, contractual, and company regulations, standards, specifications, and best practices including EPA and OSHA requirements QualificationsBasicExperience operating, developing, maintaining additive manufacturing toolsExcellent written and verbal communication skills.Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.Thorough understanding of or the ability to quickly learn about project or product development.Excellent managerial/supervisory and leadership skills.Ability to execute tasks based on self-motivationExcellent analytical and problem-solving skills.Extensive technical knowledge of engineering and product development.Excellent financial skills and ability to analyze financial data.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.Bachelor's degree in related field, which may include Computer Science or Engineering10 years of Experience; 5 years of Supervisory ExperienceThe ability to obtain/maintain a final Secret DoD clearance, for which the US Government requires US CitizenshipAuthorization to work for employers in the U.S. without sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or transfer employment visas at this time.PreferredMaster's degree in Engineering preferredPMP, PgMP, CAPM, and/or comparable project management certificationsExperience in microelectronics packaging and integration.Experience in microfabrication or semiconductor manufacturingAbility/contacts rolodex to build the customer base and programs for the division The Legal StuffEngeniusMicro provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)E-Verify ParticipationFamily and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)Immigrant and Employee RightsUniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA)

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