Mechanical Engineering Manager manages a team of mechanical engineers designing parts, engines, tools, or other mechanical equipment and industrial processes. Designs, scopes, and develops new mechanical engineering initiatives and projects, and manages them through their life cycles. Being a Mechanical Engineering Manager helps establish programs to support training, process improvements, and the creation and maintenance of best practices and protocols. Interfaces with other departments to identify new potential products and projects. Additionally, Mechanical Engineering Manager requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Mechanical Engineering Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Mechanical Engineering Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Dept overview
Large engine software validation and planning. 5 sub teams. Diesel software planning team. Provide validate engine software. Heavy on the project management Obtain software requirements from development partners, negotiate timelines and resources, follow standard work to guide the process from start to validation in field. Communicate regularly to business partners and team members
Top skills
Basic diesel engine knowledge
Engine control software planning
Basic software verification and validation planning
Coordinate limited resources among competing projects
Organization skills, documentation and attention to detail
Project planning and management
Good communication skills.
Design software not required but a plus.
Education:
Experience: Internship and university experience will be considered. Minimum of 3yrs. Up to 10yrs is ok. No more. Open to masters candidate
Typical task breakdown:
- Plan, coordinate, evaluate and validate Engine Software content with upstream, parallel, and downstream partners.
- Execute Engine Software release process in to meet schedule and cost expectations.
- Investigate Engine Software field defects and coordinate their resolution and validation.
- Continue to improve and document the Engine Software Planning and Releasing process.
Interaction with team:
- Platform, Engine Development and Performance, Aftertreatment, HIL Validation Client Electronics, Field Support
Work environment: 3-member sub-team with each member focused on one specific engine platform
Technical Skills
(Required)
- Basic understanding of Diesel Engine Operation.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawing, schematics and computer-generated reports.
- Previous experience with to software development and validation
Soft Skills
(Required)
- Creativity, verbal and written communication skills, analytical and problem solving ability.
- Team player and detail oriented.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $38.00 - $40.00 per hour
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Work Location: In person
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