The Engineering Manager is given the responsibility to improve existing products and develop new product derivatives of existing products, to meet specific requirements; has the authority to utilize the resources at his/her disposal in such a way as to achieve the specific requirements; shall recommend resource allocations and participate in the establishment of specific requirements.
- Direct or delegate the direction for the preparation of complete design layouts, production drawings, model shop drawings, sketches and diagrams.
- Direct the preparation of design concepts to meet product specifications.
- Direct the activities of engineering change control on production drawings.
- Coordinate the activities of supporting personnel (Engineers and Drafters on all projects assigned). Actively support Tool Room and Research initiatives.
- Know and apply current Engineering practices in light of Manufacturing and Quality Control considerations.
- Make efficient use of and help develop relevant standards.
- Supervise the development and maintenance of Gantt charts for projects.
- Participate in the defense of product liability lawsuits when required.
- Make and/or direct the calculations involving engineering sciences (static, dynamics) and other associated subject.
- Direct liaison between vendors and purchasing department when required.
- Supports the activities of the Manufacturing Engineering personnel and the Quality Assurance Manager.
- Keep abreast of competitive product lines and market developments.
- Perform the administrative functions of budgeting, spending control, performance reviews, capital planning and participate in the tooling program requirements
- Develop policies and procedures as required.
- Cooperate with E-Commerce Initiatives.
- Perform other duties as responsibilities necessitate.
- Submit cost reduction/avoidances.
- Other tasks assigned by company or direct report manager.
