Engineering Manager Summary

Engineering Manager job opening in Jackson. A major automotive manufacturer is currently seeking candidates for an Engineering Manager job in Jackson. Our automotive recruiters are seeking strategic, analytical engineering professionals for this Engineering Manager job opening in the Jackson area. This job offers competitive compensation as well as benefits.

Jackson Engineering Manager Overview:

The Jackson Engineering Manager will lead a staff of engineering managers to develop programs. The Engineering Manager will plan materials, process equipment, tooling, and quality standards. The Engineering Manager will establish program deadlines and work with junior engineers to develop their skills.

Jackson Engineering Manager Job Opening

The Jackson Engineering Manager will provide leadership and guidance to a staff of engineers and area managers.
Oversee new model programs and define requirements for equipment, materials, and tooling.
Lead the creation of the manufacturing plan for major and minor programs.
The Jackson Engineering Manager will define the program requirements and ensures requirements meet standards for cost, quality, and safety.
Interface with production staff to minimize the production issues.
Ensure program specifications are met throughout the process.
The Jackson Engineering manager will assist plant production staff in solving quality, cost, or safety problems related to the program’s engineering.
Develop and administer the budget for the program.
Collaborate with manufacturing staff to complete continuous improvement initiatives.
The Jackson Engineering Manager will assign tasks and other work to members of the engineering team.
Ensure Engineers are assigned duties in order to have them done well while also developing the skills of the engineering team.
Take part in the hiring and training of new engineers.

Engineering Manager (Jackson Area) Job Requirements:

Strong verbal and written communication skills.
A four year degree in engineering from an accredited university.
Possession of a masters degree in engineering would be preferable.
At least ten years of automotive engineering experience.
At least two years of experience managing other engineers.
Excellent interpersonal skills, able to motivate team members.
Familiar with developing tooling.
Understanding of manufacturing quality standards.
Familiar working in an environment with varied subordinate staff and contractors.
A thorough understanding of automotive engineering, processes, tooling, production, and quality.
Familiar with the Microsoft Office suite of software, especially excel and powerpoint.
Familiar with CAD and 3D modeling software.
Able to travel domestically and internationally.

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