Engineering & Technical Design Manager

**Engineering & Technical Design Manager****Summary**The Engineer and Technical Design Manager leads a collaborative multi-talented group within and across multiple Business Units.They play a critical role by bringing Engineering Discipline and Design-for-Manufacturing expertise to support Business Unit Project objectives, mentoring Staff, and advancing the goals of the Chapter.They keep team members focused on adding value and delivering best-in-class execution of all Engineering and Technical Design tasks.They encourage their team to think innovatively, develop strategic solutions that will allow the company to meet the continuing demands of Design-For-Cost / Manufacturing and to collaborate with their in-house and offshore manufacturing teams.Engineering & Technical Design Managers work directly with Account Managers, Project Managers, clients, and manufacturing partners to ensure all project needs are met.Responsible and accountable for the execution of the following dutiesLead and direct a cross function team that includes Engineer Technologists, Technical Illustrators and Desk Top Publishing DesignersFacilitate resource sharing and workload level loading between BU’s within the Market SegmentIdentity & manage seasonal spikes within the BU’sWork directly with Account Managers, Project Managers, clients, and manufacturing partners to ensure all project needs are met.Direct and oversee all phases of engineering.Provide team members with feedback, guidance, and approval on project assignmentsEnsure format of deliverables and quality of presentations are in line with standards.Keep team member focused on adding value, lead brainstorming sessions, develop ideas and collaborate with all project stakeholders.Motivate and influence the team to always attain excellence in performance and being an advocate of the Array Way” across all BU’s and geographical locationsMake VA/VE in the engineering phase a cornerstone of all engineer conceptsEncourage innovative solutions and creative exploration to address design for manufacturabilityPerform failure analysis and problem solving (8D process) to improve product design and to prevent recurrence of product design related problemsRecommend measures to improve process methods, team performance and quality of workWork with the peers to define strategic development plans for the team including both technical and non-technical improvements in the operationsDevelop the team’s collective capabilities and expertise within the Market Segment, while capturing and socializing best practices across the chapterHelp to Develop tools & processes to monitor companywide workload with assistance of resource analystCollaborate with the BU Leaders and the Chapter COE to develop strategic solutions that will allow the company to meet the continuing demands of Design For Cost and Manufacturing (DFM/ DFC)Audit SOP / “Standards” Compliance & Identify Needs for TrainingPDM (file saving)Datacard (or SW custom properties)Bill of Material accuracy and completenessEngineering Package accuracy at Prototype Development and Production phases.On-Time execution to Milestone datesDataweb (task status, hour entry, file upload) maintenanceLead, develop and mentor all direct reports; conduct performance management reviews and implement development plans; establish goals and objectives for each team memberManage expectations and standards; support a fair and positive culture and professional developmentUphold company policies and enforce safety regulations.Track and approve all vacation & personal days for direct reports.Ensure performance reviews are completed on time and provide meaningful feedback.Follow all policies and procedures and ensure accountability with the assigned team membersSupport continuous improvement and Health and Safety initiativesConduct all work duties as per the Occupational Health & Safety Act & Regulations, the health, safety & environmental policies, procedures, and policies of Array CanadaPerform any other reasonable assignments given by your manager or his/her designatesAdhere to the Agile Sprint Framework and facilitates all required meetings**Qualifications**:Holds a College or University degree/diploma in Mechanical or Industrial Design (or similar field), 3+ years in POP/Retail Design experience, with a minimum of 3 years as Senior Designer or manager; or a combination of education and experienceClient relations - Strong understanding of client business objectives and strategiesExcellent understanding of Materials and Processes commonly used within the industryWorking knowledge of Design Development softwareExperienced in leading othersExperienced with meeting facilitationAble to read and interpret documents such as design briefs, safety rules, and procedure manualsHave the ability to write routine reports and correspondence as well as speak effectively before gr