About this opportunity
Briggs & Stratton lists this Manager Engineering opportunity in milwaukee, Wisconsin. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
As an Engineering Manager within our Power group, your goal will be to manage, plan, organize and coordinate the activities of an engineering group whose focus is on engine testing. You will foster the development of new manufacturing technologies, process / continuous improvement initiatives, new product ideas/concepts/designs, test & validation and cost reduction programs for new and existing engine/product programs.
You Will Do This By
Supporting and guiding product engineering teams in ongoing development within their assigned area
Supervising and coordinating product research, testing, design and development if applicable
Promoting the New Product Development process and ensures consistent use
Interfacing with customers regarding part and product design, manufacturing and quality control issues, which fosters relationships
Maintaining knowledge of regulatory requirements
Reporting regularly on project status, ensures budgets are on track, manages customer satisfaction data and other staff activities
Developing and initiating new technologies, process improvement initiatives and cost reduction programs
Proposing business solutions related to product safety initiatives, annual strategic/situational planning, long-term planning and supplier relationship agreements
Performing full range of managerial responsibilities of a unionized team, which may include but not be limited to: interviewing, hiring, coaching and developing employees; planning, assigning and directing work; EEO/AA, performance management, department budget
Performs other duties as assigned
The above statements are intended only to describe the general nature of the job and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of position responsibilities.
You Are The Kind Of Person Who Is/has
Analytical
Strong leadership skills
Effective communication skills
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent education and experience
Seven years of engineering experience
Prior management or supervisory experience of a unionized workforce.
Knowledge of engineering, testing and manufacturing processes related to product and/or manufacturing processes
Ability to effectively solve problems with diverse groups of people
Strong interpersonal, written communication and problem solving skills to effectively interface with engineers, managers and customers
Well-developed leadership and planning skills as well as the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Fundamental knowledge of statistics and reliability concepts
Strong team building skills
Ability to develop and coordinate activities of others and to focus on major project resources to ensure assignments are completed accurately, on time, and on budget
Fluent in English and primary language used in area of responsibility and/or location
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Briggs & Stratton, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, provides innovative products and diverse power solutions to help people get work done. Briggs & Stratton is the world’s largest producer of engines for outdoor power equipment, and is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of lithium-ion battery, standby generator, energy storage system, lawn and turf care products through its Briggs & Stratton®, Vanguard®, Ferris®, Billy Goat®, and Branco® brands. Briggs & Stratton products are designed, manufactured, marketed and serviced in more than 100 countries on six continents.
Briggs & Stratton is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. The Company conducts all employment practices without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation or any other basis prohibited by law. Briggs & Stratton also undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunity for minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for protected veterans.
Nearest Major Market: Milwaukee
Job Segment: Engineering Manager, Engineer, Performance Management, Engineering, Human Resources
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Worksite address
milwaukee, WI, 53244, US
Who can apply
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