Job Description
The Engineering Assistant Manager will serve as the right-hand person for the Engineering Manager, providing comprehensive support in managing emergency break-down events on production equipment, project planning, and technical support for the Maintenance and Manufacturing teams. This role is crucial for ensuring the effective planning and implementation of processes and equipment for both existing and future production lines.
ResponsibilitiesManage emergency break-down events on production equipment from an engineering standpointOversee project planning and technical support provided to the Maintenance and Manufacturing teamsManage process and equipment planning for existing and future production linesEnsure effective countermeasures are developed by the Production Engineering team to prevent reoccurrence of equipment-related downtimeResponsible for factory layout managementOversee budget planning and management for the Production Engineering teamSupport the improvement of safety, quality, productivity, and indirect material costEstablish and maintain productive and effective working relationships with team membersEssential SkillsBachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field5-7 years of experience in manufacturing3+ years of experience in the automotive industry3+ years of experience as a supervisor, manager, or assistant managerProficiency in engineering managementExperience with SolidworksKnowledge of mechanical drawingsUnderstanding of PDCA methodologyAdditional Skills & QualificationsKnowledge of the automotive manufacturing industryFamiliarity with total quality management systems and engineering best practicesExperience in multi-discipline leadership, with the ability to effectively communicate with operations, manufacturing, quality, and other groupsStrong negotiation skillsPersonality traits such as ownership, willingness to question for knowledge, adaptability, and ambitionPassion for growing engineersAbility to gather information through investigation and questioningWork Environment
This role is based in a large, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility equipped with a new gym, locker rooms, and showers. The facility includes a full cafeteria with a chef that changes meals daily and robotics on the floor. The workspace is air-conditioned, and employees are provided with uniforms after 30 days. Long sleeve shirts and pants are required; no jeans are permitted. Employees enjoy benefits such as 80 hours of PTO loaded after 90 days, two paid shut down weeks per year, a 401K with a 5% match after six months, and various recognition programs. Additionally, the company sponsors family-friendly events, including trips to Sea World
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $115000.00/yr.
State of the art facility with new gym, locker rooms, and shower. Full cafeteria with chef that changes meals daily. Robotics on the floor. Air conditioning, straight OT, 80 hours PTO loaded day one up front unless maintenance then they get 120. Ton’s of recognition for you and family. For example, on 7/8 we are paying for everyone to go and take their family to sea world and then even paid for another set of tickets to go again on their time. Provided company soccer type chairs. 90 Days we provide uniforms. 401K at 6 months 5% match.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Santa Clara,TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 21, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & InclusionAt Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our peopleThe company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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