Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Vice President of Engineering to oversee the product life cycles of brake components from research and development to validation. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills to systematically evaluate information, weigh alternatives, and foresee the consequences of decisions, making them adept at solving complex problems efficiently.
This role requires a strong commitment to delivering world-class customer service by anticipating customer needs and ensuring that our products and services exceed expectations. The VP of Engineering will demonstrate excellent leadership capabilities, fostering a collaborative team environment while also being able to work independently with minimal supervision.
A forward-thinking approach is essential, as the successful candidate will be encouraged to embrace new ideas and skills, driving continuous improvement across engineering activities including product, process, and quality enhancements. A proactive attitude is crucial, with a confidence in asking questions and challenging the status quo to facilitate innovative problem-solving among peers.
If you are a self-starter with a positive outlook and a passion for engineering excellence, we invite you to apply for this pivotal leadership position
Principle Responsibilities
- Lead the development and execution of strategy and long-term planning necessary within the engineering team to achieve product development, R&D, Quality goals, and business objectives
- Effectively execute product vision for product development and engineering departments. Including rotors, friction, and associated brake hardware and components.
- Provide leadership to product directors/managers, ensure all projects are prioritized in alignment with business goals, facilitate between business drivers and team’s ability to deliver solution
- Ensure product life cycle management is well established and effective in all product categories. Closely monitor customer feedback and warranty trends to identify opportunities to improve product offerings. Strategically support business goals and objectives
- Work closely with other departments, especially operation, sales & marketing, and quality, and collaborate with appropriate functional teams to ensure strategic synergies among all products
- Understand the automotive aftermarket (including NA, SA, and Europe) for brake pad components and rotor, identify/specify market requirements for current and future products, work with sales and program management teams, and develop product marketing solutions from strategic planning to tactical activities
- Develop technology roadmaps and product family concepts, lead R&D and GRIE engineering teams to develop/implement friction materials for all range of vehicle applications
Competencies
- Strong organization skills and understanding of the skill levels required to manage brake components’ product life cycles, from R&D, product design, development, and validation.
- Problem solver with strong analytical skills, able to apply careful and systematic evaluation of information, possible alternatives, and consequences.
- Strong commitment to providing world-class customer service, anticipating customer needs, and designing, promoting, or supporting the delivery of products and services that exceed their expectations.
- Demonstrated ability to lead well in a team environment, take initiative, work independently with minimal day-to-day supervision, and communicate effectively at all levels of the organization.
- Willingness to adopt new ideas/skills, able to drive continuous improvement among engineering activities – product, process, quality
- A self-starter with a positive attitude, willingness to ask questions and challenge the status quo, and ability to brainstorm and collaboratively solve discrete problems with peers.
Education/Experience:
- (BS, MS, PhD) in Engineering
- 15+ years of experience in automotive engineering component design/development
- 10+ years of experience in managing an engineering group
The posted salary range for this position is $200,000 to $250,000 annually, plus bonus. Final compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s skills, experience, and qualifications.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
