Engineering Manager

Hine Automation designs and manufactures vacuum, atmospheric automation systems and robotic components. Our team has been designing products for more than 30 years and serving our customers since 2009. We Specialize in semiconductor automation for silicon and compound III-V or II-VI materials, tape frames, photomask and reticles, and solar and flat panel displays.

We are looking for an experienced Engineering Manager who can manage all engineering activities within the engineering department. Implement and maintain overall engineering standards, objectives and initiatives using schedules. Confront and solve performance/operational issues to improve product efficiency and reliability. Lead and develop the engineering team. Provide input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. You will be capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments.

Typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervises and leads engineering department

Identifies and develops required engineering competencies required to achieve company objectives

Hires, trains, and mentors other engineers and supporting staff

Writes performance reviews, holds 1-2-1s and solves internal issues

Confers with Senior Management

Leads & assists others in the analysis of engineering issues and develop viable, proactive solutions to problems in Engineering, Manufacturing and in the Field

Coordinate and direct projects including creating schedules and detailed plans to accomplish set goals to ensure timely and accurate completion of engineering projects

Implement engineering design standards and establishes criteria related to drafting, standards and general practices

Organizes, plans, and executes projects & activities to meet customer or market needs

Ensures the quality and technical accuracy of product engineering work

Reviews and is part of the approval process on new or modified product designs

Drafts and/or reviews proposals and reports for customers

Strong background in Controls

Experience developing automation and controls applications (robotics preferred)

Familiar with all phases of software lifecycle management

Working knowledge with developing embedded control systems

Experience with revision control systems (subversion preferred)

Proficient in multiple development environments

Experience developing TwinCAT controls applications

Continuously improves business processes and practices related to the engineering function

Establishes detailed plans and schedules to accomplish departmental objectives

Manages budget and related expenses per department requirements within corporate guidelines

Manages outsource engineering service providers

Assures compliance with all Hine standards, policies, practices, etc.

Maintains a clean safe work environment

It is every employee’s responsibility to be aware of and adhere to the applicable Safety & Health, Quality and Environmental Process of Hine Automation

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Engineering department consisting of mechanical, electrical and software engineers

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or other related discipline

Minimum five years related experience, with minimum two years recent supervisory experience

Must possess a valid driver’s license, clean driving record, major credit card (for business travel), and passport

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Proven ability to lead and develop an engineering team

Ability to systematically solve and lead others in the solution of technical problems

Ability to communicate effectively: internally and externally, with co-workers, vendors and customers, as required

Ability to compile and analyze technical data, write reports, and present technical information to various groups

Proficient in CAD (Inventor preferred), and Microsoft Office software applications

Ability to interpret technical journals and papers, and other related material

Working knowledge of Design for Six Sigma principles

Working knowledge of product technology is preferred

Semiconductor equipment

Vacuum equipment

Robotics

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The normal work environment is typical of a business office, manufacturing laboratory, and support areas such as production, test, and stockroom.

The incumbent is routinely required to sit, stand, walk, touch, see, and hear.

The incumbent may occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds.

While performing the regular duties of the position, the incumbent may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, risk of electrical shock, and possible exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals. The incumbent must be able to wear safety equipment and follow safety instructions.

Must be able to work on production floor, laboratory in the field or at customer site without physical impediments. Vision correctable to 20/20 and ability to hear with corrective devices.

Hine is an equal employment opportunity employer, in accordance with applicable federal and state laws for qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran or disability status. When requested and necessary, we provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.