Director of Engineering
Job Description
If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact.
With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.
SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for leading product engineering function of Akron Brass, including designing new product, re-engineering of existing product, operations support, product liability, and documentation and product structure control.
REPORTS TO (Title):
Akron Brass Site Leader
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead and develop the Engineering team; serve as the organization’s product design expert
Oversee engineering for new and existing products to meet customer, schedule, and cost requirements
Support manufacturing and operations with timely engineering solutions
Improve engineering processes for efficiency, accuracy, and cost reduction
Ensure compliance with mechanical specifications, ISO 9001:2015, and the Akron Brass Quality Manual
Manage shifting priorities and ensure deadlines are met
Stay current on industry trends and emerging technologies
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams on new product introduction and manufacturing readiness
Plan and manage the Engineering budget and resource allocation
Foster a culture of creativity, innovation, and continuous improvement
Communicate critical quality, compliance, supply, and safety risks to leadership
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND REQUIRED ABILITIES:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field (Master’s preferred)
5+ years of engineering or product development experience
3+ years of managerial experience
Strong skills in GD&T, 3D CAD, FEA, and project management
Experience with CFD and multi‑disciplinary engineering (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic)
Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement practices
Excellent communication, technical writing, and presentation skills
Ability to work cross‑functionally and adapt to changing priorities
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field (Master’s preferred)
5+ years of engineering or product development experience
3+ years of managerial experience
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Office role with 25% of time spent in lab environment.
Limited travel. Some moderate lifting is required at times.
Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?
IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.
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