Lead Engineer IV - Standardization and Automation

Role & responsibilities

• Lead small teams of standardization & automation team for Wet Seal Systems Pre & Post order Engineering standardization.
• Accountable for overall Engineering KPI s and focus on OTD, saving of Engg. Hrs through contribution of standardization & automation projects and Quality metrices of assigned Engineering standardization projects.
• Develop CAD architect, step by step automation logic, working with digital team for developing coding and algorithms for CAD / system automation project. Stagewise testing and implementation of the tool and dedicate to global & regional engineering teams.
• Training & developing to empower engineering team.
• Working directly with all internal stakeholders and align with them on Engineering Service Level to meet their expectations ensuring global coverage and time zone demands.
• I- Project job management tool for seal system engineering as a global tool, Support for migration from I Project to any alternative Engineering project / job management software as directed by Engineering Solutions management.
• Responsible for standardized product offerings and introduce a cost-effective and time saving approach in designing support systems and achieving market leading product cost and lead time.
• Lead a group of few Engineers, Designer, capacity planning, job scheduling and driving timely quality output of system engineering
• Accountable for on time submission of Standard Layout or Frame agreement Engineering documents for OEM approval, Standard manufacturing drawings and Work instructions for Manufacturing.
• Distil best practices for achieving growth and help replicate best practices on a worldwide basis.
• Collaborating with the regional Engineering Managers in key customer engagements and technical alignment with customers and suppliers for Standard / Pre-engineered seal systems.
• Provide input to product line managers in identifying opportunities for product growth and new product innovation.
• Drive teams KPI and achieve Priority Action list projects of self and team members.

Preferred candidate profile

• A Bachler or masters degree (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline or natural science with 12+ years’ experience in technology development, engineering, or similar functions.
• At least 10+ year engineering experience with at least 5 + years of Supervisor / team leader experience
• Domain knowledge in process equipment and seal systems in Polymer, Pharmaceutical, Chemical, Aerospace, Refinery and Turbomachinery areas
• Strong working knowledge of how the mechanical seal business and markets work, and how to create growth through engineering processes and products
• Good understanding of engineering process needed in design and operations, key business drivers and industry practices
• Excellent communication skills to articulate strategies and drive a coordinated action plan.
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to prioritize and communicate clearly across all levels of the organization
• Ability to work in a deadline driven work environment, attention to detail, and multitasking are essential.
• Affinity with mechanical seal systems as essential technology in process industry
• An ability to work in an international environment with functional teams spread over various regions including corresponding willingness to travel
• Self-starter and highly motivated to achieve results with limited direct supervision.
• Excellent people skills and proven ability to lead a team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, a proficiency in MS Office