• Director of Engineering

    Sigma Design (Camas, WA)


    Director of Engineering

     

    Sigma Design is a product development, engineering, and manufacturing firm. Based out of the Pacific Northwest, we offer innovative concept through production services to diverse clients around the globe. Sigma Design believes in hiring, developing, and recognizing the best. We offer competitive compensation, a 401(k) with up to 4% company match, quarterly bonus program, 15-days of accrued PTO and 9 company paid holidays. In addition, Sigma Design has multiple options for medical insurance and dental insurance. We also offer voluntary benefits: vision, long-term disability, and life insurance.

    Position Details:

    + This position will be in-office

    + Pay Range – $140,000-$165,000 DOE

    Primary Function:

    As a key member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for overseeing the strategic direction, growth, and development of our engineering department. You will play a pivotal role in providing our team with the best processes, tools, and resources to deliver exceptional solutions to our clients.

    Essential Job Functions - Responsibilities:

    + Grow and develop a world-class engineering team by hiring and developing top performers.

    + Actively contribute to estimating/quoting efforts by working closely with customers, biz-dev, and engineering SMEs.

    + Drive resource balancing using your deep understanding of the team’s expertise, ensuring that all types of projects have the best available mix of talented people.

    + Work with peers to define and optimize processes for all engineering groups, while also engaging other departments to ensure smooth hand-offs.

    + Ensure a fair and equitable process for salary and promotions across all engineering disciplines.

    + Grow and evolve the tools and training engineers need to effectively and efficiently deliver quality products to our customers.

    + Provide consultation to PMs, as needed, to resolve conflicts or improve the performance of engineering team members.

    + Connect with, develop, and maintain key client relationships, acting as a point of contact to field and understand client needs, and be the liaison for Business Development handoffs.

    + Ensure that project and department milestones are met and adhere to approved budgets.

    + Manage department metrics and foster an environment of continuous improvement.

    + Act as an ambassador/advocate for improving business performance and “keeping the flywheel moving.”

    + Follow Business Technology policies to protect sensitive data and reduce information security occurrences.

    Education and Experience: (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities)

    + Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field is required. A Master's degree is a plus.

    + Work Experience: A minimum of 15 years of engineering or technical project management experience, with at least 5 years in engineering leadership, such as Engineering Manager or Director of Engineering (preferred).

    + Leadership Experience: Proven track record of leading and developing high-performing engineering or project management teams. Experience in managing cross-functional teams and driving large-scale projects to successful completion.

    + Technical Expertise: Strong technical background with a deep understanding of engineering principles, practices, and tools. Ability to stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies.

    + Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

    + Business Acumen: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to think critically and strategically, resolving complex technical and organizational challenges.  Ability to make decisions while considering short-term, long-term, departmental, and organizational implications.

    + Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with team members, peers, stakeholders, and external partners.

    + Continuous Improvement: Commitment to fostering a culture of continuous improvement, with a focus on optimizing processes, enhancing team performance, and delivering high-quality products.

    + Demonstrate commitment and adherence to Sigma Design Core Values.

    + Pass a post-offer background verification.

    Work Environment

    Standard office environment with normal amounts of office related conditions. Occasionally may be required to work in environmental conditions that emulate typical user environments in order to facilitate design testing and validation.  Occasionally may be required to travel as required to other facilities, clients, or suppliers.

     

    SigmaDesign is an Equal Opportunity Employer

     

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