Company Overview:
Humanscale is the premier designer and manufacturer of ergonomic products that improve health and comfort at work. We have a focus on sustainability with 70% of our products currently certified as having a Net Positive impact on the environment. Our award-winning office products – seating, sit/stand desks, technology support and lighting – have led the industry in performance and simplicity for over 40 years.
Overview:
The Design Engineering Manager will oversee and be directly involved with the development of new ergonomic products from concept to manufacturing as well as make improvements on existing products.
Responsibilities:
- Organize technical effort(s) and align team resources to effectively execute business priority objectives.
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Collaborate with the cross functional team to provide innovative solutions for the company’s product lines.
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Lead members of the engineering team to manage the overall functionality, manufacturability, schedule, cost, potential risk and deliverables of a project/product.
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Manage overall budget for developing new products including prototype, tooling, outside resources and personnel.
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Provide leadership to ensure the progression of projects through design process phases.
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Highlight and oversee risk management activities to ensure program/project uncertainty is properly mitigated.
- Collaborate with operations and overseas vendors in fine-tuning all design details, materials and manufacturing to ensure that documentation and production is completed in a timely manner.
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Work collaboratively with cross functional team, responsible for resolving mechanical design details, manufacturability, quality, regulatory, aesthetic, ergonomic and sustainability details/requirements.
- Work with the product management and sales departments for the development of new products and ensure design specifications are met and implemented.
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Manage vendors and outside resources to ensure the prompt and exact execution of the design.
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Assist in evaluating products, parts, or processes for cost efficiency and reliability/quality and ensure project completion and schedule.
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Review/provide input to test plans to validate solutions/products and ensure they meet design/user requirements.
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Participate in Product Roadmap strategy meetings and help identify opportunities for new product development and product enhancements.
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Participate in customer-facing research meetings and help funnel insights into Product Roadmap.
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Communicate with customers for troubleshooting and/or custom solutions.
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Ensure the execution of delegated tasks in timely manner.
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Collaborate with leadership and peers on individual and team goals and expectations.
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Collaborate with Project Managers to create project plans with realistic but quick-to-market timelines.
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Promote transparency across different teams and departments.
- Implement and refine development processes and procedures.
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Oversee, coach and develop direct reports and team members, provide feedback, mentorship and performance reviews. Work with the Human Resources Department for recruiting and performance issues.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Design/Mechanical Engineering required; Master’s degree preferred
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Minimum 7 years of experience managing Design Engineering teams
- Minimum 5 years of experience managing cross-functional teams and external partners
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Minimum 5 years of experience leading program schedules from concept to launch and managing the delivery of key program milestones in alignment with departmental goals
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Minimum 10 years of product development experience
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Strong working knowledge of SolidWorks and PDM Tools
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Relevant knowledge of conventional technologies, high volume manufacturing and manufacturing capabilities, such as injection molding, die casting, stamped sheet metal, rapid prototyping, high volume assembly, etc., and product development processes
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Working experience of GD&T and/or ANSI Y14.5 dimensioning & tolerance practices
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Ability to work with multi-disciplinary teams in a project-oriented organization. Strong communication skills (written and verbal), with an ability to articulate technical development progress/obstacles/changes, and work to drive business partners for critical decisions as necessary
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Ability to lead, organize and prioritize team projects
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Creative problem-solving abilities
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Continuous improvement skills/interest in contributing to higher efficiency team/department performance.
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Some travel to domestic and overseas vendors and development partners required
COMPUTER SKILLS:
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Strong working knowledge of SolidWorks including Product Data Management Tools
- Using CAD software, develop 3D models of parts and assemblies
Benefits
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Competitive base
- Medical Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
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HSA, FSA, Commuter Benefits
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Medical Discounts
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Ancillary Benefits
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Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Insurance
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Voluntary, Spouse, and Child Life Insurance
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Pet Insurance
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Employee Discount Programs
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401k matching
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Paid time off (including 15 PTO days and 10 holidays)
Humanscale is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/Disabled/Veteran)
Salary Range: $136,012-$198,388
Please note that the salary information is a general guideline. Humanscale considers other factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market location and business considerations when extending an offer.