The Role
Reporting to the Chief Technology Officer, the Director of Engineering will lead the functional managers and related team members responsible for sustaining and developing new products.
We are looking for an innovative individual with extensive experience managing commercial development and sustaining engineering for products that include both hardware and software.
This experience should include Lean R&D, Visual Management Techniques, DFSS, Agile, and Scrum, traditional project management, and other processes for managing technical teams.
This position will lead a diverse technical team that includes electrical, mechanical, and software engineers.
Customer engagement in the development process will be a critical element of the role so the candidate must be an advocate of a customer centric design process as well as work closely with Project Managers and the EL/LS Division Product Line Managers.
Duties and Responsibilities
Drive new product development and innovation including sustaining existing productsBuild and lead a high energy team with strong customer focus and high retention rateManaging site cross-functional team leaders (EE, ME, FW, SW, Test and Sustaining) to build a better and more technically competent organization ready to meet current and future needs of our product technologiesCreate a collaborative team atmosphere with a focus on continuous improvement of self, functional groups, process and the organizationEnsure that functional resources are optimally selected and aligned to support departmental and project objectivesProviding technical hands-on leadership directly managing design efforts when necessarySupporting operations management on sustaining activities including change management and/or quality improvement projects requiring deeper knowledge of the development staffCreating and executing continuous improvement projects for the R&D processLead and train staff on relevant technical skills, BKM, KPM, LEAN, Strategy Deployment, and visual managementDeveloping key metrics to build R&D efficiency improvements into the roadmapManaging; budget, employee hiring, training/mentoringAct as a formal project manager on assigned development programsDevelop and nurture strong working relationships with key stakeholders at all levels of the organization, including senior leadership, department heads, and individual contributors.
Act as a bridge between various teams to ensure alignment on strategic goals and initiatives.Support organizational success in other duties as assignedSkills and Experience
A master of Science degree in a technical field is required.10+ years of proven technical management experience in a commercial setting, including project management, personnel management, and budgeting and planning.Track record of developing leading-edge technology and complex new products using a cross-functional team.Good understanding of business management processes, procedures, and financeExperience using Lean R&D including visual management, Scrum, etc., and employing technology to drive efficiency and effectiveness.Strategic planning and tactical efficiency for Engineering, both technical and organizational elements.The Details
Location - This is an “in-office” position 75-100% of the time.
The location of this position is in Boulder, CO; anticipated move to Niwot, CO in 2025.
The remainder of the time you may work from home.
These percentages are targets with the actual schedule to be determined in conjunction with the Manager's expectations for the position.
Local candidates will receive first consideration, but relocation may be offered for this role.
2025 Benefits At-a-Glance
Our benefit package is provided through our parent company, Spectris.
MedicalDentalVision401(k)Flexible Spending AccountOnsite Wellness Clinic (Colorado Employees)Pay Range
$130,000 – 210,000 depending upon experience