Director - Engineering

The Dürr Group is one of the world's leading mechanical and plant engineering firms. Products, systems and services offered by Dürr enable highly efficient manufacturing processes in different industries. Business with automobile manufacturers and their suppliers accounts for approximately 60% of Dürr's sales. Other market segments include, for example, the mechanical engineering, chemical and pharmaceutical industries, and the woodworking industry. The Dürr Group operates in the market with five divisions.

• Paint and Final Assembly Systems: paint shops and final assembly systems for the automotive industry.
• Application Technology: robot technologies for the automatic application of paint as well as sealants and adhesives Measuring and Process Systems: balancing and cleaning systems as well as testing and filling technology.
• Clean Technology Systems: exhaust-air purification systems and energy-efficiency technology.
• Woodworking Machinery and Systems: machinery for the woodworking.

Location: De Pere, WI

Position Summary:

The Director of Engineering is a key member of the leadership team for the Clean Technology Systems (CTS) Division in the Americas. This role plans, develops, and directs engineering activities across multiple offices and manufacturing locations to provide on time, within budget, quality customer solutions. In alignment with the strategy of the VP of CTS Americas, the Director of Engineering develops, prioritizes, and implements plans within the Engineering team to achieve the overall company's business goals. Primary responsibilities are overseeing the mechanical and electrical engineering functions including product design, standardization, and development of drawing packages for in-house and subcontracted manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering management, a proven track record of KPI development in line with overall business goals, and the ability to hold their team accountable to achieve goals.

Essential Functions:

• Provides leadership and direction for the engineering departments to build and strengthen internal and external customer relationships, grow profitability, and deliver quality products on time and within budget.
• Converts business strategy into an actionable roadmap for departments to establish and communicate priorities.
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