Director of Engineering

Dometic is a global market leader in the mobile living industry. Millions of people around the world use Dometic products in outdoor, residential, and professional applications.

Our Marine organization is a trusted provider of innovative solutions for the worldwide boating and boat building industry, and we recently expanded our scope to lead the boating industry into an electrified future. Dometic has won numerous NMMA Innovation Awards over the years and we are always striving for new ways to make boating easier, safer, and more enjoyable.

We are a journey of continuous growth – now looking for our next star – a passionate Director of Engineering. This position reports to the Vice President & General Manager and will work in Huntsville.

Dometic Marine’s facility in Huntsville, AL specializes in mobile power solutions and manufactures engine ignition replacement parts, DC charging systems, and battery monitoring systems for boats.

About the position

As the Director of Engineering in the Huntsville team, you will oversee, mentor, and develop Electrical and Electromechanical Designers while focusing on product development. You will work closely with the VP/GM and Product Management teams in planning program resources, budgets, and schedules. You will also be responsible for monitoring progress and resources to ensure programs are within budget, schedule, performance specifications, and safety criteria. Product areas: Marine AC / DC charging systems, Lithium-ion battery integration, digital switching, connectivity, and mobile power solutions for inboard and outboard leisure crafts.

Your main responsibilities

• Guide design and test engineering, working closely with product management, sourcing, quality, operations, and customers during new product launches and continuous product improvements
• Mentor team members by recognizing talents, matching talents and tasks, accommodating people growth, etc.
• Plan, coordinate resources, monitor status, maintain program commitments, report on progress, ensure delivery and quality applications on time and budget
• Provide daily support for issues as well as review and evaluate design solutions to meet cost and functional targets
• Review and provide technical direction for product solutions to meet design requirements
• Advocate best practices and look for continuous improvement opportunities
• Hold design reviews to evaluate new design concepts, product design, specifications, verifications, validations, and documentation in accordance with Dometic’s standards
• Review and approve design validation plan for new products/designs
• Design products, assemblies, and components which meet design requirements
• Identify market opportunities, research solutions, develop IPs
• Promote group discussions, collaboration, teamwork, and continuous improvement for team and individuals
• Conduct performance evaluations (PMP) and recommend personal development for the team members
• Innovate customer centric engineering solutions and assist in applications support and troubleshooting as required
• Perform other duties and undertake special projects as assigned by supervisor

What do we offer?

You are offered an interesting role in a dynamic, fast paced and global environment with great opportunities to grow and take on new challenges. The growth at Dometic is continuous – which gives you great possibilities to evolve with the company.

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Disability insurance (STD/LTD)
• 401 (k) with company match
• PTO
• Company defined holidays and two floating holidays for you to use as you choose
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Tuition assistance
• Membership reimbursement (wholesale club and gym)
• Employee discounts on our incredible products
• Opportunities to make an impact

A suitable background would be a solid experience within Engineering and Product Development – as well as the following qualifications and experiences:

• Bachelor or Master of Science in Electrical or Electromechanical Engineering
• Minimum 8 years of experience in product development in a manufacturing environment
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory/management experience
• Thorough knowledge and experience with power electronic products and batteries
• Ability to quote and to optimize cost, performance, and meeting internal/external customer requirements
• Experience in all aspects of product development and design reviews
• Ability to exercise technical oversight of other product designers
• Ability to map o