TPI Composites is seeking a manufacturing engineering leader to support the growth of their wind blade manufacturing operation division by developing and implementing optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods.
Requirements
- BS in mechanical, industrial, materials, aerospace, or other engineering discipline
- 7 years of experience leading engineering teams, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- MS or MBA preferred
- Experience in mass production, with preference for composite products manufacturing experience
- Previous start-up and/or green field operations experience preferred
- Project Management: ability to organize and manage multiple projects through the manufacturing process
Responsibilities
- Effective interface with management, production, quality and materials staff.
- Collaborate with other staff to conduct cost / benefit analysis and make recommendations accordingly.
- Identify needs and cost-justify various tools, machinery and equipment for improving manufacturing methods.
- Analyze technology, process, methods and current capabilities to assess the feasibility of and plan projects.
- Apply statistical methods and perform product/process analysis for cost reduction, quality improvement, and improved efficiency.
- Represent manufacturing/engineering on cross-functional teams.
- Manages the process engineering team and is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the unit.
Other
- Supervisory Responsibilities: supervises subordinate team of engineers and engineering technicians
- Ability to work with vendors, customers and employees
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Proven ability to perform problem analysis and problem resolution
- Background check and drug test required
