Magnetic Holdings, LLC comprises three specialized business units: Dexter Magnetic Technologies (DMT), Magnetic Components Engineering (MCE), and Electron Energy Corporation (EEC). Headquartered just outside of Chicago, we are a leader in advanced magnetic design, precision manufacturing, and exceptional quality. As the premier magnetic solutions provider in North America, we are expanding into Europe to bring our innovative expertise to new markets. Our unique engineering capabilities help customers solve complex magnetic challenges, driving their success. Our mission: To deliver world-class, cutting-edge magnetic solutions through unparalleled engineering and quality. Basic Purpose and Objective of the Position Position is responsible for the leadership and management of a team of engineers that provide technical support for all new product designs from initial customer inquiry through production. Guides team on engineering engagement with customers, NPI cost estimation and quoting, gathering user needs and design inputs, and overseeing product development from conception to design transfer to operation. Ensures design outputs meet the needs of the customer and the market. Participates in business development activities, supports in strategic technical roadmap development and the commercial team. Develops and manages team and individual KPIs. Provides technical leadership and guidance across the organization. Major Responsibilities – reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions: Build and manage a team of system engineers that will support strategic goals. Recruit, hire and develop talent to support European team goals. Assign and manage task execution across the team. Provide training and technical development opportunities for the team. Lead and manage team of engineers responsible for engineering and design of magnetic solutions. The team will: Serve as the technical lead for new product introductions ensuring that design inputs comprehensively cover the user needs for each project: As technical lead ensure that design inputs are considered through each step of the NPI Stage Gate process. Analyze requested engineered solutions for possible solution paths using technical knowledge and experience. Problem solves gaps and redesign. Implement mistake-proofing concepts to prevent product defects. As necessary, complete design activities, red-line customer drawings, and/or perform technical analysis in support of development efforts. Oversee verification and validation activities to ensure that all design outputs meet the requirements of the design inputs. Responsible for cost estimation activities in support of business development opportunities and NPI quote requests. Develop and manage your team’s KPIs. Monthly, investigate and provide root cause analysis when KPIs are not met. Implement approved corrective actions. Communicate with and provide technical expertise to suppliers, customers, Quality, Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Sales. Participate actively in company strategic initiatives. Perform other duties as required. Qualifications Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Engineering. Master’s degree in Engineering or MBA preferred. Knowledge of magnetic materials and applications a plus. Minimum of 7 years playing a lead role in the R & D environment. Proven record of successful launch as it relates to design, manufacture, integration and verification of products/systems tailored toward a specific market. Possess competencies in market knowledge and customer vernacular to hold credible discussions with all participants in the sales process. Successful Essential Skills Communication – is able to send a message clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication settings and styles. Must be able to interact and effectively communicate with individuals at all levels of the organization. Can create open channels of communication, adapt message to fit audience, express ideas clearly and concisely, keep others well-informed, listen carefully to input and feedback. Technical Capacity – is a skilled and technically competent engineer – a person whose technical skills are respected and sought out. Quality Expertise – always learning about the profession and continuously keeping abreast of new trends, tools, techniques, regulations, and requirements. Excellent problem solving skills using rigorous logic and methods to solve problems producing effective solutions to problem statements. Excellent time management skills: concentrating effort on priorities and overall planning, awareness, and response to what is due now, short and long term. High level of business acumen: Understands policies, practices, technology, trends, and information and how those affect the business; including written communication.