Senior Lead Sustaining Engineer

Join our Product Engineering team and play a key role in driving product innovation, continuous improvement, and lifecycle management for our electromechanical product portfolio. In this role, you will lead product design enhancements, VAVE initiatives, product redesigns for automation, and production support activities while serving as a technical expert throughout the product lifecycle. Working closely with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Purchasing, and R&D teams, you will investigate and resolve technical issues, lead product validation and testing activities, manage engineering changes and compliance requirements (UL, CE, RoHS, etc.), and drive improvements in product performance, quality, and manufacturability.

Relocation Assistance offered

Responsibilities

• Own technical support for existing products, including issue investigation, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and customer response.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with R&D, Quality Assurance, Supplier Quality, Purchasing, Manufacturing, and other partners to improve product performance and support production needs.
• Drive engineering changes through product lifecycle management, including change review, risk assessment, mitigation planning, and implementation support.
• Lead technical project reviews with internal cross-functional teams, including testing strategy, DVP&R development, FMEA development, and launch timing.
• Manage compliance-related activities as needed, including monitoring and responding to changes in RoHS, UL, CE, and other applicable standards.
• Develop cost models for new and modified products to support commercial and technical decision-making.
• Review existing designs and identify opportunities to improve performance, quality, manufacturability, and cost.
• Analyze data and technical results to make informed decisions that improve product design, manufacturing processes, and product quality.
• Support and mentor junior engineers or other team members through technical coaching, review, and guidance.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and follow-through by setting a strong example for execution and problem solving.
• Support products throughout their lifecycle, from launch through sustaining and end-of-life activities.
• Travel domestically and internationally (5%)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in design, manufacturing, or a related technical field.
• Proficiency in CAD software, with Solid Edge preferred.
• Knowledge of basic electronics and electro-mechanical products preferred.
• Background in electromechanics
• A proven track record of solving complex technical problems with empathy, creativity, and technical prowess.
• Strong leadership skills, capable of mentoring junior engineers and fostering a culture of technical excellence.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• The courage to challenge the status quo and advocate for solutions that redefine industry standards.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Detail-oriented, with excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Demonstrated project management skills, managing multiple tasks and priorities concurrently.
• Experience with VAVE and modern manufacturing methods.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills.
• Ability to influence others, mentor team members, and contribute to a high-performance engineering culture.