Mechanical Engineering Manager

Job Description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARYLeads and develops the mechanical engineering team to deliver high-quality results in mechanical and plumbing designs, fabrication drawings, manufacturing instructions, and comprehensive bill of materials for custom precision cleaning and wet processing tools for worldwide applications. Owns engineering execution, resource planning, and design standards to ensure projects meet cost, schedule, and performance targets.DUTIES & RESPONSIBILTIESLeads and approves mechanical and automation system designs, including plumbing and tank systems, ensuring compliance with engineering standards and customer requirements Develops, reviews, and approves system specifications based on technical feasibility, cost, and performance requirementsProvides timely feedback on manufacturing questions and requests for information; Leads resolution of manufacturing issues by driving design corrections, updating documentation, and ensuring root cause closure; verifies products are built to specifications and resolves discrepancies by updating drawings, routers, and BOMs to ensure full resolutionOversees development and accuracy of bills of materials, routers, and manufacturing instructionsOwns engineering execution to ensure deliverables meet project scope, schedule, and cost targetsLeads continuous improvement initiatives focused on design efficiency, manufacturability, cost reduction, and product qualityPartners with Electrical, Controls, Manufacturing, and Project Management teams to ensure full system integration and successful project executionLeads and develops Mechanical Engineering team to achieve efficient and timely results; coordinates activities and designs with cross-functional engineering teams and communicates design constraints to drive solutionsDirectly manages Mechanical Engineering staff, including hiring, performance evaluations, coaching, and disciplinary actionsEstablishes team priorities, allocates resources, and ensures alignment with project and company objectivesDevelops team capabilities through mentoring, training, and succession planningDrives accountability for engineering deliverables, quality, and timelinesProvides engineering direction and validation for project quoting and estimating, including design concepts and component selectionExercises independent judgment in technical decision-making, resource allocation, and project executionHas authority to make personnel recommendations, including hiring, promotions, and disciplinary actionsDirectly supervises engineering staff and is accountable for team performance and resultsResponsible for other duties and task as assigned and, in some circumstances, may be completely unrelated to this positionJOB REQUIREMENTS, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCESMINIMUM REQUIREMENTSBachelor 's Degree in Mechanical or Industrial/Manufacturing EngineeringThree years of experience as a Mechanical EngineerKnowledgeable and competent with 3D modeling in SolidWorksKnowledgeable of 2D manufacturing drawings and details necessary for fabricationKnowledgeable of manufacturing processes and best practicesAbility to read and understand electrical and plumbing schematics from a variety of sources and manufacturers Ability to clearly communicate written and verbal information to individuals and groupsAbility to work effectively within a project team environmentPhysical Requirements: Able to safely lift, carry, push and pull objects up to 50lbs, Able to sit for the duration of shift, Able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach with hands and armsDigital Tool Requirements: Proficiency in SolidWorks required; experience with AutoCAD, DraftSight Driver's LicensePREFFERRED REQUIREMENTSEducation/Experience: Mechanical Engineering experience in a large equipment manufacturing environment and/or semiconductor industryDigital Tool Requirements: AutoCAD, DraftSight, or similar 2-CAD softwareTRANSFERABLE EXPERIENCESMechanical EngineerManufacturing EngineerDesign EngineerProject EngineerTechnical Sales EngineerIndustrial Systems EngineerField Service EngineerCAD Designer / Mechanical DesignerEMPLOYEE EXPECTATIONSEmployees are expected to support the Company's values by demonstrating integrity, simplicity, trust, respect, and shared risk as well as by contributing at optimum levels toward the success of the company.INTEGRITY - We consistently operate at the highest ethical and moral standardsSIMPLICITY - Our 80/20 Front-to-Back Process helps us think and act simply – it creates an intense focus on our most profitable products and customersTRUST - We trust our people to operate with their best efforts and in the best interests of the companyRESPECT - We treat everyone as we expect to be treated and value the diversity of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences of all colleaguesSHARED RISK - We celebrate our successes together and take responsibility for our mistakes and challenges as a teamCOMPANY SUMMARYJST is an industry leader, dedicated to providing state-of-the-art wet processing, drying, and chemical management tools for applications in semiconductors, electronics, flat panel displays, optoelectronics, medical devices, and other industries where cleanliness is critical.COMPANY BENEFITS AVAILABLEMedical / Dental / Vision | 401(k) Matching | Life Insurance | Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability | Paid Bereavement Leave | Paid Parental Leave | Paid Time Off | Holiday Pay | Referral Program | Tuition Reimbursement | Competitive Pay BOE | Remote Work Flexibility (if applicable) | Possible Relocation Assistance Available (if applicable) | Sick-Pay (Oregon and California Only) Important Notes:JST is an AA/EEO employer.Visa Sponsorship: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.Background Check Policy: JST's employees are subject to background checks based on business necessity. It is the employee's responsibility to disclose prior arrests and convictions. If it's found out that an employee might not be compliant with applicable policies, JST reserves the right to conduct a background check and refusal to comply with the background check is subject to termination.Pre-Employment Drug Testing Policy: All offers of employment are contingent upon submitting to a drug test and satisfying JST's substance and alcohol testing requirements. If the applicant fails to comply with this policy, the testing requirements of the Company's related requests, or if the test result is positive and is subsequently confirmed, the offer of employment shall be withdrawn.