Job Title: Director of Design & Engineering
Department: Design & Engineering
Supervisor: Chief Technology Officer
FLSA Status:
Hours: 8:30am to 5:00pm Monday thru Friday
Weekend Service Rotation: Not Required
Summary:
The Director of Design & Engineering plans, organizes and directs the design and engineering activities of the department to meet company objectives for design, installation, product development and improvement of existing product lines by performing the following duties personally or through support staff.
The Director of Design & Engineering will work in conjunction with senior management to meet company goals. He or she acts as a liaison between the design department, project management and operations (production).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Internal Responsibilities:
Manages and directs the professional, technical, and support staff of the Design & Engineering Department.
Selects, develops, trains and supervises staff.
Develop and implement policies, standards and procedures that guide and support function of the department.
Manage workflow between designers and drafting personnel.
Google Drive - D&E Queue
Oversee the proposed design and the engineering subsequent to product (purchases) and production.
Reviews and analyzes proposals submitted to determine if benefits derived and possible applications justify expenditures.
Work as an internal consultant to finalize project specifications.
Take the lead in creative sessions for project kick-off.
Selects correct design concepts and fundamental technology used for new products or improvement for existing products.
Direct, review, and approve product design and changes.
Provide quality control over concept and fabrication drawings.
Assist in development of estimates with project team for bid submittals.
Oversee and execute design packages with translation of all details in order for the installers and programmer to execute implementation.
Generate wiring plans based on scope of project and future needs utilizing AutoCAD software.
Create project specific rack elevations details including the calculation of power and thermal management requirements.
Manage multiple revisions of drawings based on change orders and as-built documents.
Development and maintain custom CAD infrastructure including CAD blocks, AV Control legends and TV detail drawings.
Design and maintain AV, Network and Integration signal flow and control diagrams.
Performs other duties as may be assigned.
Working with the manufacturer's, AVS C.T.O. and operations by reviewing and monitoring quality and product improvements and new product deployment.
On Jobsite Responsibilities: Currently in the works.
Special Requirements:
Work requires supervising and monitoring performance for immediate support staff, including providing input on hiring, disciplinary actions and realigning work as needed.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids:
Computers and related software, plotters/printers, copier, fax machine, telephone and hand drafting equipment.
Competencies:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Continuous Learning - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; seeks feedback to improve performance; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments.
Communications - Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Education, Certification and Experience Required:
Language Skills:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints. Ability to write speeches and articles using original or innovative techniques or style. Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
Reasoning Ability:
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.