Supervisor, Sustaining Engineering (Mechanical)
Company: GILLIG
Location: Livermore
Posted on: January 14, 2023
Job Description:
GILLIG LLC is the largest and most dependable manufacturer of
Heavy-Duty Transit Buses in North America. Our customers are in all
50 states, and include cities, counties, transit districts,
universities and major private fleet operators. We are
headquartered in Livermore, CA. GILLIG offers an excellent
compensation and benefits package including 100% company-paid
premiums for medical, dental and vision for employees and their
families. Other benefits include a unique 401k profit-sharing
plan.
JOB SUMMARY:
As a Supervisor in Engineering, you will directly lead a staff of
contributors who develop designs, create procurement-ready
drawings, manufacturing-ready installation guidelines, and maintain
Bills of Material (BOMs). This position is responsible for on-going
communication to management, the alignment & prioritization of the
group's workload, overseeing the team's technical deliverables, and
resource planning to ensure meeting company targets.
Our engineering organization is comprised of three primary
departments: Current Product Engineering (CPE), New Product
Engineering (NPE) and, Product Validation. There are two groups
within CPE, Customer Engineering and Sustaining Engineering.
The mission of the Sustaining Engineering group is to develop broad
applications of new option content, cost and performance
improvements to the current product, and drive resolution of
technical Supply Chain, Production, and Field issues.
The Supervisor, Sustaining Engineering, is a key leader in the
sustainment and evolution of all GILLIG's current models including
diesel, hybrid, CNG, and electric for both Low Floor and BRT style
buses. This role is responsible for leading a team of 8-10 design
engineers (on-site and remote) from the Mechanical Sustaining
Engineering team within GILLIG's Current Product Engineering
Department.
The Engineering Supervisor reports to the Director of Engineering,
located on-site at our headquarters in Livermore.
TECHNICAL FOCUS:
- Solid technical foundation rooted in thorough understanding and
application of Engineering principles
- Self-motivated with the ability to think broad-spectrum and
rapidly focus in on effective solutions
- Experienced troubleshooting capabilities that efficiently drive
to root cause and ability to identify & implement permanent
corrective actions
- Solid, multi-faceted technical skillset with the ability to
work in assignments ranging from chassis & powertrain to the
interior passenger space
For Mechanical Sustaining Engineering:
- Emphasis on providing robust, service-friendly, and
cost-conscious mechanical designs
- Familiarity or experience with HVAC systems (commercial,
residential, or vehicle) is a plus
JOB RESPONSIBLITES:
- Review design work to ensure designs meet all requirements and
are documented properly
- Ensure Bill of Materials (BOM) are created and maintained along
with all project documentation
- Analyze customer requests and map requirements onto existing
designs when possible, and/or develop new designs when needed
- Work with internal and external business partners to drive
integration of key technologies, including understanding and
identifying challenges, implications, and conflicts with
integrating new offerings into an established product line
- Pursues cross-functional feedback during the product
development phase of design projects to ensure requirements are
identified and incorporated which include performance, regulatory,
cost, manufacturability, and serviceability
- Conduct FMEAs and provide feedback for the development of
DVP&R or necessary test plans.
- Coordinate and manage the execution of prototype builds,
testing, review, prototype order and procurement
- Participate and influence the Change Control process to
introduce new designs into production
- Provide technical design support to cross-functional business
partners as needed
- Lead root cause analysis on production shortages, field
service, and quality issues
- Responsible for continuous improvement of team's performance
through active coaching, training, mentoring, and development
planning
- Interview and hire new staff; plan, prioritize, assign and
review work, and approves time off for payroll purposes
- Key stakeholder for development and improvement of standardized
processes within the CPE group as well as individual engineering
team
- Assist in other Engineering and HR activities as required
(Hiring, Vacation approvals, etc.)
ABOUT YOU:
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electro-Mechanical
Engineering, or Physics required
- Minimum 8 years of Engineering experience, including 4+ years
of Design Engineering experience.
- Leadership/Management/Supervisory experience is a plus
- Sound engineering fundamentals and ability to perform basic
engineering calculations
- Basic fluency in Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing
(GD&T)
- Can explain and coach others in simple structural Finite
Element Analysis (FEA) for parts and small assemblies
- Detailed knowledge and application of industry practices and
standards (SAE, APTA, FMVSS, etc.)
- Experience with automotive mechanical systems and functions and
ability to read and produce mechanical drawings
- Knowledge of typical manufacturing processes and the tolerances
associated with sheet metal, machined, fiberglass, and molded
parts
- Understanding of Heavy-Duty Transit Bus duty cycle
- Proven ability to effectively communicate technical engineering
topics to non-technical peers
- Desire to collaborate and problem solve, making recommendations
or decisions
- Personal drive to maintain our industry-leading products,
create new ones, and mentor your direct reports to do the same
- Affinity for a fast-paced environment with complex product
content
ABOUT THE ENVIRONMENT:
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
- Less than 10% travel
- Typical start time 6:00AM (negotiable)
ABOUT US
After 130 years, GILLIG holds strong to its family values and focus
on its employees and customers. Our motivated and dedicated
employees have a passion for quality and customer satisfaction.
We are committed to building buses that connect communities,
eliminate congestion, and contribute to a greener environment.
Our Company pride is exemplified by the thoughtful design and
quality craftsmanship present in every GILLIG bus. GILLIG's
steadfast focus on quality and unwavering commitment to exceptional
customer service sets us apart from our competition.
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