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• Develop and execute the engineering department’s strategic plan aligned with organizational goals.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a multidisciplinary team of engineers (mechanical, electrical, controls, and automation).
• Drive a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration.

• Oversee the design, development, and implementation of mechanical and electrical systems for manufacturing equipment and production lines.
• Ensure the timely and cost-effective execution of engineering projects, from concept through production launch.
• Develop and maintain engineering standards, processes, and documentation to ensure consistency and compliance.

• Partner with operations, production, and service teams to improve equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and optimize manufacturing processes.
• Provide engineering support for root cause analysis and resolution of complex technical issues on the production floor.
• Implement and sustain robust preventive and predictive maintenance strategies involving controls and automation systems.

• Guide the design and integration of electrical control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, and sensors.
• Ensure compliance with relevant safety and electrical standards (e.g., NEC, UL, NFPA 70E, IEC).
• Evaluate and approve control system architectures, schematics, and panel layouts.

• Support project management with scope development, budgeting, scheduling, and execution planning
• Collaborate with procurement, suppliers, and contractors to source components, and ensure quality deliverables.

• Ensure engineering activities comply with applicable regulations, safety standards, and quality certifications (e.g., ISO 9001).
• Promote a strong safety culture in all engineering and manufacturing practices.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred).

• 10+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 5+ years in a leadership role managing cross-functional engineering teams.
• Proven experience with both mechanical system design and electrical/control system integration.

• Deep knowledge of PLC programming, HMI development, networking, and automation hardware.
• Strong mechanical engineering background with experience in machinery design, hydraulics/pneumatics, and CAD tools.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and TPM methodologies.
• Strong project management capabilities (PMP certification a plus).

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on, problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-mix manufacturing environment.

• Mix of office and manufacturing floor environments in Tacoma, WA.
• May involve travel to suppliers and/or customers sites (up to 20%).

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.'
• Must be willing to take and successfully pass a drug test. This is a safety sensitive position and will screen for marijuana/THC.

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